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Mahogany and Inlay Fusee Bracket Clock (Scotland)

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An attractive and good sized bracket antique clock in outstanding original condition. The arched case has a pagoda top with central and corner brass finials, fret sides and quartered brass inset reeded columns with turned capitals. The case has an inlaid satinwood butterfly motif and boxwood stringing. The clock stands on substantial adjustable brass ball feet. It has a 5 inch silvered dial that is engraved by the original Glasgow retailers, R & W Sorley. The heavily engineered chain driven twin fusee movement strikes the hours and halves on a gong. Complete with its original brass key.

Robert & William Sorley, Watch and Clock Makers, Jewellers and Silversmiths, 1 Buchanan Street and 136, Argyle Street This business dates back in its foundation to the year 1840, being originally established by Mr. William Jaffray, who was succeeded by Mr. Robert Sorley. This gentleman purchased the business carried on by the late Mr. Shaw in Gordon Street, and amalgamated the two, which have been successfully carried on under the title of Messrs. Robert & William Sorley, and forming one of the largest and most influential high-class antique jewellery and silversmith’s establishments in this city. A leading speciality of this firm is the manufacture of gold badges and chains, and their stock of diamonds and old silver plate and antiques. The firm also take charge of all the large antique clocks in the city for regulation, cleaning, &c., and have a first-class connection throughout the west of Scotland. (Source : (Index of firms, 1888)

Current Condition
In excellent original condition. The movement has been fully serviced and is guaranteed for 12 months. If you would like a video of this clock striking please email us.

Dimensions
23.00cm wide 39.50cm high 17.50cm deep (9.06 inches wide 15.55 inches high 6.89 inches deep)
We have been established since 1978, dealing in and restoring most antiques, specialising in clocks and furniture. We have our own workshops where we carry out specialist restoration work.-

We have just relocated to our new premises, The Old Forge in Chalfont St Giles. All our stock is now in a single location and any items can be viewed by appointment. - Please email us if you wish to see anything before you purchase, you will be most welcome to visit. Alternatively, you can order from us directly and have your item delivered to your home, with the peace of mind of our UK wide 14 day money back guarantee. (please ask for details)

As part of our commitment to the environment we make carbon off -sets toward our travel, our electricity is supplied by Ecotricity, a green energy supplier and we use eco and recycled packaging materials wherever we can. Our new premises has been fully refurbished using up-to -date insulation materials , low energy lighting and our interior is mainly constructed from recycled materials.

Price
£2250.00  UK
$2817.00  USA
2634.75  EU
 The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 30/APR/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
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Period Early 20th Century Antiques Material Mahogany Origin Scottish Maker Robert and William Sorley Item code as294a3317 Status Sold

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Worboys Antiques and ClocksThe Old Forge, Up Corner,
Silver Hill, Chalfont St Giles,
Buckinghamshire.
England, UK
HP8 4PY

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