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English Porphyry Clock by Ellicott
- This clock is houses in exquisite porphyry and doré bronze
- The verge movement of this rare clock by eminent English clock and watch maker John Ellicott
- Ellicott's creations are considered the finest English timepieces of the 18th century
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Description
A case of exquisite porphyry and doré bronze houses the verge movement of this rare clock by eminent English clock and watch maker John Ellicott. Ellicott's creations are considered the finest English timepieces of the 18th century, and his exceptional workmanship earned the artisan the appointment as Official Clockmaker to King George III.
The mechanism is signed "Ellicott / London", indicating this clock was created during Ellicott's 12-year partnership with his son, Edward. Circa. . .
The mechanism is signed "Ellicott / London", indicating this clock was created during Ellicott's 12-year partnership with his son, Edward. Circa. . .
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A case of exquisite porphyry and doré bronze houses the verge movement of this rare clock by eminent English clock and watch maker John Ellicott. Ellicott's creations are considered the finest English timepieces of the 18th century, and his exceptional workmanship earned the artisan the appointment as Official Clockmaker to King George III.
The mechanism is signed "Ellicott / London", indicating this clock was created during Ellicott's 12-year partnership with his son, Edward. Circa 1820.
4 1/2" high x 2 1/4" wide x 1 1/2" deep
The mechanism is signed "Ellicott / London", indicating this clock was created during Ellicott's 12-year partnership with his son, Edward. Circa 1820.
4 1/2" high x 2 1/4" wide x 1 1/2" deep
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Specifications
| Maker: | Ellicott, John |
| Period: | 19th Century |
| Origin: | England |
| Type: | Mantels |
| Depth: | 1.5 in. (3.81 cm) |
| Width: | 2.25 in. (5.72 cm) |
| Height: | 4.5 in. (11.43 cm) |
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