Longcase clock
William Andrews (1635-1713)
Category
Horology
Date
1670 - 1700
Materials
Wood coated with japanning and gold decoration, brass, metal and glass
Measurements
2740 x 535 x 265 mm
Place of origin
London
Order this imageCollection
Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1147553.1
Summary
Longcase clock. An English, late 17th century, black japanned longcase clock, decorated with chinoiseries in shades of gilt, the arched hood with domed cornice, the etched brass dial signed 'William Andrews, London' with chased brass spandrels, eight-day strike/silent movement, and date aperture. Mechanism and case London made.
Provenance
John Meller's cash book, 1709-1711
Marks and inscriptions
On the dial.: William Andrews, London
Makers and roles
William Andrews (1635-1713), clockmaker