Mantel clock
Pierre II Gille (1723 - 1784)
Category
Horology
Date
Unknown
Materials
brass,ormolu, enamel
Measurements
430 mm (H); 258 mm (W); 115 mm (D)
Place of origin
Paris
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Erddig, Wrexham
NT 1147564
Summary
Boulle striking mantel clock signed by Laine a Paris. The white enamel and brass dial with blue Roman numerals and sunburst, the vase-shaped case mounted with ormolu decoration.
Provenance
Given by Philip Yorke III (1905-1978) along with the estate, house and contents to the National Trust in 1973
Makers and roles
Pierre II Gille (1723 - 1784), horologist