Longcase clock
Rice Jones
Category
Horology
Date
1700 - 1800
Materials
Oak, glass, metal and brass
Measurements
2070 x 470 x 260 mm
Place of origin
Monmouth
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Barrington Court, Somerset
NT 262229
Summary
30 hour longcase clock with plated movement, chain driven, anchor escapement and countwheel striking on a bell. 10 inch brass dial, engraved dial centre with the inscription “Rice Jones, Monmouth” and other engraving, semi circular calendar aperture. Rococo style spandrels. Oak case, hood has aperture for 11 inch dial, square hood with swan neck pediment. 18th century.
Makers and roles
Rice Jones, maker