Longcase clock
Thomas Fordham
Category
Horology
Date
1700 - 1730
Materials
Brass, Gilt, Glass, Oak
Measurements
2120 mm (Height)
Place of origin
Braintree
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Plas Yn Rhiw, Gwynedd
NT 648083
Summary
An early 18th century oak longcase clock, the hood with plain columns and caddy top enclosing a ten inch square brass dial with gilt spandrels, chapter ring and single hand, 30 hour movement; by Thos. Fordham, Braintree.
Provenance
the property was given to the Trust as part of the Plas yn Rhiw estate between 1950 and 1966 by the Misses Eileen, Lorna and Honora Keating in memory of their parents, John William and Constance Annie Keating.
Makers and roles
Thomas Fordham, horologist