Dial clock
James Thomas Bell
Category
Horology
Date
1840
Materials
Brass, Glass, Mahogany, Steel
Measurements
381 mm (Diameter)
Place of origin
London
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Tintagel, Cornwall
NT 823984
Summary
An eight day English dial clock in mahogany case by J.T.Bell, London c.1840. Single train, 4 pillar fusee movement with anchor escapement. Convex white painted dial with Roman numerals and signed in dial centre with maker's name and address. Blued steel 'Breguet' hands. Mahogany case with access doors to right hand side and below. Cast brass bezel with convex glass.
Marks and inscriptions
(on clock face) J.T.Bell, 131 Mount Street, Berkeley Square, London
Makers and roles
James Thomas Bell, maker