18th Century Bracket Clock

An impressive and very original BRACKET CLOCK by Edward Howard of London. The case is ebonised with a cast brass handle to the bell top; ornate spandrels; fish-scale frets to the side panels and original ebonised feet. The 8-day movement retains its original verge escapement, striking hours on a bell, whilst the dial is engraved and silvered, with ornate scrollwork to the four corners. Original blued steel hands; Strike/Silent control to the arch and date aperture above VI. Full working order and guaranteed at least two years. *Edward HOWARD is recorded working in Kirby Street, London from 1780-1805 c.1790