Ebonised Striking Bracket Clock - John Fletcher of London

A beautifully proportioned ebonised inverted bell top bracket clock, with a strike/silent option and original verge escapement. The very fine 8-day movement strikes the hours on a single bell and has one subsidiary dial in the arch for the strike/silent. The beautiful seven-inch brass dial with silvered and engraved chapter ring, matted centre with a recessed silvered signature plate, with a decorated date aperture above the VI. The movement boasts the original verge escapement and strikes the hours with a pull repeat. The back plate is beautifully engraved with floral swags. The classic style ebonised case for the period with a bell top and four finals. Ebonised frets backed with red silk to the front glazed door. Brass carrying handle with brass low ogee bracket feet. Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years. Provenance: Private collection – U.K.