Georgian Grandfather Longcase Clock Important Hastings Maker

Small charming oak with handmade marquetry inlaid decoration longcase clock. William Gill of Hastings was born in 1749 and was apprenticed to Thomas Harben of Lewes Sussex. From 1774 till his death in 1831 he worked at the High Street Hastings (Sussex). He was also one of the Founders of the Hastings Bank about 1790 and so one could surmise that he was a pillar of the community of Important Standing. The 30 hour movement and finely engraved brass dial with silvered chapter ring and Phoenix spandrels has been checked, serviced and tested to be in good working order. Please contact Robert via Messaging or call to discuss. Viewing by appointment welcome. Please supply your postcode for options. Subject to location Robert will personally do delivery. If so, set up will also be included. You can be assured he does not travel, even short distances, if the clock is not in good working order. Courier Service may have to be used in certain circumstances.