Georgian Inlaid Oak Grandfather Longcase Clock

In The 17th, 18th and 19th Centuries there were a number of Clockmakers with the name Read. Both in the UK and over in the USA. This Smart Good Quality Clock was made by William Read of Buntingford Hertfordshire England. Circa 1791. Later at Buntingford, there was Richard Read Circa 1828-39 and another William (II) Circa 1839-74. The Enamelled Dial Also Carries the Name of its Owner - C. Ivey of Limehouse. Over the Centuries there have been a number of C. Iveys living around the Limehouse - Shoreditch area of London. The Iveys seem to have been a prominent family. Limehouse being near to the London Docks, the Ivey Family may well have been Sailors and Traded with the States. With Clockmakers emigrating to the States, Is this how a Clock from a Buntingford Clockmaker Found its way to Limehouse and the Ivey Family? Eitherway, Over the Years both the Case and the Movement Have Been Much Loved, Well Cared For & Maintained. The Case is only 81 3/16th inches (under 6ft 10in) or 206.3cm High and Will Suit Many Different House Styles and Sizes. It is in Good Sound Condition in English Oak which has Attractive Graining and Attractive Hand Made Radial Oval Inlay. The 8 Day Movement Strikes the Hours on a Crisp Clear Bell. Check & Tested - Good Working Order. Please contact Robert via Messaging or on 07899 058752 to Discuss. Viewing By Appointment Welcome. Please Supply your Postcode for Delivery Options. Typically between £65 and £165 - subject to location. Wherever Possible Set Up will be Included in This.