An Early Smaller Longcase/Grandfather Clock James of Leigh Circa 1710

 An early 18th century longcase grandfather clock of smaller proportions. Nice patina to the golden oak case with a flat hood pediment with fretwork to the hood and side doors. Turned hood side columns. An arched, recessed, chamfered trunk door with a glass lenticle showing the pendulum. A well detailed 11" brass and silvered dial with engraving around the date and a seconds dial. Early crown and cherub dial corner spandrels. A 30m hour, rope driven mechanism with well turned pillars striking the hours on a bell. Circa 1710.

Height 6ft 8 "/ 203 cms Depth 11 " / 28 cms Width (at widest point of the hood) 19 1/2" / 50 cms

The silvered chapter ring is signed 'James Leigh Fecit' and is recorded in Loomes 'Watch and Clockmakers of The World' book as working circa 1700. The author suggests it is James of Leigh (Lancashire) rather that James, Leigh a maker!

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique grandfather longcase clock that is serviced with 12 months guarantee. We personally set up and deliver to the UK, please contact us for a quote. Worldwide packing available. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild. Please see our other selection at www.kdclocks.co.uk. Phone to order on 01179565281 or for further information.