John Ellicott Ebonised Striking Table Clock

This stunning, yet elegant ebonised striking table clock boasts the highest quality workmanship associated with this fine period of clockmaking excellence. A truly stunning ebonised case would not look out of place amongst the highest echelons of society, with the beautifully clear white vitreous enamel dial and comprehensive movement to match. This is a wonderful clock that would complement any collection. Movement:- The substantial 8-day spring driven clock movement runs two fusees for the going train and hourly strike train striking a single bell to the top of the movement with original verge escapement. The back plate of the movement is beautifully engraved with foliate scrolls and signed Ellicott, London. Case:- The sophisticated ebony veneered clock case is a real statement within itself, mounted on brass block feet. The clock benefits from glazed side viewing panels to both sides with lockable glazed doors to both the front and back of the clock. Dial:- The gilt brass dial plate measuring 6 ¾” square, including the strike/silent lever to the top left of the dial plate, which is also engraved “Ellicott” to the bottom left and “London” to the bottom right with the perfect vitreous enamel circular dial centred measuring 6 ½” in diameter and also signed “Ellicott London”. The enamel clock dial features roman numerals with Arabic five minute markers with finely shaped blued original steel hands and sleeved winding holes. Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years. Provenance: Private collection – USA