16 - Georgian bracket clock, c. 1800. John Thwaites, Clerkenwell, London.

Georgian bracket clock, c. 1800. John Thwaites, Clerkenwell, London. Made of mahogany, with an architectural case featuring a semicircular arched front and a pavilion-shaped top. Decorated with gilded bronze appliqués featuring plant motifs and rocaille designs. It rests on four gilt-bronze volute legs. The dial is painted with Roman numerals, polychrome floral decoration, and depictions of vases with flowers and birds. Signed “Jno Thwaites Clerkenwell, London” Mechanical wind-up movement with chime. Height: 60x20x30 cm.