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Early
Victorian longcase clock made by CHRISTIE & Son of AIRDRIE
in Lanarkshire, Scotland ~ circa 1840.
Several clockmakers by the name of Christie are recorded
working in the Edinburgh ~ Glasgow areas in the 19th century.
The finely painted 13" diameter round dial is typical
of this period in Scotland. With original hands, the subsidiary
upper and lower seconds and calendar dials are centred
by the makers name above the twin winding holes.
A four pillar, rack striking two train movement of 8 day
duration, sounds the hours on a bell.
This elegant early Victorian period Scottish "drum-head"
longcase clock is a particularly nice example of the type
and typical of this area. The petitely proportioned case
is of luscious figured mahogany. The trunk has a bow front
door, with acorn finial, between canted corners and tapers
upwards to support the drum, giving a classical columnar
effect. Archetypal early Victorian fruit and foliate carving
of good quality features above and below the hood. The
square base, with scalloped detailing and recessed centre,
standing on original compressed bun feet. An easy to accommodate
82" tall and in lovely condition.
Altogether a very aesthetically pleasing piece of early
Victorian craftsmanship and architectural design.
Priced at £5650 to include local delivery, setting up
and 12 months guarantee on the clock movement
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