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Table Clock

1600-1700 (made)
Place of origin

A gilt brass table clock in a cylindrical case on three feet, engraved with arabesques and strapwork. German, 17th century.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
gilt-brass, engraved
Brief description
A table clock in a gilt-brass cylindrical case on three feet,German, 17th century.
Physical description
A table clock in a gilt-brass cylindrical case on three feet. Engraved with arabesques and strapwork.
Dimensions
  • Height: 2 7/8in
  • Diameter: 4in
Style
Credit line
Purchased in 1868
Object history
Purchased from M.Duchochais in 1868.
Subject depicted
Summary
A gilt brass table clock in a cylindrical case on three feet, engraved with arabesques and strapwork. German, 17th century.
Bibliographic reference
Inventory of Art Objects acquired in the Year 1868. List of Objects in the Art Division, South Kensington, Acquired During the Year 1868, Arranged According to the Dates of Acquisition. London: Printed by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode for H.M.S.O., p
Collection
Accession number
519-1868

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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