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John Whitehurst of Derby- late 19th century oak cased wall hanging Noctuary or night watchman's wall clock, in a rectangular case with a moulded and glazed door to the dial and full length trunk door, with a silvered circular dial and a brass indicating pointer, Arabic numerals and quarter hour track with steel time recording pins, four wheel chain driven going train. No pendulum,chain or weight. John Whitehurst is one of the most prolific makers of these distinctive early type of night watchman's clocks, used predominantly in industrial premises, factories and mills in the north west of England during the 19th century.
John Whitehurst of Derby- late 19th century oak cased wall hanging Noctuary or night watchman's wall clock, in a rectangular case with a moulded and glazed door to the dial and full length trunk door, with a silvered circular dial and a brass indicating pointer, Arabic numerals and quarter hour track with steel time recording pins, four wheel chain driven going train. No pendulum,chain or weight. John Whitehurst is one of the most prolific makers of these distinctive early type of night watchman's clocks, used predominantly in industrial premises, factories and mills in the north west of England during the 19th century.
John Whitehurst of Derby- late 19th century oak cased wall hanging Noctuary or night watchman's wall clock, in a rectangular case with a moulded and glazed door to the dial and full length trunk door, with a silvered circular dial and a brass indicating pointer, Arabic numerals and quarter hour track with steel time recording pins, four wheel chain driven going train. No pendulum,chain or weight. John Whitehurst is one of the most prolific makers of these distinctive early type of night watchman's clocks, used predominantly in industrial premises, factories and mills in the north west of England during the 19th century.
John Whitehurst of Derby- late 19th century oak cased wall hanging Noctuary or night watchman's wall clock, in a rectangular case with a moulded and glazed door to the dial and full length trunk door, with a silvered circular dial and a brass indicating pointer, Arabic numerals and quarter hour track with steel time recording pins, four wheel chain driven going train. No pendulum,chain or weight. John Whitehurst is one of the most prolific makers of these distinctive early type of night watchman's clocks, used predominantly in industrial premises, factories and mills in the north west of England during the 19th century.
John Whitehurst of Derby- late 19th century oak cased wall hanging Noctuary or night watchman's wall clock, in a rectangular case with a moulded and glazed door to the dial and full length trunk door, with a silvered circular dial and a brass indicating pointer, Arabic numerals and quarter hour track with steel time recording pins, four wheel chain driven going train. No pendulum,chain or weight. John Whitehurst is one of the most prolific makers of these distinctive early type of night watchman's clocks, used predominantly in industrial premises, factories and mills in the north west of England during the 19th century.
John Whitehurst of Derby- late 19th century oak cased wall hanging Noctuary or night watchman's wall clock, in a rectangular case with a moulded and glazed door to the dial and full length trunk door, with a silvered circular dial and a brass indicating pointer, Arabic numerals and quarter hour track with steel time recording pins, four wheel chain driven going train. No pendulum,chain or weight. John Whitehurst is one of the most prolific makers of these distinctive early type of night watchman's clocks, used predominantly in industrial premises, factories and mills in the north west of England during the 19th century.
John Whitehurst of Derby- late 19th century oak cased wall hanging Noctuary or night watchman's wall clock, in a rectangular case with a moulded and glazed door to the dial and full length trunk door, with a silvered circular dial and a brass indicating pointer, Arabic numerals and quarter hour track with steel time recording pins, four wheel chain driven going train. No pendulum,chain or weight. John Whitehurst is one of the most prolific makers of these distinctive early type of night watchman's clocks, used predominantly in industrial premises, factories and mills in the north west of England during the 19th century.
John Whitehurst of Derby- late 19th century oak cased wall hanging Noctuary or night watchman's wall clock, in a rectangular case with a moulded and glazed door to the dial and full length trunk door, with a silvered circular dial and a brass indicating pointer, Arabic numerals and quarter hour track with steel time recording pins, four wheel chain driven going train. No pendulum,chain or weight. John Whitehurst is one of the most prolific makers of these distinctive early type of night watchman's clocks, used predominantly in industrial premises, factories and mills in the north west of England during the 19th century.

LOT NO 7164

STOCK NO 129770

John Whitehurst of Derby- late 19th century oak cased wall hanging Noctuary or night watchman's wall clock, in a rectangular case with a moulded and glazed door to the dial and full length trunk door, with a silvered circular dial and a brass indicating pointer, Arabic numerals and quarter hour track with steel time recording pins, four wheel chain driven going train. No pendulum,chain or weight. John Whitehurst is one of the most prolific makers of these distinctive early type of night watchman's clocks, used predominantly in industrial premises, factories and mills in the north west of England during the 19th century.

Dimensions:
Height: 117cm  Length/Width: 25cm  Depth/Diameter: 20cm

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Discover a late 19th-century oak-cased wall hanging Noctuary by John Whitehurst of Derby, available at Duggleby Auctioneers. This unique timepiece features a rectangular case with a moulded and glazed door revealing a silvered circular dial and brass indicating pointer. The clock includes Arabic numerals, a quarter-hour track with steel time recording pins, and a four-wheel chain-driven going train.

Crafted by the renowned John Whitehurst, this Noctuary served as a night watchman's clock in industrial premises, factories, and mills across the north-west of England during the 19th century. A distinctive piece of history, this clock is a testament to the craftsmanship and innovation of its time.

Please note that this clock does not include a pendulum, chain, or weight. Don't miss the opportunity to own this exceptional piece of horological heritage. Bid now at Duggleby Auctioneers to add this unique John Whitehurst Noctuary to your collection.



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