Dating back to around 1790, this exquisite 8-day mahogany longcase clock by Thomas Greaves of Newcastle is a true testament to late 18th-century craftsmanship. The clock features a flat-topped hood and a break arch hood door, elegantly adorned with pilasters boasting Corinthian capitals. The trunk showcases canted corners and an ogee spire-topped door, resting on a rectangular plinth atop a decorative stepped base.
The early painted dial of this timepiece is a work of art in itself, boasting raised gesso spandrels and a painted oval landscape on the arch. The dial is further enhanced with matching steel hands, Roman numerals, five-minute Arabics, minute markers, subsidiary seconds dial, and a calendar aperture. The dial is securely pinned to a rack striking movement with a recoil anchor escapement, striking the hours on a bell.
Complete with its pendulum and weights, this Thomas Greaves longcase clock is a remarkable piece that would make a stunning addition to any collection. Don't miss the opportunity to own this exceptional antique timepiece at the upcoming auction at Duggleby Auctioneers.