Petite Sussex Antique Oak Grandfather Longcase Clock J. C. MOORE WORTHING

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Seller: cgfclocks ✉️ (2,270) 100%, Location: Cheshire, GB, Ships to: GB, Item: 381058568377 Petite Sussex Antique Oak Grandfather Longcase Clock J. C. MOORE WORTHING.

Antique

Oak  Longcase Clock

by

J. C. MOORE, WORTHING

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DESCRIPTION: This is a lovely antique oak longcase clock which is in superb condition and is of lovely petite proportions. The oak has a lovely rich patina. The clock is in good working order having recently been professionally cleaned and serviced. This clock is absolutely perfect for anyone looking for a clock to place straight into their home. The dial is engraved 'I. C. Moore, WORTHING' which is for 'J. C. Moore' as he sometimes used the letter 'I'.

If we start with the hood, this has a flat top and is finished with a shaped molded cornice. Pretty turned columns which terminate in brass capitals flank the hood door. To the rear are quarter turned columns. If we then move down to the trunk it has a lovely full length door which is complete with it's lock and key which is fully working.  Finally it has a simple base and is raised on bracket feet.

The silvered dial with makers name of 'I.C. Moore, WORTHING', has the four corners adorned with lovely engraved spaendrels. The dial is set out with Roman Numerals with small Arabic numerals above.  The movement is 30 hour duration and is in perfect working order and is lovely and clean as can be seen from the photographs having recently been cleaned and serviced.

There  is one 'I. C. Moore, WORTHING listed in 'The Clockmakers of Sussex by E. J. Tyler':

'Moore John Curtis; Worthing. Initial sometimes appears as ''I'', b 1770, London; West Tarring 1823;25 Warwick Street, Worthing by 1828; D to 1845 but may have died by 1839. English dial, saltbox case, tapered plates marked CB verge escapement, silvered dial; 30 hour LC flat brass dial; LC painted arch dial ca 1820; drop dial. May have come to Sussex ca 1794. Thirty-hour LC clock dial seen suggesting 1800 period ''Jo. Curtis Moore, West Tarring'' single and brass arch dial hooded clock'.

 

DIMENSIONS:

The approximate dimensions are:

- 73.25 inches (186 cm) high

- 19.25 inches (49 cm) across the widest part of the hood

- 13 inches (33 cm) across the trunk

- 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) across the base

 

CONDITION:

The clock is in wonderful condition as can be seen from the photographs, just minor marks commensurate with age and very careful use. The movement is is happily ticking and chiming and is lovely and clean having recently been professionally cleaned and serviced.

 

 This wonderful clock would make a super addition to any home, so happy bidding. If you have time please check out my other items !

Payment : Please ensure that we receive payment within 2 days of the close of auction. Payment methods listed. For collection in person, cash on collection. Please email any other questions before bidding and only bid if you are serious about buying.

 

Collection / Delivery: Buyer to collect from Tarporley, Cheshire.  If you are unable to collect you are welcome to arrange a courier . Please note all courier costs to be paid directly by buyer. Unless prior arrangements have been made all items to be collected within 14 days.

 

Ref: Moore of WORTHING

  • Condition: Please see photographs and description. The clock is in wonderful condition as can be seen from the photographs, just minor marks commensurate with age and very careful use. The movement is is happily ticking and chiming and is lovely and clean having recently been professionally cleaned and serviced.
  • Age: Antique, Pre-1900
  • Type: Longcase/ Grandfather Clock
  • Sub-Type: Grandfather
  • Style/ Origin/ Theme: Georgian
  • Material: Oak
  • Features: 30-Hour

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