Hook (Hoop) and spike(s) oxfordshire wall clock. Circa 1740.

A very good example of a Quaker made, hanging wall clock.

Stock No:   14507

The 30 hour duration, 2 train, chain driven 'birdcage' (posted) movement with Anchor Recoil escapement that has a large count escape wheel and long pendulum. Countwheel striking the hours on a large top-mounted, cast bell. The top plate bears the shaped hanging hoop and the bottom plate has the spacing spikes. Both plates and the flat posts are made of iron.

Behind a 10 1/4" square brass dial with urn and foliate, cast brass corner spandrels that are fixed by their original, flat headed iron screws. The chapter ring has wax-filled Roman hour numerals, Fleur-de-Lys half hour markings and an inner, divided, quarter track. The dial centre has radiating, circular 'wriggle work' engraving and the single iron hand has a pierced end and setting tail. The dial bears no signature of the maker which is common because of Quaker beliefs.

* These hoop and spikes wall clocks were typically made by Quaker clockmakers and commonly around the Oxfordshire area around this time. This example is the best that I have seen because of its quality and originality. If you want a clock of this type then it would be very difficult to surpass this particular example because usually, the dials are almost paper thin and the movements more flimsy because of frugality of material. I still find it exciting when I encounter a well-preserved and good example of any clock.

Dimensions:                        12 1/2" high x 10 1/4" wide x 7" deep.

Circa:                                   1740.

Condition:                             Exceptionally original including the square headed screws. The only parts of
                                             the movement that I can state are not original is the replaced bell nut and
                                             the chain sprockets (these clocks were almost always converted to chain from
                                             the troublesome rope). The movement is dirty and worn but in sound
                                             condition. The dial is tarnished with remains of old metal polish within the
                                             spandrels but, as mentioned earlier, is of above average quality. The clock has
                                             never been molested with inferior repair work (other than the odd punch mark
                                             around bearings) which, due to the historically low financial value of these
                                             clocks, is rare. It would and should greatly benefit though from a careful
                                             and non-cosmetic overhaul.

Price:                                    £1,750 in its present but working condition. The cost of any work required can
                                             be advised upon enquiry.