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THBRARE AND IMPORTANT SAMUEL BETTS (LONDON, ACTIVE 1645-1673) BRACKET CLOCK
Lot 644
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By Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
Nov 15, 2014 - Nov 16, 2014
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2014-11-15 09:30:00
2014-11-16 09:30:00
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- Lot Description
RARE AND IMPORTANT SAMUEL BETTS (LONDON, ACTIVE 1645-1673) BRACKET CLOCK, engraved brass dial and backplate signed "Samuel Betts Londini" in script at lower edge, double-fusee movement, knife-edge verge escapement, and eight latched pillars. Housed in a veneered case, possibly later, with label and tag inside rear door for Percy Webster, a noted antiquarian and clock dealer in London during the early 20th century. Reserve. Circa 1660. 16 3/4" HOA, 12 1/4" WOA, 7" DOA.
Provenance: From a Maine family private collection.
Catalogue Note: Samuel Betts (active 1640-1673) was an important early English clockmaker who made both watches and bracket clocks. Betts is often associated with Edward East (1610-1693), who is generally regarded as one of the finest clockmakers of the period and served as clockmaker to Charles I and Charles II. In 1673 Samuel Betts was succeeded in business by Jacobus Markwick, another significant early English clockmaker. The present example was purchased in London by the consignor's grandfather in the 1950's.Very good visual condition. Unknown mechanical condition with normal minor repairs and alterations, including a few broken latches. Case with wear and losses. Several pieces of molding and one glass side light detached but present.Condition
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