J.B.Jenkins
of Crickhowell
LCMAH143
An early 19th century 8 day
longcase with 12.5" painted dial and rare automaton.
| Case: | Inlaid mahogany case with swan neck pediment. | |
| Dial: | 12.5" breakarch painted dial with rare automaton of a butcher poleaxing a bull in a stable interior (one blow at 1 o’clock, 2 at 2 o’clock etc!). Seconds and date. | |
| Movement: | 8 day. Hourly (rack) striking. | |
| Maker: | J.B. Jenkins, Crickhowell. Recorded at Crickhowell 1832-75. | |
| Date: | Circa 1835. | |
| Height: | 86.5", 220cm. | |
| Price: | £6,750 SOLD |