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George Steevens of Hindon
LCOAK220

A 30 hour 11" Square brass dial oak/elm longcase with birdcage movement,
having "spiked" feet (a regional characteristic)

Case: Very slender oak & elm case with flat cornice top dentil mouldings under, and cushion moulding under that.  
Dial: 11" square brass dial with matted centre, date box above 6 o' clock position, and two hands  
Movement: 30 hour (birdcage) countwheel strike (hourly)  
Maker: George Steevens. Recorded working before 1770. Died 1805.
Also recorded with Sun Insurance Co as "A gunsmith, clockmaker and victualler" 3 Sept 1759
 
Date: Circa 1760.  
Height: 77.5", 197cms  
Price: £4,250     SOLD

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