Preece of Hereford

LCMAH216

An excellent example of a typical Welsh borders 19th century 8 day longcase with a 13" breakarch painted dial

Case: Highly figured flame mahogany case with boxwood and inlaid stringing. Rope-twist columns to hood and trunk. Fretted pediment.
Dial: 13" breakarch painted dial with moonphases to the arch, seconds and date.
Movement: 8 day. Hourly (rack) striking.
Maker: Preece of Hereford.
Date: Circa 1840.
Height: 90", 229cm.
Price: £6,750.