William Preist of Bristol
LCMAH227
An 8 day 12" brass dial cuban mahogany longcase with moonphases & 'high water at Bristol key' to arch.
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William Preist of Bristol LCMAH227 An 8 day 12" brass dial cuban mahogany longcase with moonphases & 'high water at Bristol key' to arch. |
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| Case: | Classic Bristol Cuban mahogany case with typical finely fretted detail under swan neck pediment. Canted reeded corners to trunk and base |
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| Dial: | 12" breakarch brass dial with engraved and silvered centre, moonphases and high water at Bristol key | ||
| Movement: | 8 day. Hourly (rack) striking. | ||
| Maker: | William Preist of Bristol. Recorded 1751-93 |
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| Date: | Circa 1780. | ||
| Height: | 95", 241cm. or 90.5", 230cms ex finials | ||
| Price: | £13,500 |
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