Extremely Rare Antique 17th Century English Grandfather Clock by Thomas Tompion


Extremely Rare Antique 17th Century English Grandfather Clock by Thomas Tompion

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Extremely Rare Antique 17th Century English Grandfather Clock by Thomas Tompion:
$37995.00


This listing is for an extremely rare grandfather clock by Thomas Tompion (1639-1713).


Tompion was known as the "Father of English Clockmaking" for his achievements within the world of scientific instruments.


This clock movement and dial are by Thomas Tompion and were created during the late 17th century. The case, however was a later addition, built in 1844.


The clock was owned by one family and had been passed down since its creation.


The last owners of the clock were the Jackson family of Fort Worth, Texas. They know that it had come through their maternal line and had been brought to America during the mid 1800s by their ancestor, a Dr. E. E. W. (Ives?).


Inside the clock is a newspaper clipping from the 1950s with a photo of the clock as well as details of its origins.


The Jackson family informed us that the original casing burned in a fire and thus a new, high quality case was custom built in 1844.


The clock has been well kept. The new casing features lovely birds eye maple wood and a single center spire.


The movement has been well kept as well. It ran and chimed when tested. This movement features an 8 day time and strike as well as a calendar function. There are also several other minor functions unique to Tompion's work.


This movement is stamped as number 346 on the reverse. The dial is signed on the lower.



This clock appears to be in overall good condition.

The movement was last serviced in 2018. It ran and chimed when tested. Please note that any mechanical clock that is shipped might require adjustments upon arrival, and thus time accuracy is not guaranteed.


Minor signs of normal wear and age present on the casing- some minor pieces of wooden inlay has come a tad loose, but still in tact.


18.5 x 10.5 x 89 inches


Note: this listing is for local pickup only. You may also make arrangements with 3rd party shippers such as, UShip if you are not local.


Extremely Rare Antique 17th Century English Grandfather Clock by Thomas Tompion:
$37995.00

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