England, circa 1780

A mid-eighteenth century green japanned lacquer longcase clock, the case decorated with figures within a naturalistic setting surrounded by pagodas, birds, butterflies and dogs. The arched hood with three spherical finials terminating in glided tips and the mechanism by William Post of London Bridge, with the clock striking on the hour with additional second hand and date window.

William Post (c.1727-1782) was a clock and watchmaker from the 18th century, with shop premises on London Bridge where he likely lived above. The Goldsmiths company have record of him operating there from 1738-1757 until watchmaker Alderman Stephenson appointed him his deputy. He was later a member of the Clockmakers Company from 1766-1776.

Height 275.00cm

Width 50.00cm

Depth 23.00cm