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Michael Bird (, Clockmakers company from 1682- 1713)

An English George II longcase clock, movement with gilt brass dial and openwork corner ornaments, chapter ring with black Roman numerals signed 'Mich Bird London', the dial with later mounted arch showing plaque marked 'Michael Bird London'. C. 1700. The early Rococo walnut marquetry case, richly inlaid with birds, figures and ornamentation in colored wood, marked with owner's name and dated “Anno Samuel Krouse 1763”. H. 215 cm. W. 54 cm. D. 34 cm.

Provenance: Ålholm castle, Lolland. The Raben-Levetzau family and inherited through generations.

Condition

Wear due to age and use. No guarantee of the function of the clock work. Pendulum, Two weights and Key is enclosed.

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