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British & Continental | March 25, 2026

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Lot 230

William Allam George II Chinoiserie Tall Case Clock

Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Starting Bid
$1,000

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London, mid 18th century, eight day five pillar movement, dial with recessed seconds ring, strike/silent sub dial, and date aperture; the japanned low waited case with chinoiserie motif, two weights, pendulum, and winder included; 86 x 20-1/2 x 10 in.

Provenance: Per consignor notes Downshire House Gallery (with assessment); Property from a Private Collection, Vero Beach, Florida

Note: William Allam (Active 1743-1785) is a notable maker of the Clockmaker's Company. He has time pieces in the Guildhall Collection and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.

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Per consignor notes Downshire House Gallery (with assessment); Property from a Private Collection, Vero Beach, Florida

has not been tested, dial and case associated, dial with loss to silvering, case with restoration to surface, numerous later holes to case back panel, later blocking to base Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.