English Act of Parliament / Tavern Clock by Langford, Southampton, c. 1780
English Act of Parliament / Tavern Clock by Langford, Southampton, c. 1780
SOLD $1,600.00 Sold: Nov 23, 2019 on eBayOriginal Listing Description
English Act of Parliament Tavern Clock by Langford, Southampton, c. 1780
A black round dial Act of Parliament Tavern Clock by Thomas Langford, Southampton England, about 1780. Time only, runs 10 days. This clock design was meant for large viewing areas such as pubs, coffee houses, government buildings, churches. Britten’s English clockmakers book lists "Langford, Thos. Hon. Freeman, c.c. 1781; Southampton about 1780." Also listed in Baille: "Langford, Thomas. London. CC 1781."
* 48" x 21" x 7".
*black lacquer with chinoiserie japanning art work, especially on door
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.
Original Listing Description
English Act of Parliament Tavern Clock by Langford, Southampton, c. 1780
A black round dial Act of Parliament Tavern Clock by Thomas Langford, Southampton England, about 1780. Time only, runs 10 days. This clock design was meant for large viewing areas such as pubs, coffee houses, government buildings, churches. Britten’s English clockmakers book lists "Langford, Thos. Hon. Freeman, c.c. 1781; Southampton about 1780." Also listed in Baille: "Langford, Thomas. London. CC 1781."
* 48" x 21" x 7".
*black lacquer with chinoiserie japanning art work, especially on door
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.