London and North Western Railway 12 inch dial mahogany cased fusee railway clock supplied to the LNWR around 1860 by John Walker of London. The rectangular plated chain driven fusee movement has turned pillars and a shaped back cock. The mahogany case with LNWR enamel clock numberplate 2180 screwed to the right hand side has a thin one piece turned surround dovetailed back box with one side door and a bottom door with cock beading secured by a brass lock, it also retains its original cast brass bezel hinged to the left and secured with a bezel lock and key. The original dial is lettered L&N.W.R JNo Walker 40 Princess St Leicester Squ 5846 and has typical John Walker blued steel heart shaped hands. In working condition complete with pendulum and key. A rare clock that has retained its pre grouping dial writing.
Category:
Clocks
Auction: July 2023, Lot: 192
Sold for: GBP£2,200