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British Longcase Clocks (Hardcover) Loot Price: R1,581
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British Longcase Clocks (Hardcover): Derek Roberts

British Longcase Clocks (Hardcover)

Derek Roberts

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"The longcase clock has been a part of the Englishman's home for some 300 years and has gained a place in his heart seldom if every achieved by any other domestic item. An example of its importance in family life is that it, with the bed and the house, was nearly always mentioned specifically in the will." In Derek Roberts's important new book, readers find a wealth of valuable information detailing the British origins, evolution, and wide range of longcase clocks that have been produced since the sixteenth century. In twenty chapters Mr. Roberts provides a detailed overview of many facets of these beautiful and useful art works, including early square dial, rare, astronomical and equation clocks, walnut breakarch longcase clocks (and those in other woods), and thirty-hour clocks. Other chapters detail various dial and decoration forms, precision timekeeping, important makers, and clocks of the Victorian and Edwardian eras right up to modern times. A glossary of terms and lengthy index of makers are included. In British Longcase Clocks, Mr. Roberts share his wealth of knowledge enthusiastically and presents over 300 black and white and full-color photographs of details and whole clocks. His book will interest clock owners and all who love fine furniture.

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Imprint: Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Country of origin: United States
Release date: 1997
First published: July 2007
Authors: Derek Roberts
Dimensions: 305 x 229 x 36mm (L x W x T)
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 400
ISBN-13: 978-0-88740-230-2
Categories: Books > Arts & Architecture > Antiques & collectables > Antique clocks & watches > General
Books > Professional & Technical > Industrial chemistry & manufacturing technologies > Other manufacturing technologies > Precision instruments manufacture > Clocks & chronometers
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LSN: 0-88740-230-5
Barcode: 9780887402302

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