Antique 18th century period English tin glaze delft ware earthenware clock face

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£4400

Dated: 1750 to 1770 English

Antique 18th century period English tin glaze delft ware earthenware clock face. This piece was made for a 24 or 48 hour clock, the hole in the centre being for the hands. Clock faces in English delftware are extremely rare and the workmanship on this example is very finely executed.

Diameter: 8.75 inches

Current Condition: Crack professionally restored down one side

Literature: Jonathan Horne Page 17 2007 Collection of English Pottery.

£4400    $5940

Description

Antique 18th century period English tin glaze delft ware earthenware clock face.
This piece was made for a 24 or 48 hour clock, the hole in the centre being for the hands.
Clock faces in English delftware are extremely rare and the workmanship on this example is very finely executed.