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Astronomical table clock

Thomas Barry, James Moorcroft, 1787

The clock was made in the Liverpool area at the height of the area's international importance as a centre of horological expertise. This clock shows the movement of the sun and moon, planets and stars, and is in full working order.

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Title of artwork, date

Astronomical table clock, 1787

Date supported

2002

Medium and material

Mahogany, brass & steel

Dimensions

91 x 42 x 42 cm

Grant

42500

Total cost

250000

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