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Long-case clock

John Vyse, 1750

Long-case clock. Made by John Vyse (spelt Vise on piece), son of well-known Wisbech clock maker, William. Case decorated with Chinoiseries in red lacquer on oak. Brass face has filgree ornamental spandrels, surmounted by 'Father Time' automaton.

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Title of artwork, date

Long-case clock, 1750

Date supported

1959

Dimensions

245 cm

Grant

130

Total cost

130

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