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Perpetual Motion Clock

James Cox, 1760–1769

Wound by mechanism deriving power from the variations in atmospheric pressure between two jars of mercury. Designed to be viewed from all sides, the case is glazed to allow maximum view of the mechanism.

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Title of artwork, date

Perpetual Motion Clock, 1760–1769

Date supported

1961

Medium and material

Wood, brass, glass mercury

Dimensions

269 cm

Grant

1500

Total cost

2500

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