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George III quarter chiming musical organ clock for the Turkish market, c
5890565 George III quarter chiming musical organ clock for the Turkish market, c.1790 (tortoiseshell & gilt-metal) by English School, (18th century); height: 76 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Markwick Markham Borrell, London. The case with foliate cast gilt-metal frets to the domed top surmounted by an urn finial, doors to the sides each set with elaborately cast gilt-metal sound frets, each out-set angle applied with flower-draped volutes and the moulded base supported by bifurcated scroll feet, the dial with white enamel chapter disc with Turkish chapters and pierced gilt-metal hands, signed in the centre Markwick Markham Borrell London, the silver mask decorated with restored blue, turquoise and pink enamels, re-enamelled lower subsidiary dials for Music/Not Music and Strike/Silent, the upper left dial with four tune selection for the musical bell train, the right dial for eight tune selection for the pipe organ, the arch with twisted glass rods simulating the sea with six ships of the line, the massive four train movement with verge escapement and hour strike on a bell, music playing every three hours on both bells and organ, the musical bell train wound to the fusee square beneath the upper left subsidiary dial playing on seven bells via twelve hammers, the organ playing on sixteen pipes (restored) via a massive 8in. long wood barrel, each sides of the plates engraved with foliage and signed Henry Borrell Exchange London, with restorations); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of horological artistry - the George III quarter chiming musical organ clock for the Turkish market, created around 1790. Standing at an impressive height of 76 cm, this exquisite timepiece is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the English School in the 18th century. The clock's tortoiseshell and gilt-metal case is adorned with intricate foliate cast gilt-metal frets, adding a touch of elegance to its design. Elaborately cast sound frets grace the doors on either side, while flower-draped volutes enhance each out-set angle. The moulded base rests upon bifurcated scroll feet, completing its graceful silhouette. Featuring white enamel chapter discs with Turkish numerals and pierced gilt-metal hands, the dial bears the signature Markwick Markham Borrell London at its center. Restored blue, turquoise, and pink enamels embellish the silver mask surrounding it. Additional subsidiary dials indicate music selection and strike options. The arch above displays twisted glass rods that simulate a sea scene with six ships of the line sailing through it. The clock's four train movement includes verge escapement and hour strike on a bell. Every three hours, both bells and organ play enchanting melodies orchestrated by twelve hammers striking seven bells and sixteen restored pipes respectively. A true masterpiece in every sense, this George III quarter chiming musical organ clock exemplifies not only technical ingenuity but also artistic beauty that transcends time itself.
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