Scottish George III Oak Cased Tall Cased Clock by Blair Flight.
Lot: 99
Scotland.
Circa 1774-1775.
Commemorating the marriage of Ja(me)s Smith and An(n)
Mor(r)is, married in Perth July 31, 1775, listed in the wedding banns of parish number 387. Their names inscribed to the center of the center dial below the second hand. The solid mahogany case with arched panel door and base panel. The hood with stop-fluted columns on the clocks hood the face with brass spandrels surrounding the enameled chapter ring and inner quarters circle, with fine peafowl engraved within circular cut-out.
Inscribed Blair Flight/ Perth toward lower dial face.
Approximate dimensions: 85 high x 20 1/2 wide x 11 1/4 inches deep..
Condition: Light scratches and marks to the dial. Later brass pulls. Some signs of previous woodworm. Overall wear is very good for the age.
Pendulum, two weights, and a key included.