2439/​1524

John Skinner, Exeter

A George III mahogany case and silvered engraved dial striking clock, movement with date disposal and half hour striking, subsidiary Strike/Silent dial to th arch. Dial and movement signed 'Jn. Skinner, Exeter'. C. 1800. H. 45 cm. W. 32 cm. D. 21 cm.

Records show two John Skinners of Exeter, father (1747–1818) & son (1776–1846). The Skinner clockmaking business continued in the High Street in Exeter from the 1770’s to 1846. As with many provincial clockmakers at this time, the Skinners bought their stock ready made from London but signed with their name. This movement was made by Thwaites and Reed in London.

Provenance: ”House of Danske Bank” Antiques, art and design from Erichsen’s House and other historic buildings of Holmens Kanal, Copenhagen.

This item is subject to full VAT
Condition

Wear due to age and use. No guarantee of the function of the clock work. Pendulum and Winding key is enclosed.

Auction

House of Danske Bank – the online sale part I, 23 September 2024

Category

Clocks & watches ▸ Mantel & Wall Clocks

Estimate

6,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

10,000 DKK  

19 bids

When Bidder Bid
(Auto bid) 10,000 DKK
9,500 DKK
9,000 DKK
8,500 DKK
(Auto bid) 8,000 DKK
8,000 DKK
(Auto bid) 7,500 DKK
7,000 DKK
6,500 DKK
6,000 DKK
(Auto bid) 5,500 DKK
5,000 DKK
2,200 DKK
(Auto bid) 2,100 DKK
2,000 DKK
1,950 DKK
1,900 DKK
1,850 DKK
1,800 DKK