Edward Burgis, London 1600-c. 1699
A James II ebony striking table clock with gilt metal basket top, square dial engraved chapter ring with strike/silent above XII, matted centre, movement with verge escapement and hour striking on one bell, beautifully engraved backplate with tulips and scrollwork, and the maker's name 'Edward Burgis Londini fecit'. England, second half of the 17th century. H. 31.5 cm. W. 23.5 cm. D. 15 cm.
Provenance: Gordon Norrie, b. Angus, Scotland 1790- d. Elsinore 1874. John Richard Norrie 1822–1905 William Good Norrie 1866–1946 Mable Minnie Louise Norrie 1892–1971 Now in the ownership of the descendants.
Condition report on request. No guarantee of the function of the clock work. furniture@bruun-rasmussen.dk
Furniture, varia & carpets, 19 September 2018