A small mid 19th century mahogany drum-shaped table clock Dent, London, number 612

A small mid 19th century mahogany drum-shaped table clock Dent, London, number 612 The drum shaped case set over applied carving and a recessed panel base on a plinth and squat button feet. Six-inch gilt engraved Roman dial with outer minute track framing the electroformed gilt centre depicting a Chinoiserie scene with a male figure, buildings, flowers, butterflies and lattice work, with fleur-de-lys blued steel hands and strike/silent lever above XII. The shaped rear door (with pierced wooden sound fret backed in red silk) opening to reveal the large circular movement united by tapering 'cannon barrel' pillars, the anchor escapement rack striking on a bell, the long pendulum with screw adjustment. Ticking, striking train in need of attention. 35cms (14ins) high For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com