A fine London clock in an oak case, square dial with gilt ornaments in the corners. Arched hood with a silver plaque engraved "William Jourdain London". Dial with silvered chapter ring with Roman numerals, movement with seconds and date hand, as well as an automaton in the form of a gilt cherub head at the top of the dial. The automaton is connected to the pendulum and swings back and forth with the movement of the clock. A similar clock by the same maker sold: Christie's Live Auction 2289 Furniture, Clocks, Sculpture and Works of Art. Christie's, London, 1995, lot 167. Dimensions: Height: 230 cm. Width: 43 cm. Depth: 26 cm. Case presumably later than the movement. Condition: Wear consistent with age and use. Functioning at the time of cataloging. No guarantee of functionality is provided. Category: Clocks & Watches/Longcase clocks Estimate: 3000 DKK