Automata Longcase Clocks

British longcase clocks were sometimes produced with various automata features in the arch of the dial. They are usually driven by the pendulum of the clock, as in the case of the rocking ships, Adam & Eve and rocking father time.

WILLIAM AVENALL OF PORTSEA LONGCASE CLOCK

A most attractive and good quality 8 day longcase clock by “Wm Avenall, Portsea”. The movement...
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ROCKING SHIP AUTOMATA LONGCASE CLOCK

An unusual & most attractive 8 day Longcase clock. The conventional movement with anchor escapement &...
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ADAM & EVE AUTOMATA LONGCASE CLOCK

An unusual & attractive 8 day Longcase clock by Watkins of Abergavenny. The movement striking the...
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