English George IV longcase clock. Mahogany veneered case with zebra stringing surrounding long trunk door and base. Swan neck hood with brass paterie and center ball-and-eagle finial. Eight-day duration movement, striking hours on a bell. Hand-painted arch dial with automata "Rocking Ship" in arch. Dial includes seconds ring and recessed, curved date aperture. Dial inscribed with maker's name:

John Lawley. Bristol.

John Lawley is recorded working in Bristol between 1825 and 1830.

(Height: 7 feet 5 inches.)

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