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Hurcomb (W.E.): The Wetherfield Collection of 222 Clocks
O/P. 95 pages, 2nd edition, 1929, illustrating clocks from this famous collection. A useful reference book. A good copy, red cloth covers a little marked as usual. (Ref: W142) in stock.
Price: £15.00 |
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Huygens (C.): Horologium
O/P. 20 pages, 1 illustration, 1970. A facsimile reprint of the Latin text of Christiaan Huygens' famous work Horologium (first published in 1658), together with an English translation by Ernest Edwardes. An offprint from Antiquarian Horology. Very good copy, card covers. (Ref: W120) in stock.
Price: £9.00 |
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 | Jagger (C.): Paul Philip Barraud - a study of a fine Chronometer Maker, and of his Relatives, Associates and Successors in the Family Business 1750 - 1929
O/P. 177 pages, 21 plates, 1968. An excellent book about the Barraud business with a useful listing of known chronometers, clocks, watches and their serial numbers, very useful when trying to date other examples. Barraud's are one of the most respected 19th century chronometer makers so this book is essential reading for enthusiasts. A very good copy of the hardback edition, with worn dust jacket. (Ref: W121) in stock.
Price: £55.00 |
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Jagger (C.): The Artistry of the English Watch
O/P. 160 pages, 93 plates, 1988. A detailed well illustrated study of the design and decoration of English watchcases and movements from about 1600 to the Victorian era. With chapters on materials and techniques. Very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: W122) in stock.
Price: £10.00 |
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Lee (R.A.): The Knibb Family Clockmakers
O/P. 187 pages, 5 colour and 190 b&w plates, 1st and only edition, number 142 of 1000 copies, 1964. This volume, now hard to find, is the standard reference book on the life and work of John, Joseph, Peter and Samuel Knibb. A very good clean copy, the dust jacket is fairly good with wear and a few small tears to edges and corners.
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(Ref: W141) in stock.
Price: £495.00 |
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Loomes (B.): Grandfather Clocks and their Cases
O/P. 352 pages, 433 illustrations, 1985. Almost 40 years on, this is still the best book for understanding English and Scottish regional case styles. This is one of Loomes' best books and has become hard to find. A good copy, with fair dust jacket. (Ref: W124) in stock.
Price: £35.00 |
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Marryat (H.): Watches Vol. 1 Henlein to Tompion
O/P. 98 pages, illustrated, published by author, number 71 of an unspecified print run, 1938. Volume 1 is about early watches, from the 16th & 17th centuries; i.e. from Henlein to Tompion. Volume 2 was never published. A good copy of a well respected and scarce book, original green cloth, marbled endpapers, top edge gilt. (Ref: W125) in stock.
Price: £20.00 |
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Mason (B.): Clock and Watchmaking in Colchester
O/P. 436 pages, well illustrated, 1st and only edition, 1969. This is a very detailed account of Colchester makers and their output and set a standard for regional books which has never been equalled. A very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: W126) in stock.
Price: £45.00 |
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Penfold (J.B.): The Clockmakers of Cumberland
O/P. 284 pages, 118 illustrations, 1st edition, signed by author, 1977. This is one of the best books on English counties and has become the most sought after and difficult to find. Many famous clockmakers were born in Cumberland - George Graham, John Barwise, John Brockbank and James Gandy to name a few. This well researched book has information about all the Cumberland makers and is an essential reference book for enthusiasts. A very good copy.
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(Ref: W127) in stock.
Price: £145.00 |
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 | Pickford (C.): Bedfordshire Clock & Watchmakers 1352 - 1880
O/P. 252 pages, 35 plates, 2 figs., 1991. An excellent, well researched book about the clock makers of Bedfordshire with lots of biographical information as well as a brief history of timekeeping in Bedfordshire. This book is now very hard to find. A very good copy, paperback. (Ref: W128) in stock.
Price: £55.00 |
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Pickford (C.): Turret Clocks: Lists of clocks from makers' catalogues and publicity materials
O/P. 179 pages, 1st edition, 1995. A useful book for church and turret clock enthusiasts with notes on 17 British turret clock makers and lists of their installations. This book is now hard to find. A very good copy, card covers. (Ref: W129) in stock.
Price: £17.00 |
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Ponsford (C.N.): Devon Clocks and Clockmakers
O/P. 360 pages, 12 figs., 47 plates, 1985. A good book with lots of information about clock and watch making in Devon with notes on Devonshire makers. A good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: W136) in stock.
Price: £20.00 |
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Ponsford (C.N.): Time in Exeter
O/P. 200 pages, 50 illustrations, hardback, 1st edition, 1978. A well researched book on the history of 700 years of clockmaking in Exeter. Biographical details are given for more than 300 makers. A good copy with bookplate inside front cover and a dust jacket. (Ref: W131) in stock.
Price: £25.00 |
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Roberts (D.): Amazing Clocks
O/P. 88 pages, well illustrated in colour, 1987. An excellent catalogue of an exhibition of 19 fabulous clocks. The clocks include an Edward Cockey astronomical clock, a Radeloff rolling ball clock dated 1660 and an astronomical clock by Joseph Finney of Liverpool. Fine copy, soft covers. (Ref: W112) in stock.
Price: £8.00 |
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Roberts (D.): British Skeleton Clocks
O/P. 271 pages, 45 colour plates and numerous black and white illustrations, 1st edition, 1987. This is the standard reference book on British skeleton clocks and is essential reading for all collectors. A comprehensive survey of British skeleton clocks with excellent illustrations and detailed notes on Evans, Smith & Sons, Condliff and other famous makers. A fine copy with very good dust jacket. (Ref: W132) in stock.
Price: £60.00 |
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Robertson (J. D.): The Evolution of Clockwork
O/P. 358 pages, illus., 1st edition, 1931. An interesting book, valuable for its special section of 100 pages about the clocks of Japan and the extensive horological bibliography. A good copy, ex public reference library, faded to spine. (Ref: W133) in stock.
Price: £20.00 |
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Rose (R.E.): English Dial Clocks
O/P. 198 pages, 98 plates, 1st edition 1978. The standard work on tavern & other dial clocks, also useful for its information on Thwaites numbering system. A very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: W134) in stock.
Price: £15.00 |
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Sellink (J.L.): Dutch Antique Domestic Clocks, ca. 1670 - 1870 and some related examples
O/P. 367 pages, illus., copy 389 of 1000 copies, 1973. A useful, well illustrated, reference book on 200 years of Dutch clockmaking illustrated with important examples from the Oegstgeest Museum. The book includes fine Amsterdam longcase clocks as well as Hague Clocks, staartkloks and stoelkloks. This book is now hard to find. A very good copy (inscription on title page) with very good dust jacket. (Ref: W135) in stock.
Price: £70.00 |
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Snell (M.): Clocks and Clockmakers of Salisbury - 600 Years of Skill and Invention
O/P. 280 pages, 235 plates, figs., signed by author 1986. An excellent book on the clocks, watches and makers of Salisbury and South Wiltshire. The book has a section on turret clocks and lots of information about each clock and watch maker. A very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: W144) in stock.
Price: £25.00 |
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Waters (I.): Chepstow Clock and Watchmakers
O/P. 15 pages, 3 illustrations, 1978. A useful listing of Chepstow clock and watch makers with addresses and working dates where known. This booklet is now very hard to find. A good copy, card covers. (Ref: W139) in stock.
Price: £5.00 |
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