Lot 134: THOMAS COLE CLOCK, U.K. FINEST CLOCK MAKER.

THOMAS COLE CLOCK, U.K. FINEST CLOCK MAKER.
A FINE ENGRAVED GILT BRASS GIANT OCTAGONAL STRUT TIMEPIECE
Thomas Cole, London, no. 1457, retailed by Tegelsten & Thornley, St. Petersburg
Date: Mid 19th century
Movement: Going barrel, vertical platform lever escapement with gold three arm balance
Dial: Silvered oval with engraved floral border, roman chapter ring enclosing engraved strap work in the center, blue spade hands
Case: Octagonal bezel enclosing gilt dial mask, conforming back plate with block feet engraved with further flowers and strap work, folding support
Signed: By Cole on movement, numbered 1457 on both feet, retailer's signature on back plate.
Size: 12 ½ in (32cm) high.