#firegilt

[ashmoleanmuseum]

Daylight Savings 2017

Don’t forget to set your clocks back this morning!

This beautiful timepiece was made by James Cox around 1780.

Striking clock. James Cox, c. 1775–1800. Made from bronze, fire-gilt, case made from ormelu.

Lion and crown detail atop the clock.

Fish “feet” details supporting the clock.

www.ashmoleanprints.com/image/383251/james-cox-striking-clock