TABLE CLOCKS

48. Model-No.: S206G "The Grashopper Clock"    Manufacturer: Comitti of London
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Size: 43 x 29,5 x 21 cm ( H x W x D )
The grashopper clock is based on the 'escapement ' invented by the famous clock maker John Harrison (1693 - 1776). Harrison made the first marine chronometer that made it possible for seafarers to calcutlate their longtitude position by observing the stars.This enabled them to compare the angle of their position with the known angle at a given time in Greenwich, London. Examples of his work are exhibited at the Old Royal Observatory. The pendulums are inter-linked so that any motion to one would be compensated for by that same effort on the other. This was particulary important for the operation of such a clock subject to motion, for example the roll of a ship. A beautiful example of the clockmakers art. The 8 day movement is fusee-driven, gold plated and protected by a glass cover. The dials are etched and silver plated. The seconds are indicated by the 180