Joseph Knibb. A Brass Miniature Lantern Clock, Oxford, circa 1670

Joseph Knibb. A Brass Miniature Lantern Clock, Oxford, circa 1670

3½-inch chapter ring, the dial plate finely engraved with tulips, alarm disc lacking, the dolphin fret signed along the lower edge Joseph Knibb, Oxon, Fecit, the conventional movement with verge escapement and short bob pendulum, external locking plate striking on the replaced top-mounted bell, the posted case with finely turned finials, tapered pillars and ball feet, with iron hoops and spurs, alarm train lacking; together with a modern walnut wall bracket

20cm; 8in high