The Old English Master Clockmakers And Their Clocks 1670 To 1820

By Herbert Cescinsky

Book Overview

The Old English Master Clockmakers And Their Clocks 1670 To 1820 is a comprehensive book by Herbert Cescinsky that delves into the history of clockmaking in England during the 17th and 18th centuries. The book covers the lives and works of some of the most prominent clockmakers of the era, including Thomas Tompion, George Graham, and John Harrison. It also provides detailed information on the various types of clocks produced during this time period, such as longcase clocks, bracket clocks, and lantern clocks. The book contains numerous illustrations and photographs of the clocks and their intricate mechanisms, as well as biographical information on the clockmakers themselves. The Old English Master Clockmakers And Their Clocks 1670 To 1820 is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of clockmaking, and provides a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of craftsmanship and ingenuity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164485210
• ISBN13: 9781164485216
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"