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Watch movement (Pocket watch)
William Wright, Humphrey Sellon
1764-1770
Category
Clocks, Watches, and Scientific Instruments
Creator/Artist/Maker
William Wright (Maker)
Place of Origin
London; London; England; United Kingdom; Europe
Materials
- Brass
- Enamel on copper
- Steel
Museum Object Number
1956.0029.001 C
Credit Line/Donor
Museum purchase
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Complete Details
Object Number
1956.0029.001 C
Object Name
Watch movement (Pocket watch)
Category
Clocks, Watches, and Scientific Instruments
Creator (Role)
William Wright (Maker); Humphrey Sellon (Maker)
Place of Origin
London; London; England; United Kingdom; Europe
Date
1764-1770
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Signature
Location: Movement, backplate
Inscription: "W\m Wright/ Hum Sellon" engraved
Type: Inscription
Location: Movement, backplate
Inscription: "1380" engraved
Type: Inscription
Location: Movement, backplate
Inscription: "LONDON" engraved
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Brass
- Enamel on copper
- Steel
Techniques
- Engraved
Dimensions (inches)
1.43 (Diam)
Dimensions (centimeters)
3.65 (Diam)
Measurement Notes
Overall measurements including parts A, B, and C: OH: 6.000cm; OW: 5.500cm; OD: 2.500cm