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The Old English Master Clockmakers And Their Clocks 1670 To 1820

The Old English Master Clockmakers And Their Clocks 1670 To 1820

Cescinsky, Herbert

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral Antiques & CollectiblesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1163187119
ISBN13: 9781163187111
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 192
Weight: 0.58
Height: 0.41 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Old English Master Clockmakers And Their Clocks 1670 To 1820 is a comprehensive book written by Herbert Cescinsky that explores the history and craftsmanship of clockmaking in England during the 17th and 18th centuries. The book delves into the lives and works of some of the most notable clockmakers of the era, including Thomas Tompion, George Graham, and John Harrison, among others. The book is divided into two parts: the first part provides a detailed account of the clockmaking industry during the period, including the various styles and designs of clocks that were popular at the time. The second part of the book focuses on the individual clockmakers themselves, providing biographical information and showcasing some of their most notable works. The book features numerous illustrations and photographs of clocks, as well as detailed descriptions of their mechanisms and functions. It also includes information on the materials and tools used in clockmaking, as well as the various techniques and processes involved in creating these intricate timepieces. Overall, The Old English Master Clockmakers And Their Clocks 1670 To 1820 is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of clockmaking or the art of horology. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and works of some of England's most talented and innovative clockmakers, and offers a wealth of information on the clocks they created and the techniques they used to do so.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.

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