skeleton clock / Daniel O'Connell

Clock, which belonged to Daniel O'Connell. Engraved on a plate at the back 'This clock was the property of Daniel O'Connell at his house, Merrion Square, Dublin'. Skeleton clock, by Wotherspoon of Dublin, c.1839. With lever escapement, movements uncovered and supported on an ornamental brass framework, on a wooden pedestal covered in green pluch. Music box, probably French, in the pedestal. With glass dome. Total height 16.5 inches.;