A brass lantern clock, Thomas Loomes, London, mid-17th Century

the flower engraved dial plate with 6-inch chapter ring and signed Thomas Loomes at the Mare Made In Lothbury, Londini Fecit, alarm disc lacking, the conventional posted movement with verge escapement and short pendulum converted from balance wheel, outside count wheel striking on the top-mounted bell, formerly with alarm train mounted on the iron backplate, the conventional posted case with dolphin frets, turned finials and ball feet

Dial in generally good condition, lacking alarm disc, unusual hour hand is almost certainly replaced. Movement needs a clean and has conversion to short pendulum, alarm train lacking. Case is lacking side doors, top finial sawn off, otherwise generally good condition. No weights.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

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Thomas Loomes was apprenticed to John Selwood and became Free of the Clockmakers' Company in 1649.  He worked at the Mermaid in Lothbury where he succeeded Selwood in 1651 and was a partner with Ahasuerus Fromanteel from 1658. It is believed that he died in the plague in 1665.