Edwardian Trophy Clock with Hippopotamus Tusk Supports and Silver Mounts
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An Edwardian trophy clock, the hippopotamus tusk supports with silver mounts and wirework stand, William Hornby, London, 1906; the clock with silver plated surround and key wind lever movement; the whole on shaped ebonised base, width 40 cm. Depth 38 cm. Height 44 cm.
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- Edwardian - The Edwardian period of English furniture and decorative arts design is named for Edward VII (1841 ? 1910) who was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions and Emperor of India for the brief period from 1901 until his death in 1910. It follows the Victorian period, in turn was followed by the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. In Australia, designs of this period are also known as being in the Federation style.
- Movement - The technical name for the workings of a clock or watch, and does not include the dial or case.