Cast Iron "John Bull" Mechanical Blinking Eye Clock

Third quarter 19th century, painted iron, cast in two halves, centering a 2 1/2-inch inset dial, brass spring wound movement with key attached to the escapement animating the eyes, unmarked.

16 1/2 x 8 1/4 x 6 in.

Early paint with scattered paint losses, staining and rust; dial cover missing and later paper dial; figure's right leg with small hole to the posterior; movement operational at time of inspection. Please See Terms and Conditions of Sale: Clocks and Watches.