17th Jun, 2021 10:00

Interiors, Homes & Antiques including Toys, Dolls and Juvenalia

 
  Lot 93
 

CLOCKS: AN AMERICAN WALL CLOCK BY THE ANSON BRASS AND COPPER COMPANY, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY

CLOCKS: AN AMERICAN WALL CLOCK BY THE ANSON BRASS AND COPPER COMPANY, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY, of rectangular form, with a glazed glass door to reveal a dial with Roman chapter ring, pierced hands and a partially revealed movement, above a decorative panel of flowers, with pendulum and wire gong,

65cm high x 38.5cm wide x 10.5cm deep

PROVENANCE: PROPERTY OF A LOCAL CHISWICK RESIDENT, PEGGY COOPER (1931 - 2021).

Yorkshire born Peggy attained her Diploma in Design at the City of Leeds College of Art in 1952 before taking up a position as an art and needlework teacher at a school in Uttoxeter, Derbyshire. During this time Peggy's interest in developing the use of crafts for education began, with a particular focus on experimenting with repurposed and requisitioned materials for model making and other artistic projects. She was known for her kind and gentle nature with children, cleverly incorporating her artistic talents to help them understand educational topics.

She went on to marry Alan Cooper, lead member of the famous Jazz band Temperance Seven, whereupon they moved to London in the early 1960’s. Whilst in London, Peggy developed an interest in antiques and opened a stall in Portabello Road, primarily dealing in dolls and toys. She continued her art and creative interests from her home in Chiswick, which became known locally as 'The Museum' for its authentic Victorian interior and meticulously detailed displays and ornamentation.

Sold for £25

Includes Buyer's Premium


 

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