lantern clock

American  

noun

1. an English bracket clock of the late 16th and 17th centuries, having a brass case with corner columns supporting pierced crestings on the sides and front.

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Etymology

Origin of lantern clock

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

Figure 26.—Dial plate of a brass lantern clock made by Bertolla, found in his workshop after his death.

From The Borghesi Astronomical Clock in the Museum of History and Technology Contributions from the Museum of History and Technology, Paper 35, the Smithsonian Institution United States National Museum Bulletin 240 by Bedini, Silvio A.

Her eyes were upon the face of a small brass lantern clock.

From The Men Who Wrought by Cullum, Ridgwell

Figure 27.—Movement of a brass lantern clock made by Bertolla.

From The Borghesi Astronomical Clock in the Museum of History and Technology Contributions from the Museum of History and Technology, Paper 35, the Smithsonian Institution United States National Museum Bulletin 240 by Bedini, Silvio A.

Figure 35.—Movement of brass lantern clock produced by Bertolla at the age of 80, showing details of movement and double bell.

From The Borghesi Astronomical Clock in the Museum of History and Technology Contributions from the Museum of History and Technology, Paper 35, the Smithsonian Institution United States National Museum Bulletin 240 by Bedini, Silvio A.

One is a weight-driven lantern clock typical of the 18th century, Italian style with brass dial, plates and posts, anchor escapement, and striking work.

From The Borghesi Astronomical Clock in the Museum of History and Technology Contributions from the Museum of History and Technology, Paper 35, the Smithsonian Institution United States National Museum Bulletin 240 by Bedini, Silvio A.