Chiming Collection

Fall / Crufts / 1958 / Pointer
CHAMPION CHIMING BELLS CRUFTS BEST IN SHOW 1958 Owned by Mrs M Bowman Bred by Mrs W Parkinson Liver & white, sired by Ch. Herewithim Royal Flush

The Whityngton Stone, Holloway, London, 1854
Engraving showing the Whityngton Stone, a memorial to Sir Richard Whittington (1358-1423), London, 1854. This stone was placed on the spot in Upper Holloway where he was traditionally supposed to

Monks pulling ropes of big bell, Chion in temple, eastern hills, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan, Asia

Ms 306 f. 27r King David seated strikes a peal of five bells, from a Breviary
FIT276967 Ms 306 f.27r King David seated strikes a peal of five bells, from a Breviary, Use of Paris, 1400 (vellum) by French School, (15th century); 16.5x7 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum

George III musical timepiece table clock, c. 1766 (ormolu
BAL1860 George III musical timepiece table clock, c.1766 (ormolu, silver & agate) (see also 829810) by Cox, James (c.1723-1800); 37.2x16.5x14 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Detail of a George III striking table clock, c. 1770 (wood, glass
491922 Detail of a George III striking table clock, c.1770 (wood, glass, & metal) (see also 491921) by Wagstaff or Wagstaffe, Thomas (1724-1802); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

George III striking table clock, c. 1770 (wood, glass, & metal) (see also 491922)
491921 George III striking table clock, c.1770 (wood, glass, & metal) (see also 491922) by Wagstaff or Wagstaffe, Thomas (1724-1802); height

Rose Window, 1866 (stained glass)
3474801 Rose Window, 1866 (stained glass) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); Church of St Mary, Ealing, UK; (add.info.: Manufactured by Morris, Marshall)

Street entertainment for children: portable bells, London (sepia photo)
STC347606 Street entertainment for children: portable bells, London (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

George III quarter chiming musical organ clock for the Turkish market, c
5890565 George III quarter chiming musical organ clock for the Turkish market, c.1790 (tortoiseshell & gilt-metal) by English School

George III musical timepiece table clock, c. 1766 (ormolu, silver & agate) (see also 1860)
829810 George III musical timepiece table clock, c.1766 (ormolu, silver & agate) (see also 1860) by Cox, James (c.1723-1800); 37.2x16.5x14 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Four Cuckoo Clocks, 1958 (screen print)
2622220 Four Cuckoo Clocks, 1958 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vintage 1950s illustration of four cuckoo clocks hanging on a wall; screen print)

George III quarter chiming musical organ clock for the Turkish market, c
5890566 George III quarter chiming musical organ clock for the Turkish market, c.1790 (tortoiseshell & gilt-metal) by English School

Messrs John Moore and Sons Clock Factory (engraving)
6010283 Messrs John Moore and Sons Clock Factory (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Messrs John Moore and Sons Clock Factory)

Children in Westminster Clock Tower, London. Also known by its nickname Big Ben. 28th May 1954

Chi Ming Tang Temple, Lotus Pond, Kaohsiung, Taiwan

John Moore & Sons Clock Factory -- Chiming Machine (above) and Plan of the Turret Clock proposed for the Royal Exchange. 1852

United Kingdom. London. The Big Ben, clock tower at the Westminster Palace. 19th century. Detail. Date: 20080327

Clock striking midday, Berne, Switzerland
People in the street, listening to the 16th century clock striking midday, in Berne, Switzerland

Warner and sons patent chiming machine
Messers J. Warner and sons patent chiming machine, by which a lad entirely unaccustomed to music may chime a whole peal.See picture 10837677 for a close up of a similar chiming machine

United Kingdom, Great Britain; England; London. Famous Big Ben clocktower, a London landmark

Mayor Santa Maria La Coronada church, Medina Sidonia, Cadiz province, Andalucia, Spain, Europe

A priest stands at the entrance to the rock-hewn church of Bet Gabriel-Rufael, in Lalibela, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ethiopia, Africa

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"Chiming Through Time: A Melodic Journey of Bells, Clocks, and Entertainment" Step back in time to the year 1854 at The Whityngton Stone in Holloway, London. Monks can be seen pulling ropes with great strength as a big bell chimes through the air, filling the surroundings with its majestic sound. Travel further back to an illuminated page from a Breviary dating back centuries ago. King David sits regally, striking a peal of five bells, each note resonating harmoniously. Fast forward to the 18th century and witness the exquisite craftsmanship of a George III musical timepiece table clock made of ormolu. Its intricate details and melodious chimes mark not only hours but also moments frozen in history. Delve deeper into this era as you explore another George III striking table clock crafted meticulously from wood, glass, and metal. Each tick-tock echoes through time while reminding us of its timeless beauty. Marvel at the stunning Rose Window created in 1866 using stained glass techniques that bring vibrant colors alive when sunlight filters through it. As if frozen music notes suspended in air, it captivates all who gaze upon it. In sepia-toned photographs capturing street entertainment for children in London's bustling streets long ago; portable bells become instruments played by talented performers enchanting young hearts with their delightful melodies. Venture into exotic markets where George III quarter chiming musical organ clocks were designed specifically for Turkish patrons. These ornate timepieces not only kept track of hours but also filled spaces with enchanting tunes that transported listeners to distant lands. Return once more to an opulent room adorned with a George III musical timepiece table clock made from ormolu silver & agate materials. Its delicate design reflects both elegance and functionality while serenading those present with its melodic symphony. Lastly, immerse yourself in contemporary art as four cuckoo clocks take center stage in a vibrant screen print from 1958.