Museum ID: WNDRB : 146.52
This is a record of the lost portrait of John Davis (1650-1713), clockmaker of Windsor. Mr Davis was held in such high esteem as a clockmaker that he was asked to build a clock for the Curfew Tower at Windsor Castle in 1689. Interestingly, the clock used to play a little tune (‘St. David’s’) every three hours, before the bells would resoundingly chime. As well as clocks, Davis often turned his hand to making other scientific instruments, such as the museum’s waywizer.Measurements: 180 x 145
Materials: Paper
Categorised under: Working Life and Trade