Longcase clock made by John Lacy

This clock was painted in England but imitating both designs and material from China, reflecting a moment in the history of the world when trade was expanding between Europe and the Far East. The Chinese style became very fashionable in Britain although the genuine goods were very expensive. British firms began to make a wide variety of cheaper products in different materials. The case of this clock is made to look like Chinese lacquerwork and is decorated with Chinese style figures, pagodas and boats. But, the face of the clock is in a European style showing how trade brought about a new blending of styles and cultures.