| OLD TIMERS Timepieces and clocks through the ages, ending with the modern clock of the Shell Building. | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 6921 |
| Catalog #: | 502079 | |
| Clip Number: | 502079-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | PSP 825 | |
| Timecode: | 01:42:19 - 01:43:58 | |
| Location: | London | |
| Year Shot: | 1934 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | Yes | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | CLOCKS: Misc LOCATIONS/EUROPE: UK, England, London | |
| Description: | '"Old Timers" with the kind permission of The Science Museum, S Kensington & the Worshipful Company of Watchmakers. From the dawn of civilisation, time has always worried man (and sometimes woman, too!). Here are some ancient and modern examples of time-keepers.' London. Various shots of different timepieces, including a water clock, a candle with hours marked on the side, a sand glass, a sinking bowl water clock, and several ornate clocks. M/S of the Shell Building in London, seen from the Embankment. Closer shot of the modern clock at the top of the building - still going strong today! | |
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