This lot comprises two mid-century British timepieces manufactured by Smiths. The first item is a mechanical 8-day mantel clock featuring a circular chrome-plated metal case mounted on a stepped base. The silvered dial is designed with a central brushed disc and an outer chapter ring displaying black Roman numerals. The clock is fitted with black baton hands, including a minute hand with a decorative openwork tip. The dial is printed SMITHS 8 DAY. The second item is an industrial or darkroom seconds timer by Smiths English Clock Systems. It is housed in a cast metal case with integral feet and a cream-painted finish. The circular cream dial features a 60-second scale with black Arabic numerals at five-second intervals, a black main hand, and a red secondary hand. The dial is inscribed SMITHS ENGLISH CLOCK SYSTEMS, SECONDS, and MADE IN ENGLAND.
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