17th and 18th century clocks by Daniel Quare

Daniel Quare (1648–1724) was an English clockmaker and inventor known for his contributions to the development of precision timekeeping instruments during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He was born in Somerset, England, in 1648, but little is known about his early life and education. Quare established himself as a skilled clockmaker in London, gaining a reputation for his craftsmanship and innovative designs. He became a member of the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers in 1671.

Quare is known for several significant inventions and improvements in clockmaking. One of his notable contributions was the invention of the repeating watch, a timepiece that could audibly chime the time when a button was pressed. He also developed precision regulator clocks, which were highly accurate timekeeping devices. These clocks played a crucial role in establishing standards for timekeeping, particularly for other clockmakers. In the late 17th century, Quare formed a partnership with more... fellow clockmaker Stephen Horseman, producing high-quality clocks and watches.

Quare gained recognition for his work and received royal appointments. He became the Clockmaker to King William III and later Queen Anne. less...