Just published, (July 2021 issue) in Clocks magazine, is my feature on Johann Ulrich.
Ulrich is of interest in genealogical terms since both his father and grandfather were watchmakers - initially in Denmark and then Germany before settling in London - but I have focused in the article on his apparent obsession with obtaining patents. It would seem that this diverted most of his attention away from the basic conduct of his business, resulting in a lifetime of relative poverty. On the other hand, his innovative expertise enabled the creation of some unusual and attractive timepieces, such as this chronometer, made while he was in partnership with Joseph Croucher:
The quality of Ulrich's work is indicated by the fact that this chronometer is in the collection of the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers.
Clocks magazine is available here.
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