08-14-201108-14-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
August 14, 2011 10:00 AMCalender
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Federal Mahogany and Gilt-gesso Patent Timepiece

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$1,541$1,300
Auction: American Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2558MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: August 14, 2011 10:00AM

Description:

Federal Mahogany and Gilt-gesso Patent Timepiece, Lemuel Curtis, Concord, Massachusetts, c. 1815, the tablet showing "The Constitution's Escape from the British Squadron," (repainted dial, restored),ht. 32 1/2 in.

Note: Interior of throat with watchpaper reading "Joshua Wilder Watch & Clock Maker, South Parish, Hingham."
Estimate $800-1,200

Keywords

British Squadron, Lemuel Curtis, Massachusetts