Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
"Abiel Chandler" Carved Mahogany Lyre Clock, Concord, New Hampshire, c. 1830, acanthus leaf carved bezel and convex glass over the 7 1/2-in. roman numeral painted iron dial marked A. Chandler Concord, lyre-form carved midsection and lower box with looking glass panels, eight-day time-only movement with half cutout plates, ht. 38 in.
Estimate $600-800
movement appears to be period, later dial with repaint including signature, case made up of later elements, lacking pendulum bob
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Keywords
Chandler ConcordChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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