Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
F&A Harwood Double Fusee Bracket Clock, London, mid to late 19th century, serpentine mahogany case with pierced brass side sound vents, cast brass bail handles, foliate designed hinged bezel with domed glass, resting on four short squat bun feet, arch-top eight-day time and strike brass movement, with ringed posts, recoil escapement, and pull repeat, engraved "F&A Harwood/London," regulated by a brass pendulum with regulating nut, ht. 13 in.
Estimate $300-500
original repainted dial with India ink inscriptions on back plate, probably repair dates (18-9-1890)
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Keywords
LondonStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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