Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Martin Cheney Wood-front Patent Timepiece or "Banjo" Clock, Windsor, Vermont, c. 1805, mahogany veneered case with carved wood finial and plinth over the painted iron roman numeral dial marked "M. Cheney, Windsor Vermont," carved wood side ornaments, wood panels in throat and lower door, eight-day time-only movement with recoil escapement powered by a lead weight and regulated by a pendulum, ht. 34 in.
Estimate $4,000-6,000
Dial relined. Throat originally held by two screws now held by four.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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Martin Cheney Wood-front, WindsorJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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