Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Reproduction J.C. Brown Acorn Clock, c. 1974, rosewood veneer case with painted zinc dial signed "Forestville Manufact. Co., Bristol, CT, USA," green and gold border on upper glass, reverse-painted tablet reading "Residence of J.C. Brown, Esq.," flanking side ornaments and eight-day lyre-shaped movement with detached wooden fusees, and printed paper label stating "Eight Day Spring Clocks, Manufactured by J.C. Brown, Bristol, Conn.," ht. 24 in.
Estimate $800-1,200
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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J.C. Brown, United StatesJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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