Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
New England Patent Timepiece or "Banjo" Clock, c. 1815, mahogany case with uniform cut head, roman numeral painted iron dial, crossbanded case frames enclosing reverse-painted tablets, T-bridge eight-day time-only movement, ht. 29 1/2 in.
Estimate $600-800
half of uniform cut head needs regluing, throat glass appears original but has many cracks that have been glued, thin mahogany lower box and throat frames, untouched dial, case needs regluing at lower box.
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.
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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