Lot 883
  • 883

Very Fine Classical Stenciled Mahogany and Églomisé-Paneled Patent Timepiece, Simon Willard and Sons, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1815

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • Mahogany
  • Height 33 1/8 in. by Width 10 in. by Depth 4 in.
With a gilded acorn finial, enameled iron dial, stenciled frames and an eight day movement, no. 4327; appears to retain the original églomisé panels, weights and pendulums.

Provenance

Peter Sawyer, Exeter, New Hampshire.

Condition

Overall fine condition. The door is stamped 1020. The case showing wear commensurate with age and use. The tapered reverse painted glass panel has a horizontal crack with associated overpainting. The pin that holds the hands is lacking and it is currently held by a thin wire.
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