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A Classical stencil decorated patent time piece, probably Simon Willard & Son, Roxbury, Massachusetts for retailer John J. Low & Co., Boston, Circa 1828.
A Classical stencil decorated patent time piece, probably Simon Willard & Son, Roxbury, Massachusetts for retailer John J. Low & Co., Boston, Circa 1828. SOLD
This handsome example of a Willard patent time piece, exhibits the highest quality stencil decorated frames in immaculate original condition. Very few examples of unaltered stenciled clocks remain. The stencil decoration consists of repeating border of stylized oak leaves and small crescent devices. The reverse painted lower tablet has a wonderfully detailed woodland scene, depicting a manor house...
A wonderful Sheraton carved mahogany server, Salem, Massachusetts, circa 1815-20.
A wonderful Sheraton carved mahogany server, Salem, Massachusetts, circa 1815-20.
This nicely proportioned server in a desirable size features a shaped top with a ribbed molded edge above four out-set legs, each having fine foliate carvings with punch work background. These carvings are features commonly associated with the shop of Salem cabinet maker, William Hook. The reeded and ring turned legs flank a set of two short drawers above a pair of bottle drawers and cabinet doors...
A rare and important musical tall case clock, by William J. Leslie, Trenton, New Jersey, circa 1795-1800.
A rare and important musical tall case clock, by William J. Leslie, Trenton, New Jersey, circa 1795-1800. SOLD
This fine mahogany and inlaid tall case clock is fitted with a very rare musical movement, a feature found on only a handful of American clocks. The brass eight-day musical movement is distinguished from almost all others by playing eight separate tunes, an exceedingly rare and important feature. The case retains a warm old surface with a pleasing mellow finish and the hood is fitted with original...
Cary A fine Hepplewhite tall case clock with Rocking Ship dial. by James Cary Jr. Brunswick, Maine, circa 1815
Cary A fine Hepplewhite tall case clock with Rocking Ship dial. by James Cary Jr. Brunswick, Maine, circa 1815
This handsome example is the foremost example from this prominent Maine clock maker, exhibiting pleasing proportions and a very desirable animated rocking ship dial. The ship, which is a frigate flying an American flag, is set against a concave background painted with a rare tropical harbor sunset view, including palm trees and a cliff-side fort. The dial is elegantly signed below the calendar ape...
A Concord type patent time piece with fine reverse painted panels, attributed to Daniel Munroe, Concord, Massachusetts, circa 1815
A Concord type patent time piece with fine reverse painted panels, attributed to Daniel Munroe, Concord, Massachusetts, circa 1815
This unsigned example with gilt rope moldings and painted iron dial, has a butterfly bridge and Concord style scrolled pendulum tie down which are clear indications of area of manufacture. The brass side arms have oval lozenge shaped spacers, rather than the traditional diamond shape, which are associated with Munroe. The throat glass with gilt scrolls and inscription "Patent" is above a finely pa...
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