Antiques & Fine Art - Sullivan, Gary R. Antiques - Wilder Dwarf A rare and important hepplewhite mahogany dwarf clock, Joshua Wilder, Hingham, Massachusetts, circa 1822. The case attributed to Abiel White, Weymouth, Massachusetts.

Home | Dealers | Sullivan, Gary R. Antiques | Wilder Dwarf A rare and important hepplewhite mahogany dwarf clock, Joshua Wilder, Hingham, Massachusetts, circa 1822. The case attributed to Abiel White, Weymouth, Massachusetts.

Wilder Dwarf A rare and important hepplewhite mahogany dwarf clock, Joshua Wilder, Hingham, Massachusetts, circa 1822. The case attributed to Abiel White, Weymouth, Massachusetts.

Artist:	Not Available
Category:	Clocks
SubType:	Clocks
Origin:	America-USA
Era:	19th Century
Height:	50.75 inches
Height Note:	Height includes center finial
Width:	11.625 inches
Depth:	5.875 inches



This very fine clock is an example of the rare diminutive “dwarf” case clocks produced in the Southeastern Massachusetts area. These clocks appear in a variety of styles, this example is the most refined version in a sophisticated Hepplewhite mahogany case. The bulk of American dwarf clocks were produced in Plymouth county by the influential Bailey family of clockmakers or by the apprentices they trained. Joshua Wilder (1786-1860) was a primary member of this influential group of Quaker clockmakers from Hingham. The clock is configured with a rare time and strike movement, which is considered an important and desirable feature. The clock is also accompanied by a provenance from the J. Insley Blair collection, lending this rare clock an impeccable pedigree.

Antiques and Fine Art is the leading site for antique collectors, designers, and enthusiasts of art and antiques. Featuring outstanding inventory for sale from top antiques & art dealers, educational articles on fine and decorative arts, and a calendar listing upcoming antiques shows and fairs.