DESCRIPTION:
Ephraim Downs, Bristol, Conn., Circa 1828, 30-hour time/strike wood movement pillar & scroll shelf clock, 2-wt
CONDITION:
refinished mahogany veneered case in nice clean condition. Top/ scrolls are original with a repair to a break at the tip of the left scroll. Front skirt is original. Feet appear to be original, but are now fastened to the base with wood screws [would have been glued only]. Tablet appears to have been repainted on the original glass/ in place. Original dial is clean with some wear to the gilt work. Movement is original to the case. Eagle hands are old. Finials are modern replacements. Ticks & strikes. Ht 29"
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$1300
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