DESCRIPTION:
E. F. Newton, newport, Rhode Island, banjo clock, mahogany case with gilt frames, and carved, gilt presentation bracket with acorn drop, carved gilt eagle finial, cast brass sidearms with decorative terminals, oprnate brass pendulum tie down, signed Roman numeral white painted dial, blued steel hands, brass 8 day A frame plate timepiece movement, c1830
CONDITION:
case in an old refinish, interior of head with area of relief at upper left, box frame replaced, throat frame restored, tablets repainted, bottom bracket with restoration, early carved eagle finial with repairs, dial with crazing and minor inpainting, hands replaced, movement ticks, weight replaced, Ht 43 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$1400
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