The Crowninshield-Waters Federal mahogany and eglomisé patent time piece,
by Simon Willard, Roxbury, Massachusetts, Circa 1807. This highly important clock is among the first generation of these patent time pieces produced by the innovative clockmaker Simon Willard [1753-1848] of Roxbury, Massachusetts.  Examples like this, with cross-banded frames and understated geometric eglomisé panels, were made in the shops of Simon Willard during the first years of his patent, after 1802. This case has mahogany and figured maple cross-banded frames around classical white and pink glasses with gilt foliate borders. The throat glass is decorated with gilt crosshatching and the lower tablet is signed "S. Willard's Patent". The glasses are all original without any flaws. The case, which retains a fine surface and patina, has a rare gilt and carved presentation bracket. The brass eight-day movement is constructed with through-bolts and a dead beat escapement with a "T" bridge. Height with finial 39"; Width 10" Provenance: The Crowninshield-Waters family, Salem, Massachusetts; Israel Sack Inc.
Inventory # 7004

An Impressive Hepplewhite Tall Case Clock, By Aaron Willard Jr. The Case Attributed to Thomas Seymour, Boston, Circa 1815-20.  This attractive tall clock case is among the finest produced in all of Boston. It houses a superlative oversized dial with a richly painted lunette portraying a detailed river landscape.  The impressive size, refined proportions, superb wood selections along with specific construction details, indicate that the case was produced in the cabinet shop of John & Thomas Seymour.  Additionally, this magnificent case bears the original label of the clockmaker Aaron Willard Jr. inside the pendulum door.  This handsome clock case with the label of a prominent Boston clockmaker and an extraordinary local dial contribute to the character of this impressive clock. Height including center finial: 105”;  Width at base: 22 ⅜”;  Depth: 10 ¼”.
Inventory # 9022

An Extremely Rare And Important Empire Gilt Bronze Mounted Orrery Clock.  Zacharie Raingo, Paris, Circa 1815.  Executed by Raingo and signed by the retailer Guiton à Paris, this horological masterpiece stands as a testament to the genius of it’s designer. The columnar case is veneered with fine amboyna burl and is finished to a high French polished surface. The main dial with Roman numerals and inner names and symbols for the days of the week is fitted with a pair of blued steel “moon” hands for the hours and a delicate pointer for the calendar indications. A compensated grid iron pendulum counts the time with great precision. The clock is surmounted by an entablature with an outer ring of gilt bronze Zodiac signs and inner silvered ring indicating the days and names of the month and the four year cycle. The orrery is of four year duration consisting of rotating spheres representing the sun, earth and moon, with an ivory handle below for manual operation. A simple glass dome (an addition) protects the planetarium portion. Height: 27 ½” Diameter: 14".
Inventory # 9037

The Rockwood Family Federal mahogany tall case clock By William Cummens, Roxbury, Massachusetts, circa 1811. This exceptional antique tall case clock is accompanied by a single family provenance originating in 1811.  The clock descended directly in the Rockwood family until being acquire from the family recently.  This handsome clock case retains a rich old surface that is likely the original finish.  Tall case clocks with surfaces in this condition are exceedingly rare and highly prized by collectors.  The case form is a fine example of the formal Roxbury case clocks being produced  in Boston during the first decade of the 19th Century. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including center finial 92 ¾”; Width 20 ⅛" Depth 9 ½".
Inventory # 8035

A rare musical bracket clock with animation, by David Evans, London, England, circa 1785. fine Federal shelf clock", This fine mahogany bracket clock has a molded case with stop fluted pilasters. The wonderful eight day movement with engraved back plate, has a selector for melody on eight bells and/or a mechanical cuckoo with bellows. The dial has a lunette painted with a lakeside red barn and an animated door that opens as a carved wood song bird emerges. The composite dial has an enamel clock face with applied gilt Rococo spandrels and is signed "Higgs y / Diego Evans / Londres". Like other clock makers of his time, David Evans and his partner Peter Higgs [Pedro] produced clocks for foreign markets. This example was produced for the Spanish market as evidenced by the Spanish wording on the dial and selectors. Height: 241/2" ; Depth at base: 10 1/4"; Width at base: 15 9/16".
Inventory # 7023

A magnificent Chippendale walnut musical tall case clock by John Eberman Jr. Lancaster, Pennsylvania, circa 1790This impressive clock is among the foremost examples ever produced in Lancaster County.  The clock case, which exhibits dramatic scale and proportions, houses a rare five tune musical movement played on thirteen bells.  The clock was produced by John Eberman Junior [1749-1835] and is accompanied by a provenance indicating that it was either the clockmakers personal clock or one given to his daughter. The hood has an elaborate scrolled pediment with foliate rosettes, turned wood finials and a Chinese Chippendale style molding.  The dial, which has corner spandrels decorated with the four seasons, is elaborately signed with the clock makers name "John Eberman / Lancaster". The case retains a dry historic surface overall. Height including finial 105" Width 24 ¼” Depth 14”.
Inventory # 8060

A very rare and important Federal painted, stenciled & eglomisé bride’s model Massachusetts shelf clock, by Ezekiel Jones, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1820. The attractive shelf clocks of this form were popularized in the 1820's in Boston and are subsequently referred to as “Massachusetts shelf clocks”.  This highly decorated example is classified as a “Bride’s” model and is among an elite group of only six documented examples to share these qualities.  Bride’s models are typically highly ornamented with gilding, ormolu mounts, elaborate eglomisé panels, stenciling and most importantly a white painted case.  This example, by the rare Boston clockmaker Ezekiel Jones [1788-1826], exhibits all of these traits and is arguably preserved in the best original condition.  The glass tablet is signed below the dial with the clockmaker’s name in a red oval cartouche “Ezekiel Jones / Boston”. The lower a detailed polychrome bucolic scene depicting a lakeside view with a cottage and a shepherd at center leaning against a tree.  Height with finial: 35 ¾”, Width at base: 13 ¼”  Depth: 6 ½”.
Inventory # 9010

A very fine and important mahogany tall case clock, by John Bailey, II. Hanover, Mass, circa 1820. This impressive antique tall case clock is among the most refined examples from the South shore area of Massachusetts. The case which retains a wonderful old surface, has superb proportions and understated details. The delicate fret, reeded chimneys and columns frame a finely painted moon phase dial in amazing original condition, signed "John Bailey / HANOVER". The case is decorated with vibrant mahogany panels with cross-banded edges.. The clock rests upon extraordinary flared French feet with a shaped apron. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including finial 99 "; Width 20 1/4" Depth 10 1/8".
Inventory # 7049

An early "Massachusetts Shelf Clock" in a fine Hepplewhite case, by Elnathan Taber, Roxbury, Massachusetts, circa 1800.  This shelf clock is a successful American form referred to as a “Massachusetts shelf clock” which was popularized by the Willard clock making shops.  Elnathan Taber active in Roxbury from 1789-1854 was a successful apprentice of the renown Simon Willard. The clock features an early kidney shaped iron dial with beatle and poker hands. The lower tablet has floral decorations on a deep maroon ground centering a diamond, signed in block lettering with the makers name "E. TABER". The dial is also signed on the reverse by the dial painter "Taber's". The base section has a barber-pole inlaid perimeter around a vibrant panel of figured mahogany within a broad cross banded border with ovolo corners. The case rests on ogee bracket feet. 32 3/4”;  Width  13 ½”;  Depth 6”. Inventory # 9006

A very rare Chippendale cherry tall case clock from the partnership of Whiting & Marquand, Fairfield, Connecticut, dating to 1787. This attractive clock was produced during the very brief partnership of Gamaliel Bradford Whiting and Isaac Marquand. Two other clocks from this partnership are known, one is in the Garvan collection at Yale University, this clock makes a third documented example. The cherry case has a pleasing color and a regional splat form fret. The silvered two-part sheet brass dial is beautifully engraved with garland and floral spandrels. The dial is engraved with the maker's name and locale within a floral garland in the lunette "Whiting & Marquand / Fairfield". The waist has reeded and canted sides and rests on ogee bracket feet with double returns. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including finial 96" Width 21 Depth 10"
Inventory # 9019

An Important Federal eglomisé presentation patent timepiece with rare thermometer,  Lemuel Curtis, Concord, Massachusetts, circa 1815.  This important patent timepiece, which has superb reverse painted glasses, is fitted with a rare thermometer in the throat panel. Thermometers, which added to the cost of the clocks, were found on the finest examples that were appointed with superior glasses and giltwood frames.  The dial has Arabic numerals and is signed “Warranted by Lemuel Curtis”  The base panel has a blue painted ground with a foliate and blossom border, centering an elaborate polychrome depiction of a naval engagement. The view which depicts an American and British war ship in open battle is titled at the base in gilt block lettering "United States & Macedonian".  Height with finial 41 1/2"; Width 10"
Inventory # 9045

A highly important Chippendale tall case clock by Simon Willard, Roxbury, Massachusetts, circa 1790. The case attributed to Stephen Badlam, Dorchester.  This high style Chippendale tall case clock is one of the finest examples produced by the renown Roxbury clockmaker Simon Willard.  The case, which has a rich color and a wonderful surface, has a form and layout typical of the cabinet shop of Stephen Badlam of Dorchester, Massachusetts.  Several similar cases bear the mark of Stephen Badlam or his apprentices, this clock bears the incised initials “IC” for the Badlam apprentice Joseph Crehore.  The dial is wonderfully signed “Simo Willard”.  The style of the characters and specific lettering in the signature are attributed to Boston calligrapher and painter John Minot. Height including finial 107 "; Width 21” Depth 10”.
Inventory # 9040

A wonderfully inlaid Hepplewhite tall case clock with vibrant bird's-eye maple details, Frederick Wingate, Augusta, Maine, circa 1810.The exuberant usage of bird's-eye maple in this nicely proportioned case make this an exceptional regional example. The case has solid bird's-eye fret and chimneys as well as colonnettes on the hood and quarter columns on the waist. The dial door and pendulum door have veneers of bird's-eye maple. The dial has a wonderfully painted lunette with a detailed lakeside landscape with a stone cottage and figures on a path. The Boston mae dial is signed, numbered and date below the calendar window, "F. Wingate / Augusta / No. 53 1810". The case has a mahogany cross-banded base and rests on French feet. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including finial 99"; Width 20 ½” Depth 10”.
Inventory # 9016

A very fine Hepplewhite tall case clock bearing the stencil of cabinet maker "J.B. Sylvester, Coxsackie, New York, circa 1805-10. This handsome antique tall clock features choice mahogany veneers and elaborate light wood inlays. The painted iron dial has a moon phase lunette. The highly inlaid case rest upon flared French feet and a delicately shaped skirt. The backboard bears the stencil of the cabinetmaker along with a chalk inscription of his location "Coxsackie" [Joseph Burnall Sylvester, January 26,1781, Scituate MA, Married January 20, 1806 in Coxsacki,Died October 24, 1841 in Isle La Motte VT] both are illustrated below. A related chest of drawers bearing the same stencil belongs to the New York State Museum and is illustrated in “New York Furniture: The Federal Period 1788-1825” John L. Scherer, 1988. Page 14. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including finial: 104 3/4" Width: 19 3/4".
Inventory # 7012

An attractive bird's-eye inlaid Hepplewhite tall case clock by Frederick Wingate, Augusta, Maine, circa 1815. This terrific regional case has a distinctive lattice work fret and rich panels of bird's-eye maple in the door and plinths below the turned quarter columns. The dial, which is of Boston origins, has vibrant polychrome fan form spandrels and a classical urn in the lunette. The dial is signed and numbered in old English calligraphy below the calendar window, "F. Wingate / Augusta / No. 264". The case which has a mellow patina has a mahogany cross-banded base and rests on French feet with a shaped apron. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including finial 92 1/2" Width 19 5/8” Depth 10”.
Inventory # 8044

A rare Classical box-lyre banjo clock with alarm, attributed to Abiel Chandler of Concord New Hampshire, circa 1825-1830.This clock, which is in an exceptional state of preservation, is fitted with the extremely rare combination of a time and strike train along with an alarm mechanism.  The clock has a carved wood final, a turned wood bezel and an elaborate foliate throat frame.  The throat glass and lower panel are decorated with a similar motif depicting an American eagle above two cornucopiae and a patriotic shield. Height with finial 41 1/2" Width 10 1/2” Depth 4”.
Inventory # 9042

A wonderful cherry wood Hepplewhite tall case clock, signed by the case maker "PittWait / Cabinet & Chairmaker", with works attributed to Luther Smith, Keene, New Hampshire, circa 1815. This nicely proportioned case has a mellow surface with a rich old color and features subtle line inlaid borders and diamonds in the door and base panel. The interior of the backboard is boldly signed with elaborate chalk letters "PittWait / Cabinet & Chairmaker". The painted iron dial has richly painted corner spandrels with large rose blossoms and the lunette has a detailed woodland scene of a hunting dog flushing a hare from cover. The brass eight day movement has distinctive characteristics, closely associate it with the work of clockmaker Luther Smith of Keene, New Hampshire. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including finial 90" Width 19 3/4” Depth 9 1/2”.
Inventory # 9023

A rare folk art tiger maple and whale bone miniature tall case clock. The movement  signed by Charles W. Hurll, New Bedford,  Massachusetts, circa 1850-70. This miniature clock is a wonderful folk art whimsy carved to resemble an American Chippendale tall case clock.  The vision of the miniature is carried forward by the detailed diminutive dial and weight driven movement.   The working brass movement, which is boldly signed on the back, was crafted by the New Bedford watchmaker, Charles W. Hurll (active 1850-1890).  Height to center finial: 19”; Width 6”; Depth 4 ¼”
Inventory # 9006

A rare Federal mahogany shelf clock, by Walter Cornell, Newport, Rhode Island, circa 1810-15. This fine "Massachusetts" type shelf clock is one of only two known examples by this Newport clock maker. The molded flat top is mounted with three reeded chimneys with urn form brass finals above a kidney shaped dial door. The painted kidney dial is signed within a gilt laurel wreath "Walter Cornell / Newport". The paneled base has a richly grained mahogany veneer above flared French feet and a shaped skirt. Height including finial: 34¼"; Width: 12¾ "; Depth: 6 5/8".
Inventory # 7010

A handsome French classical mahogany and ormolu mounted shelf clock, by Lépine, Paris, third quarter of the 19th Century. This clock exhibits the immaculate classical proportions of the French Empire period. The case which represents a classical edifice has vibrant mahogany veneer panels on the cornice and stepped base. The columns have gilt ormolu capitals and bases. The capitals are fashioned in the Corinthian manner. The molded and engine-turned ormolu bezel surrounds an enamel dial signed "Lépine / Place des Victories 2". The time and strike fuse movement has a bi-metal pendulum with brass and enamel bob. The gilding on all the ormolu is in amazing original condition. Height 22 1/4" Width 11 5/8” Depth 6 7/8”. Inventory # 9001

A rare Rhode Island mahogany tall case clock, by Walter Cornell, Newport, circa 1800. This case which features wonderfully figured mahogany and a mellow old surface, is in an agreeable small size. The arched pediment, paneled base and distinctive ogee feet are typical Newport characteristics. The handsomely painted dial, which features floral spandrels and a classical gilt urn in the lunette, is inscribed on the back "Walter Cornell". Cornell signed many of his clock dials in this fashion. Height: 84 1/2" Width: 20". Depth 9 7/8"
Inventory # 8005

A Classical stencil decorated patent time piece, probably Simon Willard & Son, Roxbury, Massachusetts for retailer John J. Low & Co., Boston, Circa 1828. 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 on the banks of a river with figures in a sailboat. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height with finial: 33 3/4"; Width 10"; Depth 3 7/8".
Inventory # 7042

An important Chippendale mahogany tall case clock, By Gawen Brown, Boston, Massachusetts, Circa 1760.   This very rare walnut tall case clock retains a wonderful historic surface with rich a brown color.  The molded hood has an original raised sarcophagus top, mounted with a central plinth and a wonderfully engraved composite brass dial with pierced Rococo corner spandrels and moon phase disk. The moon disk has engraved moon faces opposite fields of gold painted stars on a blue background.  The moon disk is bordered with scrolled hemispheres at the base and at the top with an engraved silver arch decorated with a linked chain motif.  The dial is handsomely signed on three lines with the makers name and address in an arched cartouche below the center arbor; "Gawen Brown  /  Brattle St.  /  Boston". The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height to center finial: 92”; Width 21 1/8”; Depth 10 1/2”.
Inventory # 9021

A rare South Eastern Massachusetts patent time piece, attributed to Reuben Tower, Hingham, circa 1830. This example with round mahogany frames, features a lower glass decorated with a bucolic scene of a shepherdess leading sheep through a gate. Patent time pieces of this form are rare from this region and exhibit a number of distinguishing characteristics. Most easily noticed are the distinct side arms with rectangular bar dividers. A similar example can be found in Paul Foley's "Willard's ", page 85. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height overall: 32 5/8".
Inventory # 7035

A rare tall case clock made by John Osgood, Haverhill, New Hampshire, circa 1800. The eight day brass movement is engraved # 18 and has a painted dial with moon phase and a calendar aperture. The Roxbury type case with a tombstone door above a base panel with an inlaid oval fan is raised on ogee bracket feet. The case retains an exceptional old surface, possibly made by Dudley Carleton.
Illustrated in, Early American Clocks; Don Maust, E.G Warman Publishing Co, 1971 Page 18. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including finial: 102" Width: 20 1/2".
Inventory # 1016

A very fine mahogany tall case clock, by Joshua Wilder, Hingham, Mass, 1822. This attractive tall case clock, which retains an amazing early surface with a mellow patina, is accompanied by the original bill of sale signed by Joshua Wilder. The bill of sale which includes set up instructions states a value of "Sixty dollars five percent discount for cash / Hingham 9th Mo 2day 1822". The subtle details of the smooth columns are set in contrast against the dynamic inlay and cross banding of the vibrant mahogany case. The painted dial, which is of Boston origins, features wonderful polychrome fan spandrels and is signed "Warranted by J. Wilder/ HINGHAM. The case rests upon flared French feet with a double scrolled apron. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including center finial 93 1/2"; Width 20 5/8" Depth 10 1/4".
Inventory # 7050

A very rare and important Federal mahogany diamond head time piece, By Daniel Munroe & Co . Concord, Massachusetts, circa 1800-1804 This rare time piece is one of only four known examples to be produced by the noted Munroe family of Concord. The others are found in The Concord Museum and Old Sturbridge Village collections.  This example is the only one produced during the partnership of the Munroe brothers 1798-1806. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Dimensions:  Height 41 ¾”Width 11 ½” Depth 4"".
Inventory # 8048

A rare and important stenciled lighthouse clock with porcelain dial, by Simon Willard, Roxbury, Mass. Circa 1822-24. The brass movement with rare original alarm mechanism is housed under a blown glass dome. The clock retains its original black painted surface and gilt stenciling. The tapered column, with gilt capital and base, is decorated with a Greek key border. The lower section is decorated on three sides with a wreath of oak leaves and acorns, all supported by brass ball feet. The porcelain dial is inscribed "Simon / Willard". The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Width: 8 3/4", Depth 8 1/8".
Inventory # 6008

A fine Hepplewhite mahogany tall case clock , New Jersey, circa 1815. This attractive grandfather clock features a vibrant figured mahogany veneered case with a pleasing surface. The dial has wonderfully painted spandrels in the form of baskets of fruit. The dial also has a detailed moon phase disk in the lunette that depicts a sailing ship flying an American flag. The eight day brass movement is not signed but the clock exhibits all the superb qualities of New Jersey Hepplewhite tall clocks. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including center finial 96 1/2" Width: 19 1/4".
Inventory # 6005

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 painted lower glass depicting five naval ships on calm seas. The panel has gilt leaf and palmette border and is titled in a red banner "The Constitution's Escape"* . Height overall: 33 1/2". *The image depicts the engagement of the HMS Belvidera, HMS Gurriere, HMS Aeolus, HMS Shannon and the USS Constitution. In July of 1812 the USS Constitution. sailed into the midst of the British squadron off the coast of New Jersey. For three perilous days from July 17-19th the Constitution outmaneuvered her foes narrowly escaping.
Inventory # 6017

Important lighthouse clock with porcelain dial, made by Simon Willard and Son, circa 1823-25. The brass movement are housed beneath a shaped blown glass dome. The case, with figured mahogany veneer and ormolu decoration is raised on brass ball feet.

Inventory # 1004

An extremely rare mahogany tall case clock, by Reuben Tower, Hingham, Mass, circa 1820. This wonderful tall clock is the only known example of a tall case clock by this prolific Quaker clock maker, renown for making dwarf clocks. The case, which, is in wonderful original condition with a pleasing old surface and delicate regional fret, is attributed to Weymouth cabinetmaker Abiel White. The iron dial is a terrific Boston example with a beautifully detailed lakeside cottage scene in the lunette and signed below the center arbor "Reuben Tower / HINGHAM. The clock has a vibrantly figured mahogany case resting upon delicate bracket feet. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including center finial 95 1/4"; Width 19 1/4"; Depth 8 3/4".
Inventory # 7051

A very fine mahogany Roxbury case tall clock, by Aaron Willard, Junior, circa 1820. This Roxbury case has a wonderfully delicate fretwork and a warm old finish. The Boston manufactured dial, which features a Classical urn in the lunette and radiant sun spandrels, is signed below the center arbor "Aaron Willard Jr / BOSTON." The richly grained door is flanked by reeded quarter columns above a similar base panel with a shaped apron and flared French feet. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including center finial 97", "Width: 20 1/2". Depth 9 7/8"
Inventory # 7016

A rare and early cherry case tall clock, by James Perrigo, Wrentham, Massachusetts, circa 1800. This cherry case clock is a successful provincial interpretation of an early Roxbury form with handsome proportions and an early bracket foot. The dial which is manufactured and painted in Boston, features a foliate and floral decorated lunette and floral blossoms in each spandrel. The dial is signed below the center arbor "J. Perrigo". The clock is in a wonderful state of originality with a pleasing old patina. Height including center finial. 95 ½"; Width 20 ½" Depth ½".
Inventory # 7033

A rare tall case clock, by Samuel Ranlet, Monmouth, Maine, circa 1815. This case clock is in wonderful original condition with a red washed birch surface. The case in many ways is provincial but features high style features like brass capitals and bases on both the hood and quarter columns. The dial which is manufactured and painted in Boston, is vibrantly decorated with an oval medallion in the lunette and wonderful geometric spandrels. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including center finial 92 1/4"; Width 19" Depth 9½".
Inventory # 7034

An exceptional labeled mahogany tall case clock by Aaron Willard Junior, Boston, circa 1805. This terrific example of a formal Roxbury grandfather clock features choice inlays and the finest figured mahogany all in a diminutive size, at less than seven and a half feet. This case is one of only three examples to bear Aaron Junior's personal label, all other labels are his father's, altered with a hand written "Junior". This beautifully executed case has a white painted dial mat with gilt piping, which identifies it as a brides model. This mat frames a wonderfully painted dial with a detailed moon phase disk. The dial is dramatically signed below the center arbor "Aaron Willard Junr / Boston". Height including finial 88" Width: 20". Depth 9 7/8".
Inventory # 8008

A highly important Roxbury case tall clock, by William Cummens, Roxbury, circa 1810.- The case attributed to Thomas Seymour. This fine tall case clock is an example of the Roxbury case clock in it's most refined form. The impressive size, agreeable proportions, superb wood selections and precise quality of construction, confirm that the case was produced in the Seymour cabinet shops. The dial door is cross banded with an inlaid "barber-pole" edge and a conforming geometric inner border. This door opens to a finely painted fourteen inch iron dial of Boston origin, framed by a light blue painted dial mat. The dial features a lunette decorated with the image of three sailing ships on a stormy sea within a beaded gilt border. . The dial is signed below the center arbor, "Warranted by / Wm. Cummens". Illustrated: "Simon Willard and His Clock" by John Ware Willard (printed 1911). Page 101, plate 34. Height including center finial 105 ½"; Width 22" Depth 10 ¼".
Inventory # 7028

A rare and important dwarf clock Joshua Wilder, Hingham, Massachusetts, circa 1819. The clock case attributed to Abiel White, Weymouth, Massachusetts. This highly important clock has a diminutive mahogany one piece case, proportioned to represent the form of a tall case clock. This form is often referred to as a grandmother clock. The finely painted iron dial, manufactured in Boston, features a lunette decorated with a song bird perched upon a floral sprig. The dial is singed below the center arbor, "Joshua. Wilder / Hingham ". The brass eight day movement is a full striking example, sounding the number of each hour, a very rare feature in dwarf clocks. The case is constructed with a removable one piece pine backboard. Height including center finial 48 ¼", Width 11 ½", Depth 5
Inventory # 8001

A very rare striking mirror clock by Leonard W. Noyes, Nashua, New Hampshire, circa 1830. The fine antique clock is in wonderful pristine condition and has a mellow patina to the gilt gesso frames. The split column frame holds the original mirrored tablet and the gilt and foliate reverse painted dial panel. The dial is decorated with Roman numerals and has a terrific signature that reads, "Warranted by / L.W. Noyes". The brass movement has the rare feature of a full striking mechanism. This is the only known example of a striking timepiece by Leonard Noyes. This clock is illustrated in, "New Hampshire Clocks & Clockmakers"; Charles Parson, 1976, pg 234. Height 29 3/4", Width: 14 3/4", Depth 4 3/4".
Inventory # 8002

An important mahogany "Alarum" lighthouse clock, made by Simon Willard, Roxbury, Mass. Circa 1820-25. The fine brass movement with painted dial and an original alarm mechanism is visible through the blown glass dome with shaped knob. The dial face retains a painted alarm disk for setting the time of the alarm, a component which rarely survives with the clock. The mahogany veneered clock case retains a wonderful old surface, including four ball form feet. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height 28 3/4", Width: 9 3/4".
Inventory # 7002

A masterpiece Chippendale mahogany tall case clock, by Gawen Brown, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1760 This very rare mahogany antique tall case clock by Gawen Brown (active 1750-1776) retains a wonderful warm old surface. Both the pagoda top and molding are set with carved and gilded, pierced blind fretwork with fabric backing. This type of three dimensional carving on blind fretwork is an extremely rare feature and appears to retain it's original gilt surface. This door with gilt inner molding, opens to a finely engraved composite brass dial, which features a lunette with an engraved boss signed "Gawen / Brown / Boston". The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including center finial 99". Width 21". Depth 11 1/8"
Inventory # 7024

An important mahogany tall case clock by Aaron Willard, Boston, circa 1800. This classic example of a formal Roxbury case features brass stop fluted columns and ogee bracket feet. The painted iron dial which has a moon phase in the lunette, is attributed to the Boston dial painting partnership of Willard & Nolan (Aaron Willard & Spencer Nolen). The dial is signed on either side of the center arbor "Aaron Willard". The precision brass eight day movement is distinguished by having both a dead beat escapement and maintaining power. These very rare features in addition to the fine old surface and exceptional original condition make this an important example of an Aaron Willard tall clock. Height including center finial 96" Width 20 1/4".
Inventory # 7009

A fine Federal mahogany shelf clock, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1810. This attractive"Massachusetts" shelf clock has a bell and fret crest above a distinctive lunette inlaid cornice. This lunette inlay is a pattern that is closely associated with the work of noted Boston cabinetmakers, John & Thomas Seymour. The painted kidney dial has a fine urn and garland decoration. The base has a highly figured mahogany panel with a rosewood cross-banded border above a shaped apron and flared French feet. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including finial: 42"; Width: 12 7/8"; Depth: 5 3/4".
Inventory # 7026

A rare and important dwarf clock, by Joshua Wilder, Hingham, Massachusetts. The case attributed to Henry Willard, Boston, circa 1824-30 This highly important clock has a diminutive mahogany case, proportioned to represent the form of a tall case clock from the workshops of Roxbury, Massachusetts. The dial is signed below the center arbor, "Warranted / by J. Wilder / Hingham ". The case features superior mahogany veneers, the door and lower case each with a vibrantly figured center mahogany panel. The case terminates with a pillow molding atop a distinctive pair of gilt brass classical paw form front feet and turned rear feet. The clock case is marked in three places with the incised number "600" a technique which is closely identified with the cabinet making shop of Henry Willard. This clock has a mate with identical veneers and a dial signed by Wilder's workman Martial Shearman. It is illustrated in Fine Points Of Furniture, Early American by Albert Sack, page 129. Height including center finial 48 1/4", Width 12", Depth 6".
Inventory # 7008

A superlative first generation Simon Willard patent time piece, Roxbury circa 1805-08. This finest example is in spectacular original condition with untouched glasses and dial. The cross banded mahogany and rosewood frames surround eglomisé glass panels decorated with gilt foliate borders with white and pink grounds. The throat glass features a graduated foliate and berry garland. The marvelous lower glass has a similar border around a spread-wing American eagle suspending a shield from it's beak. This shield which has gilt cross hatching and a black border serves as an oculus. The panel is signed at each side of the shield, "S. Willard's / Patent". The clock terminates in a reeded gilt drop bracket with an acorn drop. The clock is fitted with an original gilt brass spread-wing eagle. Height overall: 31 1/8".
Inventory # 7011

A distinctive Sheraton dwarf clock, by John Gains, Portsmouth, New Hampshire circa 1825. This extraordinary dwarf clock is an important example not only for the success of the distinct form and proportions but it is the singular known example from this rare Portsmouth clockmaker. The mahogany case features a cross-banded dial door and a book matched lower panel. The kidney shaped dial is signed within a gilt flourish, "John Gains, / Portsmouth / N-H". Four vase form finals rest atop turned and reeded legs. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including center finial: 42".
Inventory # 6033

A rare mahogany Grafton Wall Clock, by Simon Willard, circa 1785. This rare early form is among the rarest of antique clocks from America. Produced in Grafton, Massachusetts, it is shaped to emulate a bracket clock resting upon a shelf or plinth. The brass thirty hour movement has a passing strike with silvered bell and comma form hammer. A decorative rope bezel surrounds the dial which is inscribed by the maker "Simon Willard" Above the center arbor is inscribed a motto "Ab Hoc Momento Pendant AEternitus", which translates "On this moment hangs eternity" Height" 25 ½”, Width: 8 ¾", Diameter of dial 5”
Provenance: Collection of Mr. G. Winthrop Brown Illustrated"Colonial Furniture in America", Volume II; Luke Vincent Lockwood, 1926. Page 292, Figure 856 -"The Clock Book" Wallace Nutting;, Figure 24 - "The Book of American Cocks", Brooks Palmer, 1979, Figure 106
Inventory # 6020

A very fine mahogany Roxbury case tall clock, by Aaron Willard, circa 1820. This outstanding grandfather clock retains a wonderful warm old surface with vibrant mahogany panels and contrasting inlay. The hood is set with a very delicately scrolled fret. The finely painted iron dial is of Boston origin and features patriotic shield form spandrels and a lunette painted with the rare image of a pair of blue birds. The dial is signed below the calendar, "Aaron Willard / Washington Street / BOSTON". The clock rests upon delicate flared French feet. Height including center finial 94"; Width 20" Depth 9 1/8".
Inventory # 7013

A fine first generation Simon Willard patent time piece in an immaculate state of originality, Roxbury circa 1805-08. This superb example has mahogany and rosewood cross banded frames around handsome eglomisé glass panels decorated with blue borders and foliate garlands. The base glass has a frame of blossoms and cherries above the inscription "S. Willard's Patent". The clock is fitted with it original gilt brass spread-wing eagle. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height overall: 31 1/8".
Illustrated and discussed at length in, NAWCC bulletins #181, April 1976 & #223 April 1983.
Inventory # 6032

A superb Roxbury tall case clock with rocking ship movement, by Elnathan Taber, circa 1810. This clock which is often referred to as a grandfather clock, is in original untouched condition, has a cross banded case which retains a pleasing early mellow finish. The brass eight day movement features a dial fitted with a rare and desirable rocking ship against a painted nautical background with a lighthouse and cottage. The dial is signed below the center arbor. "Warranted by E. Taber". The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height including center finial 92 1/2".
Inventory # 6018

A rare Chippendale bracket clock Signed Thomas Pearsall, New York, circa 1774-81. This fine ebonized bracket clock is an imported London form dating to the last quarter of the Eighteenth Century. Bracket clocks inscribed with American names are extremely rare. This example, in untouched surface, is the only known bracket clock from the clockmaker Thomas Pearsall of New York. The dial door opens to reveal an elaborate composite brass dial with silvered chapter ring, strike/silent ring, and fine Rococo spandrels. An inset silvered plate above the center arbor is inscribed "Tho.s Pearsall / New York". The brass eight-day double fusee movement features an hour strike with a strike/silent selector, pull repeat, calendar read-out and foliate engraved back plate. The life dates of Thomas Pearsall are unknown but his activities as a clockmaker and retailer can be followed through his Eighteenth Century advertisements. Case Dimensions: Height: 20 ¼" (handle extended); Width at base: 10 ¾ "; Depth at base: 7 ½". Movement Dimensions: Height: 7 3/16"; Width: 5 1/16"; Depth: 2 3/8".
Inventory # 6016

An exceptional example of an early Simon Willard patent time piece, Roxbury circa 1805-08. This very fine example in original condition has mahogany cross banded frames with rare original geometric glasses decorated with desirable pink borders. The throat glass is decorated with gilt crosshatching and the lower tablet signed "S. Willard's Patent". The clock retains a rare original carved giltwood eagle finial. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height overall: 34 1/2".
Inventory # 6004

An exceptional New Jersey musical tall clock. The case labeled by Matthew Egerton, Jr., the dial signed by Silas W. Howell, New Brunswick, 1797. The antique tall case clock is among the most important examples of a New Jersey Hepplewhite musical clock known. The high style case bears the original in tact label of New Jersey cabinet maker Matthew Egerton Jr. Even more importantly the movement includes an extremely rare four tune music train. The wonderfully painted dial features a song selector in the arch with a pointer and song titles. The lavishly inlaid case has a distinctive pierced tympanum, contrasting veneers, quarter fans and Corinthian capitals on the reeded columns. Height including center finial: 99"
Inventory # 6003

Curtis and Dunning wall clock. The Girandole clock with a dial inscribed "Warranted by Curtis & Dunning". The lower tablet decorated with reverse painted panel depicting "Aurora", the Roman personification of the dawn. The brass movement is of eight day duration and is in fine running condition. Height: 46" Width: 15". (restored)
Inventory # 1005

An important labeled tall case clock made by Simon Willard, Roxbury Mass, circa 1790. The brass eight day movement with a painted dial having an oval scene depicting a figure on a path. The exceptional case with inlaid quarter fans retains it's original early Roxbury bracket foot. The case door bears Simon Willard's rare early label printed by Joseph N. Russell.
Provenance: Formerly on loan at the Western Reserve historical society in Ohio.
Inventory # 1013