Rosewood Looking Glass Clock by George Hills

Description:

Rosewood Looking Glass Clock by George Hills, Plainville, Connecticut, c. 1850, the ogee molding framing the upper door with black and gilt reverse painted decoration and lower looking glass, 6 in. dia. painted zinc dial with Roman numerals, printed maker's label inside stating Thirty-hour Marine Looking Glass Clock made and sold by George Hills, Plainville, Connecticut, ht. 36 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

case refinished, dial repainted, painted glass possibly original

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