Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Lever Time Piece Eight-day Mirror Clock, attributed to George Hills, Connecticut, c. 1850, reverse ogee mahogany case, upper door with mirrored dial surround on glass, lower mirrored tablet, 6-in. painted zinc Roman numeral dial marked Lever Time Piece, 8 Day, eight-day, dual-mainspring, time-only movement with lever escapement, ht. 25 1/2 in.
Provenance: Terry and Karen Brotherton.
Estimate $600-800
Clock is currently running. Original dial paint in good condition for the age.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
George Hills, Connecticut, Terry Brotherton, Karen Brotherton, dial paintJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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