Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
"Lemuel Curtis" Gilt-front Patent Timepiece or "Banjo" Clock, New England, gilt acorn finial above the roman numeral painted iron dial, rope-molded frames enclosing the reverse-painted tablets, lower tablet depicting a naval scene, eight-day time-only movement engraved L. Curtis, regulated by a brass-faced pendulum bob engraved Warranted by Lemuel Curtis, ht. 33 in.
Estimate $800-1,200
repairs to case and brass bezel, new glue blocks in bottom box, repainted and associated dial, re-gilded, repairs to bottom board, later glasses, Curtis engravings on mechanism and pendulum most likely later additions.
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
Lemuel CurtisChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200