Laminated Wood and Rosewood Veneer Acorn Clock

Description:

Laminated Wood and Rosewood Veneer Acorn Clock, Forestville Manufacturing Company, Bristol, Connecticut, c. 1845, the shaped door with transfer tablet opens to a conformingly shaped case with zinc dial inscribed "Forestville Mfg. Co. Bristol Ct - USA," and brass double fusee movement, flanked by side pieces with acorn finials on a rectagular molded base, (tablet replaced, other minor imperfections),ht. 24 1/2 in.
Estimate $4,000-6,000

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