Science, Technology & Clocks
Description:
Munger & Benedict Mahogany Shelf Clock, Auburn, New York, c. 1831-33, turned and carved half-columns flanking the full-length door with looking glass and blue tin dial surround, painted iron dial signed Warranted by Munger & Benedict/Auburn, N-Y., with Roman numerals and moon hands, stenciled front edge of cornice board, wallpapered interior and 5 1/4 x 4-in. printed label stating A. Munger's Patent Eight-day Brass Clocks/Made, Warranted & Sold/Wholesale and Retail by Munger & Benedict/Auburn N.Y., eight-day, time and strike brass movement with two iron weights and cast pewter eagle finial bob, ht. 38 1/2 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
case with old rich patine, dial surround putty refreshed, dial glass a replacement, dial excellent, looking glass and label are undisturbed, period weights and pendulum bob.