11-02-201311-02-2013
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsMarlborough MA
November 2, 2013 10:00 AMCalender
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Joshua Wilder Mahogany Shelf Clock

Sell one like this
$24,600$20,000
Auction: Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments - 2684MLocation: MarlboroughDate / Time: November 02, 2013 10:00AM

Description:

Joshua Wilder Mahogany Shelf Clock, Hingham, Massachusetts, c. 1815, scroll-top case with reverse-painted tablets, the top signed J. Wilder Hingham. on a stenciled ground, red and gilt spandrels frame the 8-in. painted dish dial with Roman numerals and gold chapter band, the lower tablet with seated child feeding chickens and holding a black hat with matching green border all on gilt flattened ball feet, eight-day time and hour strike movement with recoil escapement, rack and snail strike, two lead weights, and 19 1/2-in. iron rod and brass faced pendulum bob, ht. 35 in.

Literature: For an extensive discussion of Joshua Wilder please see Jobe, Sullivan and Obrien, Harbor and Home, p. 268-273.
Estimate $30,000-50,000

Both glasses appear to be the original although backed by a recent mahogany backing, scroll top is original, feet possibly replaced, dial undisturbed, original hands, weights and pendulum.


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

Hingham, Massachusetts, Joshua Wilder