Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
E. Howard & Co. Time-only Tower Clock, Boston, Massachusetts, c. 1880, painted iron frame with pinstriping on cabriole legs with maker's name boss stating E. Howard & Co./Boston, 1.5 second beating timepiece mounted above with four-wheel train, maintaining power, deadbeat escapement with adjustable pallets, crutch with beat-setting adjustment, above three dial cluster gearing, iron pendulum bob, iron weight, three pulleys, two shafts and key, ht. 56 in.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
Lacking pendulum rod, dial shafts and various components with light rust on steel parts, lacking regulator and suspension block, paint and pinstriping in dark condition.
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.
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200