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Description:
Massachusetts Mahogany Shelf Clock Case, c. 1790, kidney-shaped hood with conforming beaded edged hinged door, cast brass French feet, bold concave mid-molding above the line-inlaid case bottom, stepped molded base, all resting on scrolled cast brass front feet, ht. 28 in.
A Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, Collection
Estimate $400-600
with a later dial and movement
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. 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 shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
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