$1,875
Mahogany and Gilt-gesso Patent Timepiece, probably Massachusetts, c. 1810-20, with turned finial, white-painted iron dial, and painted tablets framed with ropetwist carving, the throat tablet lettered "Willard Patent," the lower tablet decorated with the "Battle of the Cyane & Levant" depicting the notable naval battle centering a spreadwing eagle clutching a Union shield lettered "Stewart," all on a gilt pendant, overall ht. 33 3/4 in. A Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, Collection Estimate $800-1,200 black pigment in both glasses appears to be later. crack in pendulum box glass in upper left. 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.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2020-04-01
