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Lot 72
  • 72

Fine and Rare Federal Figured Maple and Mahogany Shelf Clock, works by David Wood, Newburyport, Massachusetts, circa 1795

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • dial inscribed D. Wood, retains original circular watch paper label on inside of waist door inscribed Watch & Clock Maker David Wood Newburyport
  • mahogany
  • height 35 1/4 in.; width 11 in.; depth 5 1/2 in.
Inside of waist door labeled David Wood Watch & Clock Maker, Newburyport. Retains an historic finish

Provenance

Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Varick Stout, New York

Condition

Finials replaced; secondary wood is white pine; signature enhanced on dial.
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