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Very Fine and Rare Diminutive Federal Cherrywood Tall Case Clock, works by Samuel Stiles, Windsor, Connecticut, circa 1795
Estimate
15,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- cherrywood
- Height 84 3/4 in. by Width 20 1/4 in. by Depth 10 1/4 in.
Appears to retain its original finials and fret. Dial inscribed Samuel Stiles / Windsor. Mother of pearl inlay on top of bonnet door is a 19th century addition.
Provenance
Sarah Squires;
Anna Munson Sanford (great- grandmother of consignor);
The clock was passed down through the female line of the family.
Original weights were reputedly used for bullets in War of 1812.
Condition
Bottom board has been broken out; front feet lacking vertical glue blocks; front feet later reinforced with screws into base molding; numerous holes in backboard where it was mounted to various walls; a later metal brace has been soldered to the back of the silver dial; appears to have its original pendulum, however the pendulum rod has broken; replaced cast iron weights; with clock winder and case door key; secondary wood is white pine; appears to retain its original fretwork; proper left side plinth with the back of the wafer restored; Mother of pearl inlay on top of bonnet door is a 19th century addition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.