Mahogany and Marquetry Tall Case Clock, John Bell Kirby, 19th Century
Item Details
The bonnet, case, and movement are all possibly associated. The hand-painted, arched dial with a date aperture near the center. It comes with an old, if not original, pendulum as well as two winding keys (one contemporary).
Type | Grandfather Clock |
Brand | John Bell Kirby |
Materials | Mahogany, Brass |
Operation | Wind Up, Pendulum |
Working Condition | Untested. Timekeeping accuracy is not guaranteed. |
Key Included | Yes |
Marks | Maker’s Mark |
- Please note, this is an item that may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. The winner is responsible for bringing appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup. International shipping may be restricted.
Condition
- to fair; overall with various scratches, dents, marks, chips, cracks, and abrasions consistent with age and use; structurally stable; the bonnet, case, and movement are all possibly associated; metal dial with crazing, marks, and chips to painted surface; some oxidation to verso; case and bonnet with scattered veneer cracks, chips/losses, and repairs; top of bonnet replaced and with a couple of contemporary glue blocks below it; brass ball-and-spire finials possibly associated; backboard behind bonnet is broken and has been reinforced with a couple secondary boards; waist door missing escutcheon; base with some shrinkage cracks to front and sides; other possible repairs/restorations.
Dimensions
Item #
18DCC747-408