Collection of Jean and Jim Barrow | May 20, 2023
Sat, May 20, 2023 09:00AM EDT
Lot 156
Fine Elnathan Taber Massachusetts Federal "Rocking Ship" Tall Case Clock
Estimate: $7,000 - $10,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Roxbury, 1800-1810, arched painted dial signed "warranted by E. Taber", rocking ship with American flag, gilt and polychromed and gilt geometric spandrels, dial with gilt highlights, seconds sweep, date aperture, and brass movement, arched pediment with open fretwork and brass finials, waisted case with reeded corner columns with brass capitals and bases, inlaid base with French feet, case door with original printed label "directions for fitting up a clock", 101 x 18-1/4 x 10 in.
Condition
fretwork resurfaced at back and likely restored, case with sun fading and surface distress, restorations and distress to feet with some later blocking and screws, other repairs, original saddle board, works and case a good match, dial paint in very good condition with only light abrasions and wear, typical minor losses and retouch at mounting posts
Collection of Jean and Jim Barrow
