Premier Auction
Sat, Oct 23, 2021 09:00AM EDT
Lot 680
Philadelphia Federal Carved Mahogany Tall Case Clock
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500
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 |
Pennsylvania, early 19th century, arched and painted dial signed "Nicholas LeHuray Jr./Phila", eight day brass movement, seconds sweep, and date aperture, fine figured waisted mahogany case, arched hood with carved finials and rosettes, case with inset fluted quarter columns, ogee bracket feet, with period pendulum, two replacement weights, and winder, 101-3/4 in.
Provenance: Private Bluffton, South Carolina Collection
Condition
feet restored, finials likely restored, cracks and one patch at scrolled pediment, typical shrinkage crack at base panel, other scattered minor veneer distress and repairs, surface wear to dial paint with fugitive roman numerals, retouch to signature, scattered flaking and losses including at moon phase, original saddle board, appears to be a good match to case, cracks to backboard (somewhat loose)
