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Lot 1316

Rare MESDA Documented North Carolina Henry Macy Walnut Tall Case Clock

Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000
Starting Bid
$4,000

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Guilford County, circa 1815, poplar secondary wood, Seth Thomas painted wood dial and movement, arched bonnet, low waisted case on short ogee bracket feet with scrolled returns, 90-3/4 x 20-1/4 x 11 in.

Provenance: A Private North Carolina Collector

 

Note: Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts (MESDA) # S-2451. In the MESDA photo, the clock has a different dial. For another similar example see The Magazine Antiques, May 1973, pg. 972, figures 9 and 10, previously attributed to Jesse Needham.

 

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A Private North Carolina Collector

 

has not been tested, married movement, bonnet glass later, the dial with discoloration and later pencil inscription along arched top of dial, very minor shrinkage cracks to case; repairs and losses to shoulder molding and restoration at keyhole Note - Brunk Auctions makes every effort to offer accurate and thorough information, but encourages prospective bidders to inspect items in person whenever possible. Condition statements are provided as a courtesy for general guidance and should not be considered complete or definitive. They do not represent a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions. Certain condition issues may not be specifically noted in the report but may be visible in the accompanying photographs, which are considered part of the overall condition report. Please refer to our Terms of Sale for complete information and contact us for additional photos or information as needed.