Federal giltwood banjo clock by Lemuel Curtis Concord, Mass., circa 1810-15
rope-twist presentation case retaining much of original gilt, painted tablets, iron dial and bezel glass. (Dial repainted, finial replaced)
H42″ W9 7/8″ D4″
*Note: Three features of this clock are indicative of the craftsmanship of Lemuel Curtis; the cutout at the top of the case to receive the movement, the cutout shape of the brass pendulum hanger and the shape of the brass pendulum tie-down.
*Reference: See AMERICAN BANJO CLOCKS by Petrucelli and Sposato.
Condition report
Condition Report: Dial repainted, finial replaced. Some losses to paint of reverse-painted panel, and rubbing to gilt.
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