$11,750
Federal Style Gilt Gesso and Mahogany Girandole Timepiece, America, early 20th century, the carved gilt eagle finial above a brass bezel with applied spherules opening to a painted metal dial and eight-day weight-driven movement, the throat with eglomise tablet lettered "L. Curtis, Concord" above an eagle and shield, flanked by scrolled pierced side pieces, with circular door below with applied spherules, the tablet depicting "Commerce," ht. 44 1/2 in.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2005-02-20