CasemakerCase by
George J. Henkels(American, 1819–1883)American, 1819–1883
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Wall Clock
Datec. 1860
Movement made inParis, France
Case made inPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
MediumBlack walnut, brass, and enamel
Dimensions28 × 17 1/2 × 4 1/2 in. (71.1 × 44.5 × 11.4 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, museum purchase funded by the Mary Beth Baird bequest, by exchange
Object numberB.2015.15
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Belter Parlor
Exposé
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
ProvenanceGrant Albert Oakes II (1938–2010), Warren, Ohio; Estate of Grant Oakes; consigned to [Neal Auction Company, New Orleans, September 12–13, 2015, lot 828]; purchased by MFAH, 2015.
Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Inscribed on dial: GEO J HENKELS / PARIS AND PHILADELPHIA
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