Wall Clock

CultureAmerican
Titles
  • Wall Clock
  • Harp Pattern Timepiece
Datec. 1820
Possible placeMassachusetts, United States
MediumMahogany, pine
Dimensions43 in. (109.2 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Miss Ima Hogg
Object numberB.75.59
Not on view

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Department
Bayou Bend
Object Type
DescriptionThis clock is a variation of the Willard patent timepiece, or “banjo” clock, with its case following the outline of a lyre, a popular late classical decorative motif.
ProvenanceAcquired October 30, 1931, from American Art Association Auction, Purchased by Will S. Hogg.

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