Shelf Clock Made in Newport, Rhode Island, 1800-1820

THF157194 / Shelf Clock Made in Newport, Rhode Island, 1800-1820
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Shelf clock

Date Made

1800-1820

Creator Notes

Movement made by David Williams

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

30.20.14

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Mahogany (Wood)
Brass (Alloy)
Steel (Alloy)
Pine (Wood)

Technique

Gilding (Technique)

Dimensions

Height: 39.5 in
Width: 12.5 in
Length: 6 in

Inscriptions

Signed in script below hands arbor: David Williams / Newport
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