Description: Elegant mahogany pattern number 42 grandfather clock made by
Walter Durfee, Providence, R.I. The dial has a fancy brass tag with
his name on it. It is also signed in the small circle underneath the moon
dial. This clock is shown on pages 153 and 155 of "Longcase Clocks and
Standing Regulators" by Tran Duy Ly. The only variation is that this clock
has a bracket base rather than the claw feet pictured in the book. It has a
two brass weight movement with gong, second hand, and calendar window. The
silver dial is surrounded by a fancy brass filigree and has a nicely painted
revolving moon/ship dial at the top. Three original brass finials sit on
the top of the hood. The slender case features full twist columns on the
sides of the hood, middle, and base with fancy brass capitals at each end.
There is a lovely carved recessed panel in the base. The moldings are all
intricately carved as is typical of the fine craftsmanship of the Durfee
shop. Durfee was the premier clock maker of the period and this clock is a
fine example of his work!
Circa: 1900
Dimensions: 100"H x 24"W x 13"D
Finish: Excellent original finish and patina; the glass on the
top door is not beveled
Price: $14,950.00 ON SALE: $6500.00
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