An American Mahogany and Reverse Painted Glass Mantel Clock

Birge and Fuller, Bristol, CT, Circa 1825

the movement stamped Birge & Fuller, Bristol, Conn. USA, with a baggie of original wood and brass parts that were replaced upon previous repair.
Height 27 inches x width 14 1/4 x depth 4 1/4 inches.

Sold to Benefit the Acquisition Fund of the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields

In overall fine, attractive condition. Hands cannot be manually advanced, and clock may be overwound. The pendulum is present and attached and appears to function properly, though the clock has not been tested for timekeeping accuracy. The case with one of the side steeple-form sections loose and detached; otherwise in good condition. The doors hinge smoothly and their painted glass panels intact. See additional photos for specific movement details.

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An American Mahogany and Reverse Painted Glass Mantel Clock

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