Aaron Willard Jr. Tall Clock (Boston, Mass.)

An impressive antique Hepplewhite tall case clock, by Aaron Willard Jr. The case is attributed to Thomas Seymour, Boston, circa 1815-20.

Aaron Willard Jr. Tall Clock (Boston, Mass.)

Inventory #09022

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Aaron Willard Jr. Tall Clock (Boston, Mass.)
Aaron Willard Jr. Tall Clock (Boston, Mass.)
This attractive antique tall clock case is among the finest produced in all of Boston. It houses a superlative over-sized dial with a richly painted lunette portraying a detailed river landscape. The impressive size, refined proportions, superb wood selections along with specific construction details, indicate that the case was produced in the cabinet shop of John & Thomas Seymour. Additionally, this magnificent case bears the original label of the clockmaker Aaron Willard Jr. inside the pendulum door. The handsome clock case with the label of a prominent Boston clockmaker and an extraordinary local dial contribute to the character of this impressive antique tall case clock.

Dimensions

Height including center finial: 105”; Width at base: 22 ⅜”; Depth: 10 ¼”

Pricing

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