We're delighted to offer for sale this great 19th century antique Empire mahogany shelf clock. This has a wonderful ogee form with vibrant flame mahogany veneers. The clock has a nice face with a sunburst cut out center & original paint decorated surface. The lower door is decorated with a beautiful reverse painted panel depicting a boat at harbor with a castle in the background encompassed by decorative vines & acanthus leaves. The paper label on the interior is mostly intact labeled " Imported Clocks Manufactured by Terhune & Edwards 48 Cortlandt Street New-York." In the 18th century clocks were quite expensive and a luxury item for American homes. By the middle of the 19th century these clocks were immensely popular because they were so reliable & easy to operate. We pass on the majority of these we encounter because they're so plentiful and only offer better - best tier examples from a select few shops.
