C.1836, P. Barnes and Co., Bristol, Conn., 30-hour time and strike wood movement shell column and splat shelf clock.

C.1836, P. Barnes and Co., Bristol, Conn., 30-hour time and strike wood movement shell column and splat shelf clock. Condition: Refinished mahogany veneered case in very good condition with some minor veneer loss and repairs. Gilded and faux tortoise shell columns have wear to the gilding and some minor losses to the graining. Original tablet "Happy Mother" has been professionally restored. Original double cornucopia splat has hairline cracks in plaster, a small piece broken off and loss to the gilding. Original dial is very clean and hands are original. Ball feet look original, with the front feet being regilded. Good label is a bit dark. Height 33 inches [83.82 cm]