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A very fine and important mahogany tall case clock, by John Bailey, Sr. Hanover, Mass, circa 1820.

Category:	Clocks
SubType:	Clocks
Origin:	America-USA
Era:	19th Century
Height:	Overall height including center finial 99 inches
Width:	Width 20.25 inches
Depth:	Depth 10.125 inches



This impressive tall case clock is among the most refined examples from the South shore area of Massachusetts. The case which retains a wonderful old surface, has superb proportions and understated details. The delicate fret, reeded chimneys and columns frame a finely painted moon phase dial in amazing original condition, signed "John Bailey / HANOVER". The case, which is decorated with vibrant mahogany panels with crossbanded edges,is attributed to Hingham cabinet maker Abner Hersey. The clock rests upon extraordinary flared French feet with a shaped apron.

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