Shelf Clock Made by Brewster and Ingrahams, 1844-1852
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This simple, mass produced clock is the type that was owned by many middle class Americans in the early years of the 19th century. The pointed top and the steeples suggest the popular Gothic Revival Style. The decorative floral etched glass is generic, suggesting no particular style. The overall effect would be perfect for a picturesque "cottage" interior.
This simple, mass produced clock is the type that was owned by many middle class Americans in the early years of the 19th century. The pointed top and the steeples suggest the popular Gothic Revival Style. The decorative floral etched glass is generic, suggesting no particular style. The overall effect would be perfect for a picturesque "cottage" interior.
Artifact
Shelf clock
Date Made
1844-1852
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Made in America
Object ID
27.15.65
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Walnut (Wood)
Glass (Material)
Brass (Alloy)
Steel (Alloy)
Color
Brown
White (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 19 in
Width: 11.25 in
Length: 4 in
Inscriptions
on dial: BREWSTER & INGRAHAMS / BRISTOL, CT. U.S. stamped on front plate: BREWESTER & INGRAHAMS / BRISTOL CT. / U.S. paper label inside of backboard reads, in part: BRASS CLOCKS, / SPRINGS WARRANTED NOT TO FAIL, MADE AND SOLD BY / BREWSTER & INGRAHAMS / BRISTOL, CONN.
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