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Clock (Time piece)
Thomas Claggett
1752-1775
Category
Clocks, Watches, and Scientific Instruments
Creator/Artist/Maker
Thomas Claggett (Maker)
Place of Origin
Newport; Rhode Island; New England; United States; North America
Materials
- Mahogany
- Chestnut
- Brass
- Paint
- Glass
- Iron
Museum Object Number
1954.0019.002 A - G
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Henry Francis du Pont
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Complete Details
Object Number
1954.0019.002 A - G
Object Name
Clock (Time piece)
Category
Clocks, Watches, and Scientific Instruments
Creator (Role)
Thomas Claggett (Maker)
Place of Origin
Newport; Rhode Island; New England; United States; North America
Date
1752-1775
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Signature
Location: Dial, boss
Inscription: "Thos Claget / Newport" engraved
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Mahogany
- Chestnut
- Brass
- Paint
- Glass
- Iron
Dimensions (inches)
66 (H) x 16 (W) x 9.625 (D)
Dimensions (centimeters)
167.64 (H) x 40.64 (W) x 24.448 (D)
Measurement Notes
OW at cornice, OD at cornice, W (molding between hood and waist) 13.5 in., W (waist) 9.375 in., W (base) 12.125 in., W (base molding) 14.5 in., D (waist) 6.5 in., D (base) 8.25 n., D (base molding) 9.375 in.