Lot 67: A 19th Century Mahogany Longcase Clock by James Whitelaw of Edinburgh
A 19th-century mahogany longcase clock by the maker James Whitelaw of Edinburgh. The case features a swan-neck pediment hood with carved floral scrolls and three brass-toned finials. The trunk and base are constructed with flame mahogany veneers and accented with decorative stringing inlays. The arched painted dial is signed Jas Whitelaw, Edinburgh and features a hand-painted floral still life within the lunette. The dial includes floral-decorated spandrels, Roman numeral hour markers, and two subsidiary dials for seconds and the date. A winding key is included with the lot.
Condition report:
The painted dial surface displays significant crazing consistent with age. The mahogany case shows minor surface wear and light abrasions. Movement is untested.
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