Mantel clock

1815-1825

Place madeFrance, Europe

Brass, glass, wood

Overall: 22 x 12 x 8 in. ( 55.9 x 30.5 x 20.3 cm )

Gift of Mrs. Charles S. Fairchild, 1922

INV.237

This clock was bought and used by Francis Adrian Van der Kemp (1752-1829) from funds paid to him in 1822 by the State of New York, for his services in translating the Dutch records of the State.

DescriptionBrass mantel clock; rectangular body surmounted by decorative urn; circular clock face in upper half; supported by rectangular pedestal (with engraved plaque) on circular feet; bell jar cover.

MarkingsInscription on plaque: "Clock bought and used by Francis Adrian Van der Kemp 1752-1829 from funds paid to him in 1822 by the State of New York on completing his translations of the Dutch Records of the State to do which he was engaged by Governor De Witt Clinton / Presented by Mrs. Charles S. Fairchild, 1922"

ClassificationsFURNITURE