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A Philadelphia Tall Clock by John Wood Sr. from the Drinker Family

Offered by: Philip Bradley Antiques

Description
Notes: descended in the family of Henry Drinker (1734–1809), a prominent Philadelphia Quaker merchant and his wife Elizabeth Sandwith. The clock resided in a Drinker family summer house located in northern Pennsylvania, which was acquired together with its contents in the 1940s together with a portrait of Mary Drinker Rhoads.

More Information

Origin:	United States, Pennsylvania
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Mahogany.
Condition:	Original outer brass finials; removable sarcophagus top and center finial replaced. Feet original but restored to full height.
Creation Date:	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, c. 1740
Styles / Movements:	Americana, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	G-328
Incollect Reference #:	284555

Dimensions

H.	108 in;
H.	274.32 cm;

Message from Seller:

Since 1950, displaying some of the finest examples of American 18th and early 19th century furniture, tall clocks, folk art, and related accessories, with an emphasis on the mid-Atlantic region. Contact us directly by email: bradleyantiques@gmail.com P: 610.269.0427

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