Bidspirit auction | A Classical Parcel-Gilt and Paint

A Classical Parcel-Gilt and Paint Decorated Shelf Clock, Atkins & Downs, Bristol, Connecticut, c. - A Classical Parcel-Gilt and Paint Decorated Shelf Clock, Atkins & Downs, Bristol, Connecticut, c. 1831-1832   With a carved and gilt spread-wing eagle above a painted and parcel-gilt dial, mirror plate, and eglomise door decorated with a house and heart.  Manufacturer's paper label affixed to inside back of case.   Dimensions : 17 1/2 in. wide, 6 in. deep, 37 in. high   Provenance : From a Princeton, NJ collection.  Condition: Clock mechanism not examined for working order.  With pendulum and key to door.  In good overall condition.  The dial with cracks to paint decoration.  Gilding refreshed in areas.  MIrror plate replaced.  Other general nicks, marks, scratches, and wear.