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Mantel Clock

patented 1849
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Mantel Clock
  • Date: patented 1849
  • Geography: Made in New York, New York, United States
  • Culture: American
  • Medium: Cast iron
  • Dimensions: H. 21 5/8 in. (54.9 cm)
  • Credit Line: Friends of the American Wing Fund, 1983
  • Object Number: 1983.230
  • Curatorial Department: The American Wing
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