Rare GRIFFITH OWEN Philadelphia Tall Case Grandfather Clock circa 1790

Description: Store Item: Rare GRIFFITH OWEN Philadelphia Tall Case Grandfather Clock circa 1790 Description: Clock features two carved rosettes with three urn shaped finials on the top of the hood, leaf tip molding below the hood with columns running on each side of the hood. The dial features painted floral designs in each corner with date dial and moon phase and sweep second hand. Case features shaped door with inlays resting on bracket feet. Owen Griffith was a well respected clock maker born in 1759, at the age of 14 he started his apprenticeship under Philadelphia clockmaker Jacob Godshalk, who later married Griffith Owen's sister. In 1781, Griffith Owen took over Godshalk's business due to his death. Around that time, Mr. Owen took over the responsibility for the maintenance of the clocks located in what is now know as Independence Hall. Owen died in Norristown on April 29, 1820. An important example of a Philadelphia Chippendale tall case clock and a true showpiece for your home. Comes with pendulum, two weights and crank winder. Condition Report: Clock has just be maintained, cleaned and is working condition. Case has scuffs, scratches, wear and signs of refinishing as expected with age and usage, but shows beautifully. Measurements: 92.5" H x 21.25" W x 11" D Buyer responsible to arrange and pay for shipping. Buyer may pick up locally for free, however local pickup without shipper must pay Ohio sales tax of 6.5%. We may be able to give a shipping quote for locations within 300 miles of Canton, Ohio. Please send a message to inquire about shipping. The Wythe Company, LLC specializes in pre-owned high quality furniture and antiques, which are sold "As Is" without any warranties, representations or guarantees of any kind. Items are pre-owned and will show the usual signs of scuffs, scratches, wear and use. Upholstered items may have wear, tears and stains associated with usage. Please do not hesitate to message for additional photos, details or dimensions. Buyer is responsible to conduct a full investigation before buying. All information displayed is represented to the best of our knowledge, and can be judgmental or subjective. All dimensions and/or measurements are approximate and can vary. No international buyers please, and items must be paid in full within 10 days of auction end. Buyer must have item picked up within 45 days of purchase. Any items not picked up after 45 days after purchase are subject to a $45.00 per week storage fee. Storage fees must be paid before the item will be released. Sales Tax Disclosure: Ohio residents must add 6.5% sales tax. Sales Tax Disclosure: Ebay is required to collect all sales tax from states that require them to collect it base on a supreme court ruling South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc. on June 21, 2018. Shipping: All Shipping is third party and Wythe Company, LLC is not affiliated with any shipping company and makes no recommendations. This is a list of frequently used shippers, any additional details needed on shipping feel free to message. Rick ShipsAntique ExpressPlycon Vanlines Send a message once auction end to confirm pickup/shipping arrangements.Confirmation of payment and pickup/shipping must be done in advance.Store Item will not be released without confirmation of payment and pickup/shipping

Price: 12999 USD

Location: Canton, Ohio

End Time: 2024-02-07T17:33:16.000Z

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