Banjo Wall Clock, 1815-1820
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Simon Willard obtained a United States patent in 1802 for a compact wall timepiece. Willard's clocks were accurate and dependable--and economical to produce. He permitted family, associates, and other manufacturers to make clocks based on his original design. Others copied the style. Banjo clocks, nicknamed for their characteristic shape, remained popular throughout the nineteenth century.
Simon Willard obtained a United States patent in 1802 for a compact wall timepiece. Willard's clocks were accurate and dependable--and economical to produce. He permitted family, associates, and other manufacturers to make clocks based on his original design. Others copied the style. Banjo clocks, nicknamed for their characteristic shape, remained popular throughout the nineteenth century.
Artifact
Banjo clock
Date Made
1815-1820
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.3.4371
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wood (Plant Material)
Mahogany (Wood)
Brass (Alloy)
Steel (Alloy)
Gilding (Material)
Color
Brown
Gold (Color)
Orange (Color)
Black (Color)
White (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 35.75 in
Width: 10 in
Length: 4.125 in
Inscriptions
Below the opening: AMERICA. Ribbon with the words: S. WILLARD'S PATENT
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