Shelf Clock, 1869-1877

THF305933 / Shelf Clock, 1869-1877
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Shelf clock

Date Made

1869-1877

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

29.742.2

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Wood (Plant material)
Brass (Alloy)
Steel (Alloy)

Dimensions

Height: 32.875 in
Width: 19.75 in
Depth: 5.5 in

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