Description:

E. Howard & Co. No 67 Astronomical Regulator
late 19th century
walnut case with burl walnut highlights and a pediment crest with an elaborately carved bull's head, 8-day astronomical movement with deadbeat escapement, maintaining power and single jar mercurial pendulum
97 1/2 x 36 x 24 inches

    Provenance:
  • American Tobacco Company, Boardroom, 245 Park Avenue, New York, NY.
    Removed in 1986 and moved to 1700 East Putnam Avenue, East Greenwich, Connecticut, where American Brands was located (American Brands was the parent company to the American Tobacco Company).
    Acquired from the above by the present owner in 1999 when the company moved to Chicago. The present owner was a board member of the American Tobacco Company.
  • Condition:
  • Very good overall condition, retains the original finish and original painted dial, missing lower bracket, functions properly (2-hour test).

    The absence of a condition report does not imply there are no condition issues with the lot. Please inquire for a detailed condition report.

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