This is a fine example of an usual wall timepiece made in Providence, Rhode Island circa 1880. This case design features a large round head, a straight sided waist section an a base that terminates at the bottom in a fancy plinth. This case measures approximately 30.5 inches in length. The upper bezel measures 14.25 inches in diameter. The case wood retains much of its original graining. The graining was boldly applied to simulate the rich figure found in rosewood. This case has been carefully cleaned in is in very good condition. The lower tablet features traditional colors of black and gold. This tablet is original to this clock. The black has been stabilized from the back of the glass. The upper wooden bezel opens to access the painted zinc dial which measures 12.5 inches across. The closed time track measures 10.75 inches in diameter and features Roman numerals that mark the hours. The time is indicated with open moon hands. This dial is boldly signed in script. It reads “Geo. H. Taylor & Co. PROV. R.I.” Behind the dial is a brass movement that is weight driven. It is designed to run eight days on a full wind. This movement is designed with a recoil escapement. The plates that frame the movement are shaped in a trapezoid. The front plate is features the Maker’s die stamp. It reads “GEO. H. TAYLOR & CO. PROVIDENCE, R.I.” Three ones are die stamped into the lower left corner. These match the three ones die stamped into the keystone. The rear plate is mounted to the pine backboard with two screws through the back plate. The movement also sits on a seat board which also serves double duty as a weight stop. This example retains its original cast iron weight.

The firm George H. Taylor & Co. is listed in the Providence Directories as having a shop located on Westminster Street in Providence, Rhode Island in 1877 through 1839. The firm consisted on George H. Taylor and William H. Taylor. Their relationship is unclear.

This is a very attractive example.