Nathan Lombard constructed inlaid mahogany tall case clock while working in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. HH-44.

This is a historically significant clock. The original owner inscribes the backboard. The inscription reads, "December 3rd, 1800 / D. Wight Jun." David Wight was the brother of Oliver Wight, a cabinetmaker working in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. Current scholarship suggests that he trained Nathan Lombard in the art of furniture joinery. Current scholarship suggests that Nathan Lombard made this case before he left Sturbridge and moved to Sutton, Mass. David Wight, Oliver's brother, won a lottery and, with the proceeds, furnished his home in Sturbridge. It was his practice to sign the furniture he purchased. This tall clock case is one of several recently discovered items. David Wight's probate records exist. A mahogany clock is listed in his inventory. We believe that this is that very clock.

This case exhibits superb excellent proportions. The case is constructed in mahogany, and New England white pine is used as a secondary wood. It stands on four applied ogee bracket feet. The waist section features a rectangular waist door that is trimmed with molding that forms a cock beaded edge around its perimeter. In the center of this door is an inlaid patera. It consists of twenty petals that are comprised of alternating light and dark wood. The petals are wildly shaped and make for an attractive decoration. This is framed with a diamond pattern that is formed with a barber pole string inlay. Reeded quarter columns flank the sides of the case. These terminate in brass capitals. The bonnet features a traditional New England fretwork design. It is supported by three reeded plinths surmounted by three brass ball and spike finials. Fully turned and reeded bonnet columns ending in brass capitals flank the hood door. This bonnet door is arched and fitted with glass. 

The bonnet door opens to access the painted iron dial. This dial is of local origin. It was most likely painted in the Worcester area of Massachusetts. Colorful floral patterns, as well as strawberries, are included in the decoration. This dial displays the traditional format's hours, minutes, seconds, and calendar dates. 

The movement is brass and of good quality. Fully wound and powered by weights, this movement is designed to run for eight days and strike the hour on the hour on a cast iron bell. The bell is mounted above the movement on a stand.

This clock was made circa 1800. It stands 91.5 inches tall to the top of the center finial.

Inventory number HH-44.