Aaron Willard Junior of Boston, Massachusetts.

Aaron Willard Jr. was born in Roxbury, Massachusetts, on June 29, 1783. He had the good fortune of being born into America's leading clockmaking family. His father, Aaron, and uncle Simon had recently moved from the rural community of Grafton and began a productive career manufacturing high-quality clocks in this new ideal location. Based on the traditions of the day, it is thought that Aaron Jr. probably learned the skill of clockmaking from his family. We have owned a large number of wall timepieces or more commonly called banjo clocks, that this talented maker made. Based on the numbers seen in the marketplace, it is logical to assume he was one of the most prolific makers of this form. We have also owned a fair number of tall case clocks, Massachusetts shelf clocks, and gallery clocks. Aaron Jr. retired from clockmaking sometime around 1850 and moved to Newton, Massachusetts. He died on May 2, 1864

Clocks From This Maker

Aaron Willard Jr. gilt frame wall timepiece or banjo clock made in Boston circa 1815. This exquisite piece of history, with the lower tablet depicting Columbia. EEE-15.

An Aaron Willard Jr. gilt frame wall timepiece or banjo clock made in Boston circa 1815. This exquisite piece of history, with the lower tablet depicting “Columbia,” offers a unique connection to the past for antique enthusiasts. EEE-15.

This classic Federal Massachusetts Timepiece or “Banjo clock” was made by Aaron Willard Jr. of Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1815. The case is constructed in mahogany and features rope-decorated frames finished in gilding. The re-gilded surfaces… read more

Aaron Willard Jr. gilt frame wall timepiece or banjo clock made in Boston circa 1820. The lower tablet depicts “AURORA.” 223201.

This classic Federal Massachusetts Timepiece or “Banjo clock” was made by Aaron Willard Jr. of Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1820. The case is constructed in mahogany and features rope-decorated frames finished in gilding. The re-gilded surfaces… read more

Aaron Willard Jr. of Boston, MA. A wood-paneled timepiece with an alarm. Number 1929. 223220.

Aaron Willard Jr. of Boston, Massachusetts. A wood-paneled timepiece with an alarm. Number 1929. 223220.

This is a fine Federal Massachusetts improved timepiece or "Banjo clock" made by Aaron Willard Jr. of Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1820. This fantastic example is signed and numbered on the dial, the movement is equipped with an alarm, and the half-… read more

An Aaron Willard Jr. gilt frame wall timepiece. 220097.

An Aaron Willard Jr. gilt frame wall timepiece or banjo clock made in Boston circa 1820. The dial is numbered “1907” and the lower tablet depicts Helios. 220097.

This classic Federal Massachusetts Timepiece or "Banjo clock" was made by Aaron Willard Jr. of Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1820. The case is constructed in mahogany and features rope-decorated frames that retain their original gilding. The gilded… read more

Aaron Willard Jr., Boston. An inlaid and cross-banded mahogany case grandfather clock. PP125

Aaron Willard Jr., Boston, Massachusetts. An inlaid and cross-banded mahogany case tall clock. PP-125.

This fine inlaid mahogany case tall clock was made by Aaron Willard Jr. of Boston, Massachusetts. This inlaid mahogany case is nicely proportioned and retains an older finish that has nicely mellowed over the years. This finish accentuates the… read more