Joshua Seward of Boston, Massachusetts.
Joshua Seward was born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, on May 5, 1809, and died in Woburn, Massachusetts, on July 21, 1885. Current research suggests that he was most likely an apprentice of John Sawin, a prolific Boston clockmaker. In 1832, Seward partnered with Alva Skinner under the firm Skinner & Seward. In May of 1833, Seward advertised working alone in a shop located at 63 Congress Street. By 1836, he gave up clockmaking to operate the livery stable at the Boylston Estate on School Street in Boston. From 1840 through 1842, Seward lived in Charlestown.
Clocks From This Maker
This is a fine mahogany lyre from wall clock or Timepiece. The clock is surmounted by a turned wooden mahogany finial in the form of an acorn. The bezel is also wood and allows access to the painted dial. The Maker’s name can be seen signed above… read more
This outstanding example is in fantastic original condition. The case is constructed in mahogany and appears to retain its original finish that has been lovingly maintained. A turned wooden finial in the form of an acorn surmounts the case. This… read more
This is an excellent example of a Boston-made wall timepiece. The case is constructed in mahogany and appears to retain its original finish. The surface is dry and slightly crazed with age. At the top of the case is a brass eagle finial. The… read more