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Tall Clock

William Huston

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Tall Clock by William Huston is a black grandfather clock with a long, narrow body and a decorative top. The clock face is white with black Roman numerals and hands. The clock's body is made of wood and has a tall, rectangular shape with a flat base. The top of the clock features a carved design with four finials, two on either side of a central curved piece. The clock has a long pendulum hanging from the center of the body. The clock stands on four small feet. The background of the image is light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
1767–71
Medium:
Mahogany, poplar, cherry
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
365 × 623 px
Museum record:
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