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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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