40.                   $100

Riley Whiting carved column & splat shelf clock, 1828-1835.  A 33.5-inch case with dark mahogany veneer and an old, patinated finish. The carved half-columns and splat are well done; the dial glass is old but probably a replacement (newer putty), the mirror also likely a replacement with newer putty.  The gilded wooden dial is lightly soiled, the hands are period correct.  The 30-hour wooden movement was made by Riley Whiting and will run for a while, and strikes loudly on the iron bell.  There are two period weights and a good label inside.  A key for the door, an older bob, and a winding crank included, with new tin dust covers on the back. I think this clock had feet at one time.  $100–$200.