601.    $400

Marsh, Gilbert & Co. 8-day clock, 1832-1834.  These guys were together for just two years, manufacturing 30-hr and 8-day wooden works clocks.  As noted on the label, this one uses ivory bushings.  The massive iron weights are over 13 lb each and are compounded on wooden pulleys.  A note with the clock explains that very heavy weights were needed to drive the clock, as it used essentially a 30-hour movement with small spindles and long cords.  We did not test the movement. The wooden dial is nice, with minor losses around the 1; hands are appropriate and period.  The lower glass was nicely repainted in the door, no signature.  The dial glass is cracked and also original, with the original putty holding both glasses in place. The bronzed columns still show the original design and the carved eagle splat looks original.  No veneer losses that I can see, making for a very attractive 8-day wooden works clock, 36.5-inches high.  Pretty good label inside.   $500-$800