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Here is the Rodney Brace Eight Day wooden works clock as purchased. The movement is not original to the case, but it is an exactly correct replacement. The columns were all un-attached. The base was not attached. The Movement side rails where not attached and from another period clock. Numerous venier problems, particularly on both doors.
So let the fun begin
Here is a shot showing the movement now installed. Columns are also removed for veneer repair.
These two pictures show the before and after for the border I needed to make for the fixed lower burl panel. I know of only one picture of a similar clock. It is in the NAWCC Supplement for 8 Day wood works clocks. That clock shows a border around this panel if you look closely.
Close up of the movement attributed to Alfred + Hopkins
Here are feet that I have made for the clock. I have embelished somewhat to come up with their design. Partly taken from another Brace clock and partly for the column capitals of this clock. In the end, I think I will just place them under the clock for display, as opposed to permanently attaching them. In this manner, the clock will remain more authentic.
Here is a photo of the Rodney Brace clock with the case restoration complete. Not the greatest quality photo. Veneer on both doors has been replaced. Three coats of shellac applied, but not rubbed out in this photo. The feet arekinda my own design and I think add nicely to the appearance of the clock, but for this reason, they will never be permanently attached to the clock. The clock will just rest on them.
Here is the dial restored and ready for the clock. Can you find the two extra wind holes that were plugged and painted over?
Here is a photo of a tablet from an early Jonathan Burr Clock that contained an east west movement. I intend to duplicate this tablet for this Rodney Brace clock. I believe this to be a totally appropriate and authentic subject matter for the tablet.
Here is the finished product of the reproduced tablet. It is now ready to be installed in the Rodney Brace Clock. Below are some in progress shots of the tablet
Well, finally this Rodfney Brace Clock is finished. Here is what I've been working on for the last 10 monthes. I think it was definitely worth the effort. Let me know what you think.
