L. E. Whiting, Timby Solar Time Piece

A mid 19th century "Timby Solar Timepiece" by Lewis E. Whiting, Saratoga Springs, NY. 8-day brass movement with lever escapement and Joslin's 6 inch Terrestrial Globe, hour dial surrounds the globe and the minute dial is behind the below. Walnut case with molded arch top, turned finial and acorn drops, Brass arms support the globe and lower case has a fold down access door. Older refinishing with slight wear, some joint shrinkage, replaced finial and hour indicator arrow, minor damage to globe, running momentarily when cataloged. 26 1/2" high . ESTIMATE $3,000-4,000
Condition Report: Older refinishing with slight wear, some joint shrinkage, replaced finial and hour indicator arrow, minor damage to globe, running momentarily when cataloged.