Simon
Willard Tall Clock
by Robert B. Materne
Overall height, 92"
Width 20"
Depth 9 5/8"
Simon Willard Tall Clock is a Roxbury case with a hand made reproduction
movement. This is a federal period (1793) case highlighted with
delicate inlays and fretwork. What is so special about this clock
is its total attention to detail and proportion.
Robert B. Materne has attempted to reproduce this clock as faithfully
as possible, using the same materials and techniques used at the
turn of the 18th century. Solid mahogany, mahogany veneer over pine,
inlays of Satinwood, Ebony, Holly, and a backboard of pine are found
in both the original and this clock. The finish is shellac that Robert
mixes himself, as was done back then. The glass in my bonnet is hand
blown, cut, and flattened in an oven.