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Pillar and scroll clocks

Scope note

Clocks originating in the United States in the early 19th century, distinguished by slender turned pillars flanking the case between top and base and by a scrolled top.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300041582

Broader Terms used

shelf clocks

Equivalent Terms used

pillar and scroll clock

Created

13yrs ago

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