watch glass
Datecirca 1650
Inventory Number7303
ClassificationSand Glass
Subject
Dimensions9.5 × 4 × 4 cm (3 3/4 × 1 9/16 × 1 9/16 in.)
Material
AccessoriesNone
DescriptionRound bases, with two ampoules, in self-enclosing cylindrical frame. Two tubular sheet brass frames, each with shaped oval window on opposite sides. One cylinder fits over the over to close frame and may be turned to shut off glass from view. Waist covered with cloth secured by criss-crossed silver cord. Six-pointed stars affixed to bases.
Bases embossed around edge with Roman numerals I to XII, separated by dots.
Bases embossed around edge with Roman numerals I to XII, separated by dots.
Signedunsigned
Inscribedside marked in pen:T / N:4
Curatorial RemarksNever timed--bulb broken.
FunctionDials on either end may be set during use.
ProvenanceHarrold E. Gillingham, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, purchased from M. R. Wray, London, 1931. David Wheatland purchased from Gillingham, 1949. Donated to CHSI August 17, 1988.
