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Girandole clocks

Scope note

Wall clocks first produced in the early 19th century in the United States that resemble banjo clocks but instead of having a rectangular lower frame are circular and are generally decorated with acanthus leaves.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300041601

Broader Terms used

wall clocks

Term used for

clocks, girandole

Equivalent Terms used

girandole clock

Created

13yrs ago

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