Collection Highlights
Empire State Building, N.Y.C.
1940
1940.978
Oil on canvas
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Luce Center
Section of clock face from the Middle Reformed Dutch Church
Object name
Section of clock face from the Middle Reformed Dutch Church
Date
1800-1850
Medium
Wood, metal
Dimensions
Overall: 65 x 23 1/2 x 4 in. ( 165.1 x 59.7 x 10.2 cm )
Description
Tall wooden section of clock face with remnants of Roman numeral XII on front; applied molded pediment; arched metal frame affixed to back.
Credit Line
Gift of A.O.B.
Object Number
X.270
Gallery Label
This section of a clock dial with the faded numeral "XII" came from the Middle Reformed Dutch Church, built in 1727 on Nassau Street between Cedar and Liberty Streets. In 1844, the building was leased by the U.S. Post Office, and was used by them until 1875.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.