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The image is a page from "The Alumni Bulletin" dated December 19, detailing a Simon Willard clock loaned to the Fogg Art Museum. The clock, made by Simon Willard in Roxbury between 1806 and 1828, is described as a long-case clock with a mahogany case featuring inlays and satinwood bandings. It has chamfered and fluted corners, a brass-domed hood, and a gilded wooden eagle perched on the clock.

The clock's case was made by William Fisk of Watertown, known for his clock-case making. The dial, created by William Crosby of Boston, features a stylized phoenix bird in an oval of gilt, with gilt scrolls at each corner. The dial is adorned with four spandrels representing the seasons:

• Spring: A woman in a leghorn hat seated beside an urn holding flowers.
• Summer: A young girl asleep under a tree with a basket of fruit.
• Autumn: A girl in a cape and bonnet seated before a fire, hands covered by a muff.
• Winter: A girl skating with a basket of fruit.

The dial's case and timepieces were painted by an Englishman employed by Willard, whose name is unknown. The painting style is similar to that of John R. Penniman, who did Willard's painting. Miss Theodora Willard of Cambridge is noted as an excellent copyist of these dials.

The clock is described as having a delicate and refined design, with the figures on the clock dial being particularly English in character.

The document is a page from 'The Alumni Bulletin' dated December 16, featuring an article titled 'A Simon Willard Clock.' The article discusses a long-case clock made by Simon Willard, which was loaned by Mr. Vernon Hall to the Fogg Art Museum. The clock, dating from 1806 to 1828, has a mahogany case with satinwood stringing and brass mounts. The dial is noted for its fine workmanship, with a stylized phoenix at the top and spandrels depicting scenes of the four seasons. The clock stands eight feet four inches high. The article also mentions the clock's English artist, who was employed by Willard, and provides details about the painting and design of the clock.

The image displays a page from "The Alumni Bulletin" dated December 1961, featuring an article titled "A Simon Willard Clock." The article discusses a long-case clock on loan to the Fogg Art Museum, made by Simon Willard between 1806 and 1828 in Roxbury, Massachusetts.

Clock Description:

• Case: The clock's case is made of mahogany with inlays, banded with stringings of satinwood. It features chamfered and fluted corners with brass mounts, fretted and domed hood, and a brass final on each side. The case stands eight feet four inches high, excluding the gilded wooden eagle on top.
• Clock Face: The dials of the clock were made with great care and painted with scenes. They were initially painted in up to ten coats, each meticulously rubbed down until smooth.
• Decorative Elements: The clock face features a semi-circle at the top with a stylized phoenix bird and gilt scrolls. The four spandrels around the clock face depict the seasons:
  • Top left: A woman in a leghorn hat holding spring flowers.
  • Top right: A woman representing autumn, reaping wheat.
  • Bottom left: A young girl under a tree with a basket of fruit, representing summer.
  • Bottom right: A young girl asleep under a tree, representing winter.

Historical Context:

• The article mentions that the case was probably made by William Fisk (1770-1844) from Watertown, who often collaborated with Simon Willard.
• The dials were painted by Charles Bullard (Boston and Dedham, 1794-1871), who was paid between $10 and $20 per dial.
• The decorative figures on the clock resemble English work, though the specific artist is unknown. John R. Penniman is suggested as a potential artist due to similarities in style.

The article highlights the exquisite craftsmanship and detailed artistry involved in creating this Simon Willard clock.

The image shows a page from an issue of "The Alumni Bulletin" dated December 16, featuring an article titled "A Simon Willard Clock."

The article details a long-case clock made by Simon Willard, loaned to the Fogg Art Museum. The clock was crafted between 1806 and 1828. Here are some key points from the article:

1. Clock Description:

   • The clock is made of mahogany with inlays and is banded with satinwood stringing.
   • It has chamfered and fluted corners with brass mounts, a fretted and domed hood, and a brass final at each side.
   • The clock stands eight feet, four inches high, excluding the gilded eagle.
   • The case was likely made by William Fisk (1770-1844) of Watertown.

2. Clockmaker:

   • Simon Willard (1802-1887) of Roxbury and Charles Crane Crehore (1793-1879) of Dorchester were notable clock-case makers.

3. Dial and Design:

   • The dial shows a stylized phoenix bird in an oval of gilt, with gilt scrolls at each side.
   • The clock features four spandrels with scenes depicting the seasons:
     • Spring: A woman in a leghorn hat beside an urn holding flowers.
     • Summer: A woman reaping wheat with a sickle.
     • Autumn: A woman seated before a fire, her hands covered by a muff.
     • Winter: A girl asleep under a tree, with a basket of fruit in her lap.

4. Artistic Details:

   • The clock faces were made with great care, painted with eight to ten coats of paint and rubbed down until they were polished.
   • The dials and timepieces were painted by an unknown English artist, possibly John R. Penniman, who was employed by Willard.
   • The figures on the clock are English in character, suggesting the artist was likely English.
   • Charles Bullard (1794-1871), who painted for Willard, was English but had never approached his master in skill.

5. Historical Context:

   • The article notes that Miss Theodora Willard of Cambridge has an excellent example of this type of clock.
   • Charles Bullard, who painted for Willard, was a pupil of an Englishman and moved away around 1828.

The article concludes with a mention of the intricate and delicate work that went into creating the clock faces, highlighting the craftsmanship and artistic elements of Simon Willard's work.

The image is a page from an alumni bulletin, specifically dated December 1961. It features an article titled "A Simon Willard Clock," detailing a long-case clock made by Simon Willard, between 1806 and 1828.

The article describes a clock that was loaned to the Fogg Art Museum by Mr. Vernon Hall. The clock case is made of mahogany, with inlays and bandings of satinwood, featuring chamfered and fluted corners with brass mounts, a fretted and domed hood, and a brass finial at each side. There is a gilded wooden eagle between the clock's sides. The clock stands eight feet four inches high, excluding the gilded eagle.

The dial of the clock is semi-circular, with a phoenix bird at the top in an oval of gilt. The four spandrels on the clock face depict seasonal scenes:

• Top left: A woman in a leghorn hat seated beside an urn, holding flowers, representing spring.
• Top right: Another woman reaping wheat with a sickle, representing autumn.
• Bottom left: A girl asleep under a tree, representing summer.
• Bottom right: A girl in a cape and bonnet, seated before a fire, her hands covered by a muff, representing winter.

The clock faces are detailed with paintings of Willard's case clocks, each painted with eight coats of paint and rubbed down until the dial face looks polished ivory. The figures on the clock are attributed to an unknown English artist, who was employed by Willard for an exorbitant pay of $10 to $20 per dial. The article mentions that Charles Bullard (Boston and Dedham, 1794-1871) painted for Willard, and Miss Theodora Willard of Cambridge has an excellent example of this type.

The bulletin includes a photograph of the clock and its detailed description.

The image is a page from the December 16 issue of "The Alumni Bulletin." The page focuses on a detailed description of a Simon Willard clock.

The article describes a long-case clock made by Simon Willard between 1806 and 1828. It is housed in mahogany with intricate inlays, and is adorned with satinwood stringings. The clock stands eight feet tall, excluding the gilded eagle at the top. The clock's case is likely made by William Fisk, who was a notable clock-case maker of that era.

The dial is semi-circular, featuring a stylized phoenix bird in an oval gilded frame, with gilt scrolls on each side. The clock's faces are detailed with scenes representing the seasons. Each quarter depicts a different scene: spring with a woman holding flowers, summer with a girl asleep under a tree, autumn with a woman reaping wheat, and winter with a girl in a cape and bonnet.

The article notes that the clock faces were meticulously painted with eight to ten coats of paint, each coat rubbed down until the dial face looked like polished ivory. The painting was done by an unknown English artist, employed by Willard for a significant fee. The painting style is characterized by cross-hatching and arabesque designs, and it is attributed to Charles Bullard, a pupil of the artist.

The clock is currently on loan to the Fogg Art Museum.

This is an image of a historical document, specifically a page from "The Alumni Bulletin." At the top of the page, the title "The Alumni Bulletin. Dec.1." is handwritten. The main article is entitled "A Simon Willard Clock" and describes a clock made by a famous American clockmaker named Simon Willard.

The text discusses a clock loaned to the Fogg Art Museum by Mr. Vernon Hall, detailing aspects of the clock's design, including its inlays, chime, and craftsmanship. The article goes on to describe the ornamentation of the clock' face, which features figures representing the seasons, painted by an unknown English artist employed by Willard.

Accompanying the article is a black and white photograph of the Simon Willard Clock. The clock has a tall and narrow case with a circular dial at the top, framed by ornamental designs. Above the dial is a stylized phoenix bird with an oval at each side, and there is further embellishment along the sides of the clock.

The text also refers to Theodora Willard of Cambridge as an excellent example of this type of artist, although the specific identity of the artist who painted Mr. Hall's clock is unknown. There's mention of the clock's value at the time and a reference to Charles Bullard, another figure related to Willard's work.

Other details of the document itself include three punched holes on the left margin, indicating that the page was likely stored in a binder, and some mild discoloration, suggesting age-related wear.

This image is a page from a publication titled "The Alumni Bulletin" dated December 18. The page features an article titled "A Simon Willard Clock," which describes a long-case clock made by Simon Willard of Roxbury between 1806 and 1828. The text details the craftsmanship and features of the clock, including its mahogany case with inlays, chamfered and fluted corners, a fret and domed hood, and a brass finial.

The article credits the case's probable maker as William Fisk, who collaborated with notable individuals like Henry Willard and Charles Crane. The clock's dial, shown in an oval of gilt with scrolls on each side, is exalted for its exceptional fineness. The dial faces are adorned with paintings representing different seasons: spring, autumn, summer, and winter, each depicted with symbolic imagery.

A black and white photograph of the clock is prominently displayed in the center of the page. This image shows the clock with its intricate dial and ornate case. Surrounding the photograph, the article elaborates on the artistic details of the dial, the painter’s method, and the historical context of its creation. Mr. Vernon Hall, who loaned the clock to the Fogg Art Museum, is mentioned as the current owner. The commentary emphasizes the quality and significance of the clock within the realm of historical timepieces.

The image shows a page from "The Alumni Bulletin", dated December 16, featuring an article titled "A Simon Willard Clock." The page includes a detailed description of a long-case clock created by Simon Willard, a renowned American clockmaker. The clock is highlighted as a significant artifact loaned to the Fogg Art Museum by Mr. Vernon Hall.

Key Elements of the Image:

1. Title and Header:

   • The top of the page displays the title "The Alumni Bulletin" with the date "Dec. 16."
   • The main article is titled "A Simon Willard Clock."

2. Text Content:

   • The article provides a comprehensive description of the clock, including its construction, design, and historical significance.
   • It mentions that the clock was made by Simon Willard between 1806 and 1828 and is housed in a case of mahogany, with inlays and banded with stringings of satinwood.
   • The case features fluted corners, brass mounts, and a domed hood, with a gilded wooden eagle at each side and a gilded eagle atop the clock.
   • The clock stands eight feet four inches high, including the eagle.
   • The dial is noted to be exceptionally fine, with four spandrels on the square case depicting seasonal scenes:
     • Spring: A woman in a cape and bonnet, seated by a fire, holding flowers in her lap.
     • Summer: A young girl asleep under a tree, shown with a basket of fruit in her lap.
     • Autumn: Another woman, reaping wheat with a sickle.
     • Winter: A girl in a cape and bonnet, seated before a fire, her hands covered by a muff.
   • The spandrels are edged with gilding and painted with eight coats of paint, each coat rubbed down until the dial face was like polished ivory.
   • The article also discusses Willard's artistic style, noting that the figures on the clock are so English in character that they seem to have been done by an unknown English artist employed by Willard. It references Willard's work for prominent clients like Charles Bullard and John R. Penniman.

3. Illustration:

   • To the right of the text, there is a black-and-white illustration of the Simon Willard long-case clock. The illustration shows the clock in detail, including:
     • The mahogany case with its ornate design.
     • The gilded wooden eagle at the top.
     • The dial face with Roman numerals.
     • The spandrels depicting the seasonal scenes, though the details are not as vivid as described in the text.

4. Handwritten Note:

   • In the top-left corner of the page, there is a handwritten note that reads "Dec.1", likely indicating a date or reference related to the bulletin or article.

Overall Impression:

The page combines descriptive text with an illustrative image to provide a detailed account of a historically significant Simon Willard clock. The article emphasizes the craftsmanship, artistic elements, and historical context of the piece, making it a valuable resource for those interested in American clockmaking and art history. The layout is formal and informative, typical of a scholarly or alumni publication.

The image appears to be a page from a magazine or publication featuring an article about a Simon Willard clock. The article provides details about the clock's design, materials, and history. It mentions that the clock case is made of mahogany with satinwood inlays and brass mounts, and it stands at eight feet, four inches tall. The clock's dials and timepieces are painted with white paint and edged with gilding, and the figures on the clock are represented by a girl in a cape and bonnet, seated before a fire. The article also discusses the clock's creator, Simon Willard, who was a notable clock-case maker in the early 19th century. The image includes a photograph of the clock, showing its intricate design and the scenes depicting the four seasons on the square case. Overall, the article provides a detailed and informative look at this historic clock and its significance in American clockmaking.