This 358 page hard-cover book is an essential reference for any student, collector, or dealer in early American clocks, furniture, antiques, or decorative arts. Written by the recognized expert on patent timepieces, this book is the most comprehensive, accurate, and up to date listing of early 19th century New England pre-industrial clockmakers. It includes detailed biographies of over 1,000 clockmakers, cabinetmakers, ornamental painters, brass founders, and allied craftsmen. It has over 650 detailed illustrations, 345 in full color. This book is brand new and in its plastic protective wrapper.