Edward Duffield: Philadelphia Clockmaker, Citizen, Gentleman, 1730-1803
Horologist and American Antiquarian Society member Bob Frishman takes us on a journey through the fascinating life of clockmaker, wealthy property owner, and civic and Anglican leader Edward Duffield (1730-1803). Duffield made, repaired, and sold elegant floor-standing clocks, surveying instruments, and sundials that today are in museums and private collections. He was a life-long friend of Benjamin Franklin, serving as an executor to the great man’s will, and the two men’s families were closely connected and often exchanged extensive visits.