Watch Holder, c. 1905
Maker Unknown
United States
In the early days of the "horseless carriage", automobiles were open vehicles with a dash or kick board in front of the driver's legs. The first car clocks were often large timepieces in heavy leather holders which were slung over the dashboard.
Donated by Clyde M. Berger, Jr. NAWCC #12673
1999.20.5