DESCRIPTION:
Unsigned, most likely American Clock Co., NY, large iron front, 30 hour, gong striking. This is the same iron case as shown in "A Treasury of American Clocks", pg 178, fig 395. The case would have been available to several Connecticut clock firms, C.1860
CONDITION:
the tip to the hour hand is missing. Much of the stenciled gilt pattern is worn away. There are some chips in the floral decorations. In spite of the losses, it is still a good example of mid 19th Century clock making. Glass is absent from bottom bezel. Original dial is very clean. Ht 20"
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$150
PRICE SOLD:
$80
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Waltham Watch & Clock Co., Circa 1930, 8-day mantel or desk timepiece.
CONDITION:
mahogany case in pretty good condition with some wear and scratches on the base the back. Silvered dial has some darkening, but not as much as appears in the foto. Hands are original. Ht 11"
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$200
PRICE SOLD:
$160
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Waterbury Clock Co., pressed oak gingerbread clock with central calendar, time and gong strike, 8-day. Also with thermometer and weather tube intact, c.1900.
CONDITION:
the case has been attractively refinished. Dial and pendulum are original; old hands are a close match {no need to change}. Dial has some stains and age darkening. There is a good instruction label on the rear. Ht 22"
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$150
PRICE SOLD:
$160
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DESCRIPTION:
English, "Salter's Warranted Economical", brass cased, clock movement roasting jack, Circa 1860.
CONDITION:
case in nice condition with some small dings. Spring is good, movement sound but dirty. Ht 13.5"
ESTIMATE:
$90
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$120
PRICE SOLD:
$80
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DESCRIPTION:
German, Jahresuhrenfabrik, 400 day clock with dome, C.1905, disc pendulum
CONDITION:
the suspension wire is broken and absent; both blocks are there. Top trim and finials intact. Porcelain dial is good. No marks nor numbers, closest match is 1651A. Ht 11"
ESTIMATE:
$90
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$120
PRICE SOLD:
$120
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DESCRIPTION:
Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn, 11 Inch Drop Octagon, 8-day, time only, spring mov't, c.1900
CONDITION:
this case lost its veneer, and has been finished to a maple color over the pine base-wood. Orig painted dial pan has been papered over, and the dial is loose from the pan. Decent label, fully legible. Ht 24"
ESTIMATE:
$90
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$120
PRICE SOLD:
$50
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., WESTMINSTER TAMBOUR, in mahogany, 8-day quarter hour chime clock, C.1925.
CONDITION:
the center [time] mainspring is broken and will need replacing. Otherwise this is a generally clean clock with original chime rods intact [nice tone], and with original, hands, pendulum and clean dial with only minor discoloration. Ht 9"
ESTIMATE:
$90
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$120
PRICE SOLD:
$120
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DESCRIPTION:
Swiss for Tiffany & Co., gilt brass desk clock with jeweled lever mov't, 8-day. back wind, as-found
CONDITION:
this clock came from storage and the dial got damp and discolored along the top and will need refinishing. The entire case has a fine mist of oxidation that will need attention. Set knob absent. Ht 5.5"
ESTIMATE:
$90
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$120
PRICE SOLD:
$55
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American Clock Co., Circa 1870, 8-day time/strike iron front mantel clock. Movement is marked "E. N. Welch", who was one of the partners in the firm.
CONDITION:
copper green (original verdi finish) and gold case in fairly nice with some wear to the finish. Paper dial is not original and appears to be the wrong style. Hands, while old, could be replacements as they look a little short. Clean label inside case. Ht 14"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$140
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DESCRIPTION:
American steeple clock / Forestville Clock Co. mahogany veneered case with replaced 8 day, time and strike spring driven mvt, c1860
CONDITION:
reveneered door, veneer elsewhere is original and has been wire wooled and shellacked over, the dial is a painted steel replacement, the painted tablet in the door is a replacement, retains the original Forestville label which is dark but still legible and is associated with the now replaced 30 hour mvt. Ht 20"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$75
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Ansonia Clock Co. New York, "GRAVITY CLOCK", 36 hour duration from top to bottom, simply raise the clock on the rack to wind.
CONDITION:
this clock ticks and stops; needs a clean. The base and uprights are of bronzed spelter and the right post is splitting due to age and stress. Dial is good; hands are original. See Ly reference, figure 2299. Ht 10"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$115
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Ansonia Clock Co. New York, C.1906, "TICK TACK", one day desk novelty, cast metal with gold paint finish. Depicts a lady calling and listening for a reply.
CONDITION:
the paint is starting to flake, especially on the lady's back. Mov't is dirty; ticks and stops. For reference see Ly's Ansonia book, figure 1906. Current price guide in excellent condition = $275. Ht 10.25"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$100
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Ansonia Clock Co. New York, U.S.A. "HARWICH" model 8 day time and strike spring driven #"6 1/2" movement in mahogany veneered case with Roman numeral porcelain 4" dial with exposed escapement, c1914
CONDITION:
very nice untouched original finish with one sliver of veneer missing along rear case board, the dial has several light hairlines and three tiny flakes in chapter ring, the label is present inside door and in good condition, no pendulum and no spring on strike train. Ht 12"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$40
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Ansonia Clock Co., "10-Inch Kobe", Circa 1901, 8-day time/strike wall clock.
CONDITION:
refinished rosewood veneered case in clean condition. Although it presents very nicely, the doors were most likely grain painted originally. Original paper dial with damage. Hands and pendulum are original. Original design on the lower glass is nearly worn off. Ht 21.5"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$140
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Ansonia Clock Co., Ansonia, Conn. "BERKELEY" model 8 day time and strike spring driven mvt in carved walnut case with Roman 6" nickel plated pan dial, c1894
CONDITION:
refinished case, original dial with some staining 10 through 1 with good signature and insignia, good condition and no loss on metallic colored transfer on glass in door, original nickel plated pendulum. Ht 22 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$80
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Ansonia Clock Co., NY. "LINDELL" model from Ansonia's "L" Assortment series with 8 day time and half hour strike spring driven mvt in carved oak case with nickel plated 6" dial pan, c1901
CONDITION:
refinished case, darkened original dial but still looks presentable, good condition on metallic colored transfer on glass in door with less than 5% loss, original nickel plated pendulum in excellent condition. Ht 22 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$130
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E. Ingraham & Co., C.1913, "Cabinet No. 8 variant", 8-day time/strike mantel clock.
CONDITION:
refinished oak case in nice clean condition. This looks to be a Cabinet no. 8 model with the pillar design that was used in the Cabinet no. 7. Original paper dial has darkened a little, but overall is very nice for its age. Hands are original. Pendulum glass probably had some form of a border that is now missing. A pivot repair has been effected by adding a tab of brass with a sheet metal screw - see near center of detail image; seems to run OK. Ht 15.5"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$55
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E. Ingraham Co., Bristol Conn. "ATLANTIC" model gingerbread clock from Ingraham's Ocean Line series 8 day time and half hour strike spring driven mvt in oak case with Arabic numeral gilt pan 6" dial, c1915
CONDITION:
refinished case, original dial in good condition with no losses (some discoloration near winding hole at 8), original pendulum, gilt transfer printed on glass is in fair condition and 90%+ present. Ht 22 3/4"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$130
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E. Ingraham Co., Bristol Conn. "CAYUGA" model gingerbread clock from Ingraham's Lake Line seried 8 day time and half hour strike spring driven mvt in oak case with Arabic numeral gilt pan 6" dial, c1915
CONDITION:
refinished case, the top of the upper carved piece has been reglued, the dial is original and in good condition with no tears or loss, the pendulum is original, the gilt transfer on glass is in good condition with little loss, no labels. Ht 22"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$130
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E. Ingraham Co., Bristol Conn. "PANSY" model mantel clock 8 day time, strike and alarm spring driven mvt in walnut case, c1890
CONDITION:
nicely patinated old refinish, repapered gilt pan dial, original pendulum, fair condition of gilt transfer on glass 90%+ intact, label present in bottom of case but discolored and somewhat difficult to read. Ht 34"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$153
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E. Ingraham, Bristol Conn. "DORIC No. 2" mantel clock 30 hour time and strike spring driven mvt in mahogany & rosewood veneered case with RN painted gilt pan dial and a tablet featuring a lovely decal transfered portrait of a striking young lady, c1874
CONDITION:
old refinished case with veneer in good condition (one chip out of side near the corner of the base), old tablet probably not original but with nice portrait, repainted dial, the label is dark, wrinkled and difficult to read but present. Ht 16"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$45
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E. N. Welch, Forestville, Conn., C.1870, 30-hour steeple timepiece with alarm.
CONDITION:
mahogany veneered case in nice clean as found condition in an original finish. Original painted dial has some paint loss at the mounting pins and small area above 12 o'clock. Tablet is original with lifting of paint in several areas. Hands are original. Clean label inside case. Ht 15"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$150
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E.N. Welch Mfg. Co., Forestville Conn. "MARTINI" model mantel clock with 8 day time and half hour strike spring driven mvt in oak case with Arabic numeral painted gilt pan dial, c1891
CONDITION:
refinished case, original dial signed "WELCH" with spotting, glazed window in bottom door displaying pendulum, original hands, two very nice labels on rear case board giving model name and directions. Ht 17"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$90
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E.N. Welch, Forestville, Conn. gingerbread clock 8 day time and strike spring driven mvt in walnut case with Roman numeral paper over gilt dial, c1890
CONDITION:
nicely patinated very old refinish, replaced paper on dial pan (no signature), no labels present, the tablet is in excellent condition with almost no loss, original cast pendulum bob depicting eagle perched on shield, original hands retaining little of the original paint. 23"H
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$160
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English, c.1925, Astral, going barrel movement, in an oak veneer Art Deco case with MOP inlay for the Roman numerals. Gong strike, 8-day.
CONDITION:
some of the finish has deteriorated and is off the base. One mov't mount screw has been over-tightened and come through at the numeral 7. Still the movement is sound and complete and the case will clean up nicely. The movement is marked "Made in England"; the case is marked "Case English Made". Ht 7.5"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$40
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English, pair of period brass sheathed tall clock weights, lead filled with caps and hole end hangers. One is 12 pounds and the other 10 pounds.
CONDITION:
although with some dents and discoloration, a very serviceable pair of weights. Length of longest = 8"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$160
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German, Badische Uhrenfabrik, c.1900, musical alarm clock, 1-day, back wind & set, with small cylinder box in the base.
CONDITION:
overall very good original condition, with original dial intact and the musical movement plays a lively tune for around 3 minutes before running down. Minor nicks and abrasion to case commensurate with age. Ht 7"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$110
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German, Gustav Becker (Silesia), spring driven wall regulator, with creamy porcelain dial and rod strike.
CONDITION:
there is no top trim to this case. The case has been refinished and there are some veneer repairs. Otherwise the clock is original, & mov't is clean. Overall good condition. Ht. 28"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$70
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New Haven Clock Co, New Haven Conn "TIBER" model 30 hour time and strike spring driven mvt in walnut case with gilt pan 5 1/2" Roman numeral dial, c1880
CONDITION:
case has been stripped and waxed but no new finish applied, the painted dial is flaking, the multicolor gilt, black, red and green transfer on the glass is in good condition with less than 10% loss, pendulum is an F/S Indicator model and the label is 95% present and very dark but still legible. Ht 20"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$60
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New Haven Clock Co., New Haven Conn. "OCTAGON PRIZE" mantel clock 30 hour, time and strike and alarm spring driven mvt in mahogany veneered case with Roman numeral painted zinc dial, c1878
CONDITION:
very old well patinated refinish, the veneer has some minor damage around the bottom of the base, particularly at the corners as well as a couple of other areas of minor loss, original dial shows minor flaking concealed behind the bezel, original reverse painted tablet is in good condition with almost no loss, label in excellent condition with almost no deterioration. Ht 15 1/4"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$40
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New Haven Clock Co., walnut gingerbread clock, with cathedral gong and indicator pendulum, C.1885
CONDITION:
small remains of a label on reverse. Otherwise in excellent original condition, including mov't, hands, dial, pend, tablet and finish. Runs and strikes. Ht 20.5"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$80
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., "ST. PAUL", Circa 1880, 8-day time/strike city series mantel clock, as-found
CONDITION:
refinished walnut case is in need of restoration. The veneer just below the curved top has a small bubble. The decorative elements for the top sides of the door are missing, the gong and base are replacements and the pendulum is from a Waterbury. The hands are replaced. Weak label inside bottom of case. Ht 21"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$150
PRICE SOLD:
$160
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn, C.1894 [dated] "ADAMANTINE" mantel clock with cello veneer in a light tan or walnut color, and with embossed brass dial.
CONDITION:
generally good condition, the cello has oxidized a bit and is rough to the touch, needs polishing. Retains good label on base and with original production stencil G1894 {printed backwards on case}, and with a good Adamantine label also. Ht 11"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$140
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Seth Thomas Clock Company, Thomaston Conn gingerbread clock 8 day time, half hour strike and alarm spring driven mvt in oak case with Roman numeral signed dial, c1895
CONDITION:
nicely patinated very old refinish, good original dial with minor discoloration and spotting, strong signature, original cast pendulum bob and original hands, very nice label on rear with instructions and advertisement for Seth Thomas watches and label on the bottom of inside of case 75% intact and covered in varnish, very nice tablet with only minor losses. Ht 23 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$90
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The E. Ingraham Clock Co., Bristol, Conn. "GARNET" model 8 day, time and strike, spring driven mvt in walnut case with "basket weave" pressing and Roman numeral gilt brass dial pan 6" dial, c1895
CONDITION:
refinished case, original dial with spotting, staining and yellowing, gilt transfer glass in door is in very good condition with almost no loss, good label 95%+ intact and easily legible, original pendulum. Ht 23"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$140
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UNITED CLOCK CO.: Brooklyn, N.Y., 379 De Kalb Ave., C.1940. Model 990, 4-glass "regulator" with little plastic dancers in French attire, dancing around in a circle. 110v, w/ original cord
CONDITION:
Runs; the motor for the time has a bevel gear take off that rotates the carousel below. This clock is a de-accessioned item from the American Clock & Watch Museum. Case is gold plated pot metal; dancers and parts are plastic. Complete and sound. Ht 10.5"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$50
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Waterbury Clock Co., Waterbury Conn. "FESTUS" model 8 day, time and strike spring driven mvt in oak case with Rococo gilt pan 6" dial, c1906
CONDITION:
refinished case, original dial with minor discoloration and no loss, original pendulum. gilt transfer on glass is in excellent condition with almost no loss, label on rear case board is only 30% present. Ht 22"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$90
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Waterbury Clock Co., Waterbury Conn. "FISHKILL" model 8 day time and strike spring driven mvt in oak case with gilt pan dial, c1890
CONDITION:
old refinish, original dial with few losses, brass hands, the gilt transfer on glass is in excellent condition with no losses and depicts crane spreading its wings, label on rear case board is very dark but still legible. Ht 22 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$80
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Waterbury Clock Co., Waterbury Conn. "KELSO" gingerbread clock with 8 day time and strike on gong spring driven mvt in oak case with Rococo style 6" paper over gilt pan dial, c1891
CONDITION:
refinished case, original dial in good condition with strong signature and minor discoloration, missing front glass in door, label with stain along left side and 80% present, original cast pendulum. Ht 22"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$70
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Waterbury Clock Co., Waterbury, Conn. "PAWLING" model 8 day, time and strike spring driven mvt in walnut case with Roman numeral, nickel plated dial pan 6" dial, c1891
CONDITION:
refinished case with restored top and carved ears, original painted dial with one small flake, the metallic colored transfer on glass door is in excellent condition depicting crane spreading its wings, original pendulum, two labels on rear of case board, stained but still presentable and legible. Ht 21 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$130
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DESCRIPTION:
Westminster Clock Co, Korea, Modern, C.1980, small waisted case of light mahogany with a 30-day spring mov't with one at the hour strike [drop off].
CONDITION:
the painted metal dial is signed. Overall very good original condition. Copy of a German original. Ht 12"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$110
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Wm. L. Gilbert Clock Co., Winsted, Conn. "CALPE" model 8 day time and strike spring driven mvt in walnut case with nickel plated 6" pan dial, c1885
CONDITION:
very nice old refinish, repapered dial without signature, metallic colored transfer on glass is in very good condition with no loss, original Gilbert F/S indicator pendulum, label on the rear case board is fully intact and very legible. Ht 20"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$140
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French, brass cased carriage timepiece, with cylinder platform, in an Obis case, c.1910, and with alarm
CONDITION:
this was a souvenir quality carriage clock, and the Obis case was the least expensive case to produce. All 5 panes of glass are good. The porcelain dial has a hairline that extends from the center hole in a curve toward 7. The alarm bell is under the base section. Ht 5.5"
ESTIMATE:
$70
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$90
PRICE SOLD:
$120
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Ansonia Clock Co., cast pot metal BANK novelty, the case depicting dogs and horseback hunters capturing a wild boar, and the back with slots for coins and a key lock door to remove the money {this door soldered shut}
CONDITION:
this is the second of two of this model in this auction. Both have pretty good finish to the cases, but on this one, the rear door is no longer serviceable {unless you removed the solder that has been applied to the rear door. Dial is age darkening but fully legible. Ht 5.5"
ESTIMATE:
$60
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$90
PRICE SOLD:
$15
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Ansonia Clock Co., New York, C.1900, "NOVELTY No. 279" cast metal desk novelty, with 1-day rear wind mov't, with porcelain dial
CONDITION:
there are some hairlines in the dial around 10. This is a brass plated iron case, and the brass has worn away on top edges and rust is showing through. A cute clock in generally good condition. Ht 5.1"
ESTIMATE:
$60
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$90
PRICE SOLD:
$20
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Ansonia Clock Co., small flow blue porcelain cased novelty with transfer of a gentleman with large hat, 1-day back wind, c.1910
CONDITION:
the movement is loose in the case and the paper dial is dark from someone oiling the movement. Case is flawless, however mov't fits loosely and may not be original to the case. Ht 7"
ESTIMATE:
$60
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$90
PRICE SOLD:
$20
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German, 30 hour portable desk clock, c.1890, with painted aviary decorations, in the French style, pendulette mov't with attached pendulum.
CONDITION:
round pendulette movement ticks and alarms but is very dirty. The case has some paint loss to the top and some places on the sides. The alarm set hand is broken away from its hub and needs replacing. A decorative item. Ht 7"
ESTIMATE:
$60
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$90
PRICE SOLD:
$50
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Unsigned, likely Jerome, 8-day rosewood, marine style octagon with large balance/ lever escapement, C.1850
CONDITION:
there are some corner chips to the veneer, and the original painted dial is weak, and with some efforts to touch up the black. The case back has a dry split and someone tacked on two pieces if tin can lid to reinforce it on the inside (does not show from the outside, where orig paper dust cover is intact) Ht 8.3"
ESTIMATE:
$60
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$90
PRICE SOLD:
$60
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French, Time & alarm carriage clock, C.1880, in an unusual oval case, as-found needing work.
CONDITION:
the platform has a broken balance staff and will need replacing with a Swiss unit. The winding stem for the alarm is broken off flush at the click wheel. Porcelain dial is good as is beveled crystal {which is loose}. Ht 5.5"
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$30
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German, c.1910, brass front alarm clock in the shape of a building, and the bell at the apex, 1-day back wind
CONDITION:
well it does tick, alarm hammer is missing, so it just buzzes at alarm time [slot is there under the bell]. The paper dial has a tear at 9 o'clock. Width = 9.2, ht = 7.5"
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$15
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German, in the French Style, C.2000 (modern), 2-wt dial clock, as-found, dial with inscription "La Rose de St. Auban"
CONDITION:
this clock will tick and strike, however the 2 weights are too large in diameter (they are iron tall clock weights) and now interfere with the pendulum, stopping the clock. Hour hand is broken away from its hub and needs repair. Ht tip to tip, 36"
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$70
PRICE SOLD:
$20
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Jerome & Co., (New Haven Clock Co.), C.1860, 30-hour time & gong strike OG shelf clock.
CONDITION:
refinished rosewood and mahogany veneered case in clean condition with small veneer chips on the base. Dial is a modern replacement. Tablet is a replacement also. Hands are period. Mov't complete and sound. Retains a good legible label. Ht 26"
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$50
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Jonathan Burr, Lexington, Mass, dated 1836, column and splat, 1-day wooden works
CONDITION:
the alarm train is missing from the movement. The top glass is missing. Replacement mirror is broken. Generally good label is legible. Splat is a replacement. NO weights. Ht 34"
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$100
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Seth Thomas, Thomaston, Conn. "TUDOR NO. 1" time, strike and alarm 8 day sprind driven movement in mahogany veneered case with Roman numeral papered dial, c1879
CONDITION:
original finish has been rubbed down, the case is in poor condition with several areas of veneer loss outside the bezel and a section of veneer and base wood missing along the rear edge, the dial is darkened, the label is in good condition with no losses and legible, no pendulum. Ht 15 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$40
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Waterbury Clock Co. Waterbury, Conn. "DROP OCTAGON 10 INCH" wall clock with 8 day time only spring driven mvt in oak veneer case with Roman numeral painted zinc pan 10" dial, C.1910
CONDITION:
refinished case with small burn mark to the right of the dial, the dial has deteriorated and faded significantly, the tablet in the lower glass door is original and in good condition. Ht 22"
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$70
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Wm. L. Gilbert Clock Co., Winsted, Conn. "BURL" model one day time and alarm spring driven movement in stained poplar case with grain painted door and Roman numeral painted zinc 4" dial, c1881
CONDITION:
original finish case with very little loss has had an old coat of varnish reapplied, dial is in good condition with no flaking or loss, metallic colored transfer on glass door is in good condition, original embossed pendulum. Ht 11"
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$170
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DESCRIPTION:
American steeple clock, incomplete, mahogany veneered case with zinc painted dial and period mvt in a bag, c1870
CONDITION:
original finish on case, dial with fading numerals and some minor loss, mvt is missing great wheel and arbor on time side, nice glass tablet in door. Ht 20 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$40
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$60
PRICE SOLD:
$10
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DESCRIPTION:
Parker Clock Co., Meriden, Conn., Circa 1900, 30-hour alarm timepiece.
CONDITION:
nickel plated case with wear to the finish and the handle. Original paper dial is stained and has age darkened. Hands are original. Good example of Parker's production. Ht 5"
ESTIMATE:
$40
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$60
PRICE SOLD:
$50
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Miller USA hanging porcelain wall clock 8 day spring driven pin pallet mvt, c1930, made by E. Ingraham for Miller
CONDITION:
no cracks or chips in the porcelain. Ht 10 1/2" Width 10 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$30
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$50
PRICE SOLD:
$60
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DESCRIPTION:
Case only, French, Porcelain china with hand painted floral decorations on the sides, & an accented transfer of cherubs below the dial opening of 4", light powder blue in color.
CONDITION:
there are a couple of hairlines in the case, and part of the opening has been chipped away at the rear to clear the screw for the mounting strap {not visible from the front}. Ht 12"
ESTIMATE:
$25
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$45
PRICE SOLD:
$30
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DESCRIPTION:
Quartz cottage clock with handcrafted, made in 1970. Ht 11 1/2"
CONDITION:
sold "as is".
ESTIMATE:
$5
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$10
PRICE SOLD:
$5
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DESCRIPTION:
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, C.1896 "No. 844", porcelain china, mini tall case without movement.
CONDITION:
very good original condition. This case is hard to find in good condition, and will receive any Ansonia small novelty size fit-up movement [diameter 2.2"]. Patent date on rear = 16 July 1895. Ht 14.5"
ESTIMATE:
$150
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$200
PRICE SOLD:
$110
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DESCRIPTION:
English, Lot of three [3] fusee timepiece movements, all complete with motion works and verges, mid 1800s.
CONDITION:
a good serviceable lot, as-found, dirty, from storage, all tick with finger pressure on the trains. Two have shaped plates; all with well shaped baluster pillars. One bid for all 3. Hts 6 to 7"
ESTIMATE:
$150
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$200
PRICE SOLD:
$160
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DESCRIPTION:
Lot of 4 glass domes: two very old / thin ovals measure 16 x 11 x 6" on a veneered base that once held a cylinder music box, [no music] and 15 x 8 x 5.5" deep on an old ebonized wood base, and two 4.5 x 11 round domes for 400 day clocks.
CONDITION:
domes are fine, no chips nor cracks, just dirty. See measurements in description.
ESTIMATE:
$150
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$250
PRICE SOLD:
$265
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DESCRIPTION:
5-Bells and echo chamber from a Seth Thomas Sonora chime mantel clock.
CONDITION:
we are not sure which model these came from but it appears to be from a Chime clock no 14, 11 or 61. All 5 bells are intact and ringing true. Width of box = 7 1/8 depth = 5 5/8 inches.
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$150
PRICE SOLD:
$50
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DESCRIPTION:
Box lot of American Clock Movements- Approximately (30) clock movements and (4) alarm movements including Ansonia, Waterbury, E. Ingraham, Terry & Andrews Seth Thomas, etc
CONDITION:
box lots sold "as is", no further condition report available. Not all contents are necessarily pictured.
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$200
PRICE SOLD:
$210
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DESCRIPTION:
Box lot- (5) boxes including a large quantity of dials, movements, doors, bezels, dial pans, hands, pendulums, French Empire capitals, etc
CONDITION:
box lots sold "as is", no further condition report available. Not all contents are necessarily pictured.
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$150
PRICE SOLD:
$170
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DESCRIPTION:
Box lot- Cuckoo clocks and partial cuckoo clocks including (3) movements with cases, (3) cases only and (2) movements only and other assorted cuckoo parts
CONDITION:
box lots sold "as is", no further condition report available. Not all contents are necessarily pictured.
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$200
PRICE SOLD:
$20
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DESCRIPTION:
French dial and movement only, complete with bell and exposed escapement
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$200
PRICE SOLD:
$80
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DESCRIPTION:
German movements- (2) three train tall clock movements, Junghans bracket clock movement and assorted other movements
CONDITION:
box lots sold "as is", no further condition report available. Not all contents are necessarily pictured.
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$200
PRICE SOLD:
$10
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DESCRIPTION:
Pendulum only, American, gridiron, from a Geo. Jones, NY pinwheel wall regulator, 80 beat case.
CONDITION:
one small/ minor ding on rt side of bob, but overall this is in excellent original condition, includes proper leader / keystone section. Some tarnish and roughness on rods. We sold this item last Nov, lot 281, but the buyer forgot to pay+pick it up. A hard item to find if you need it. Length = 27"
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$200
PRICE SOLD:
$200
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(2) Jefferson Electric Company, Bellwood Ill. "GOLDEN SUSPENSE" model electric mystery clocks. Ht 13"
CONDITION:
sold "as is".
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$100
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DESCRIPTION:
Case only, Samuel Terry, C.1835, carved column and splat. Note very unusual twisty carved columns and well detailed double cornucopia splat.
CONDITION:
case has some veneer issues...several large pieces missing and has been refinished long ago. However retains an excellent dial, decent but dark label. Note columns are like twisted vines with foliate capitals. Ht 33"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$125
PRICE SOLD:
$120
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DESCRIPTION:
Case only- J.C. Brown (Forestville Manufacturing Co) Bristol Conn. large cottage clock case "as found"
CONDITION:
large cutout hole in rear board, stip of veneer missing on the base, some losses on tablet. Ht 15"
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$90
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DESCRIPTION:
Lot- (6) Ingraham alarm clocks, (6) New Haven travel clocks with leather or faux leather cases and a Terryville Mfg Co. Terryville Conn. candlestick clock
CONDITION:
group lots sold "as found", candlestick clock missing dust cover, on broken base and has good dial.
ESTIMATE:
$75
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$100
PRICE SOLD:
$160
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DESCRIPTION:
"Crosa" brand, modern Swinger, plastic molded figure with quartz movement, C.1998.
CONDITION:
complete but needs work to run, in original shipping box. Ht approximately 24"
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$5
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DESCRIPTION:
(2) desk clocks and (1) alarm clock; Tiffany & Co by Chelsea Clock Co. U.S.A. Ht 4", Jefferson electric "500" model Ht 5 1/2" and a plastic Chinese plastic alarm
CONDITION:
sold "as is". Tiffany clock missing minute hand and bezel in homemade tambour case.
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$15
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(2) Jefferson Electric Company, Bellwood Ill. "GOLDEN HELM" and "GOLDEN SECRET" models electric mystery clocks. Ht 7" & 8"
CONDITION:
motors seem to turn and cords are still good, however sold "as is", parts are available from Timesavers in Scottsdale, AZ.
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$40
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DESCRIPTION:
American punch card movement driven by clock mvt (not included) by International Time Recording Co or Cincinatti Time Recorder, s#1376 c1920
CONDITION:
complete, less ribbon and ribbon rollers; the type wheels engage with axle connected to clock mechanism, sold "as found". Ht 13 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$1
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DESCRIPTION:
Austin Chittenden, Lexington, Mass, C.1835, time, strike & alarm half column and splat.
CONDITION:
splat and one chimney are lacking, no mirror, NO weights. Retains very good original stenciling on the columns, and a good period embossed pendulum; dial is very clean. Decent label, clean and fully legible. Ht 33"
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$140
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(2) Sangamo electric synchronous motor table clocks. Ht 6" & 7"
CONDITION:
these are not Sangamo self-winding examples.
ESTIMATE:
$40
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$60
PRICE SOLD:
$1
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(3) desk clocks; two Seth Thomas "COMO" models 8 day time only mvt Ht 5 1/2" and a United electric in ship's wheel style Ht 8"
CONDITION:
sold "as is".
ESTIMATE:
$40
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$60
PRICE SOLD:
$5
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English, lot of two [2] cast iron tall clock weights, with hooks intact, c.1840.
CONDITION:
ok, larger one weighs 13 pounds, smaller 11 pounds, ht 11"
ESTIMATE:
$30
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$50
PRICE SOLD:
$110
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DESCRIPTION:
A lot of 3 modern clocks shelves, hand made, not from Asia, ranging from 15 to 29" wide.
CONDITION:
joints tight, and all 3 are very serviceable.
ESTIMATE:
$20
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$30
PRICE SOLD:
$60
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DESCRIPTION:
Neslo Movement Stand, by Hjalmar Olsen, Watertown, Mass, C.1970. Mr. Olsen was well know by local repairmen as a good machinist and a good source of quality tools [such as this stand] and clock keys. Lot includes one of his key size charts.
CONDITION:
as good as new. Ht 8"
ESTIMATE:
$10
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$15
PRICE SOLD:
$45
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DESCRIPTION:
Books [2], Vols I + II auction catalogs covering the "RARE CLOCK COLLECTION OF THE LATE ANTHONY J. SPOSATO", new, never used, with leatherette covers and gold lettering. From Oct 1985 and Jan 1986. 198 pages total of the two. published by Richard C. Bourne Co., Inc.
CONDITION:
as new, from storage. 8.25 x 11.25" hard bound, illustrated in black & white except for 22 pages in color, each. This pair of books is one of the best American clock references around, and were very expensive from Bournes 25 years ago. No post-sale price key.
ESTIMATE:
$50
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$75
PRICE SOLD:
$300
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DESCRIPTION:
Ansonia Clock Co.., Brooklyn, New York, "JUMPER No. 2", 1-day spring novelty, with replacement doll.
CONDITION:
the hand-made doll is nicely done, and a proper replacement copy. However doll may need a little more ballast to assist the mov't in escaping. Ht 14.5"
ESTIMATE:
$700
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$475
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C.1910, German, Junghans, ELEPHANT swing clock, the clock contained in the gilded "arm" supported by his trunk, back wind, center set, and with porcelain dial, 8-day.
CONDITION:
overall excellent original condition; perfect dial and original hands. Ht 11"
ESTIMATE:
$700
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$350
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., CHIME CLOCK No. 72, playing Westminster chimes on straight rods, with an engraved and silvered arched dial, and using #113 highest grade movement, and with subsidiary dials for Chime / Silent and F/S.
CONDITION:
this is a one family clock from San Diego, last repaired at a local facility there. It is in very good original condition. Ht 14.7"
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$330
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DESCRIPTION:
French, Mini Ball Swinger, suspended from a cast and patinated white metal eagle with brass beak, mounted to a turned wooden base.
CONDITION:
this clock stood near the ocean and there is some white oxidation coming to the surface, seen on close examination. Otherwise in clean condition and runs OK. Ht 13"
ESTIMATE:
$1750
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$2250
PRICE SOLD:
$500
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French, Waterfall Automaton, C.1840, with a small and well made silk-thread susp, bell strike movement. The twisty glass tube simulates water pouring from the lion's mouth. The automaton is a separate movement in the base of the clock, wound from the rear.
CONDITION:
the glass tube has been removed for shipment and will need re-installing. Bronze finish on the case and gilt highlights are all fine. Ht 15"
ESTIMATE:
$1750
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$2250
PRICE SOLD:
$625
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French, Waterfall Automaton, C.1860, with a small bell strike movement with early cylinder platform. The twisty glass tube simulates water pouring from the maidens jug above the clock. The automaton is a separate movement in the base of the clock, wound from the right side.
CONDITION:
very good to excellent condition overall, the two tone bronze & ormolu case is still bright and attractive. The quality of the mounts and maiden is outstanding. Well made bell strike movement; note driveshaft for the water goes up between bell and movement, requiring a platform mov't. Ht 17"
ESTIMATE:
$1750
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$2750
PRICE SOLD:
$2300
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French, Gilt Wood, 3-pc Lyre set, C.1890, small time only pendulum mov't, with swinging brilliant ring, and with 2 matching candle stands, gold leaf with polychrome floral accents.
CONDITION:
overall very good original condition. The gilding is still bright and the flower decorations still intact. The porcelain dial is perfect and cast /gilt hands are still intact. Ht 12"
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$625
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German, (Meyer?), Novelty Chalet Automaton, C.1875. Note the dog in center of log cabin has a panting tongue, and the man at the left has his head bobbing back and forth as he tries to see what is going on. Two lovers at right in romantic embrace. Like other clock in this series, this one utilizes a small, pendulette movement, with the dog's tongue and gents head attached by a wire to the verge.
CONDITION:
overall in good original condition. Gold paint on all figures is well oxidized. Chalet retains original dark stain, well carved to look like individual logs. Ht 7"
ESTIMATE:
$750
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$600
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German, Junghans, MONKEY AUTOMATON, his eyes move up and down as his mouth opens farther/farther and then closes. 1-day time movement.
CONDITION:
the silvered dial is in good original condition; exterior finish on the case is very good and original. An extra nice example of this model. Ht 9.8"
ESTIMATE:
$750
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$950
PRICE SOLD:
$400
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Ansonia Clock Co.., Brooklyn, New York, "JUMPER No. 2", 1-day spring novelty, with replacement doll.
CONDITION:
the doll appears to be around 25 years old, some age, and his swing is a bit small and the wire harness too small and fine. He has lead weights inside, but is still to light to get the mov't to escape. Ht 14.5"
ESTIMATE:
$700
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$375
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., Plymouth Hollow, Conn., Circa 1860, 30-hour time/alarm "Procter's patent Burglar and Fire-Detective clock" novelty mantel clock.
CONDITION:
rosewood veneered case in clean condition in an old finish with a couple of very minor veneer flakes on the base a ding on the back left corner. Original gilding on the door molding with some loss. Door mirror is original. Original dial has some paint loss at the winding arbor, small area on the right side and at the mounting pins. Hands are original. "C-Type" movement has been factory modified to trip a match mounted in the holder on top of the case to strike and light the small lamp when the alarm has been set. A string could be a attached to movement that when fastened to a door would set off the alarm in case of an intruder or in case of a fire the string would burn and also set of the alarm. Examples of this clock can be found in Tran Du Ly's "Seth Thomas Clocks & Movements 3rd ed., Vol. 2, pg. 736". There is a pretty good label (85%) on rear of the case, darkening but legible. Ht 12"
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$950
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Ansonia Clock Co. New York, "JUMPER NO. 1", C.1896, movement held aloft by a single pole, nickel plated stand, the pin pallet movement released by the ceramic doll jumping up and down. Repro doll with blue vest..
CONDITION:
the last time this timepiece was cleaned, the outer case was installed onto its stand backwards, hence you see the reverse of the stand when viewing the dial. This is easily reversed. The original paper dial is very clean with only minor losses. The hand set stem is present, but slips on the shaft. Easy restoration. Ht 15.3"
ESTIMATE:
$550
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$750
PRICE SOLD:
$475
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Ansonia Clock Co., New York, C.1900, "JUG" cast metal desk novelty in the shape of a pitcher or jug, with one day timepiece movement.
CONDITION:
another hard to find Ansonia model, this one is listed in Ly's Ansonia book, item #2085. Note there is an abraded spot on the rear , near the center, where something hard rubbed against this on a long trip. Some wear to silver plating, but otherwise it is in very good original condition. Ht 9.6"
ESTIMATE:
$350
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$450
PRICE SOLD:
$130
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DESCRIPTION:
Ansonia Clock Co. New York, "JUMPER NO. 1", C.1896, movement held aloft by a single pole, nickel plated stand, the pin pallet movement released by the ceramic doll jumping up and down. Female doll in light pink.
CONDITION:
this clock lived by the sea and the nickel plated stand has oxidized to gray and is rough to the touch. The paper dial has darkened from oil on the movement. Quality repro doll is very fine. Ht 15.3"
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$210
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