DESCRIPTION:
France, fancy crystal regulator mantel clock, 8 days, time and bell strike, spring driven movement in a green onyx and cloisonne case with four enameld full columns flanking dial and rear door, enamel and onyx urn finial, cloissone mercury pendulum, cloisonne floor inside clock visible through beveled glasses and resting on cast brass feet. The brass dial has matching cloisonne bezel and dial insert and painted polychrome floral festoons..
CONDITION:
there are only a couple of small flakes in the onyx and the cloisonne is in excellent condition. The original mercury pendulum retains its mercury and the dial has a couple of light hairlines and the central dial insert is loose. The movement strikes but does not tick..
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$3000
PRICE SOLD:
$2100
CIRCA: 1875
DIMENSIONS: 16in x 8in x 6in
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DESCRIPTION:
France, Crystal Regulator with green onyx and brass case. 8 day time and strike Japy Freres Medaille D'Honneur movement with rack & snail half hour striking, two matching onyx and bronze garniture figural urns.
CONDITION:
except for very minor edge chips, the green stone is in fine condition. The clock's brasses are brightly polished, but the feet of the side pieces appear to have been painted gold. Note that the urns have removable cups. The enamel dial, with its multicolor floral garlands, is fine; all beveled glasses are good except for one small lower corner chip (not seen) in a side panel. The compensating pendulum is intact. The movement appears very clean, and its ticks and strikes. A very handsome set. Ht of clock 21 in
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$550
CIRCA: 1890
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DESCRIPTION:
Japy Freres, Paris, France, also marked Cardien, Paris & Cheron, polychrome painted porcelain figural mantel clock, 8 days, time and strike, spring driven movement with silk thread suspension in a highly decorative porcelain case featuring a male and female satyr flanking a painted horn of plenty with white enamel dial.
CONDITION:
the case is in very good condition with a small break hidden behind the female satyr and the rear cover is absent. The movement ticks but the strike will need adjustment. The dial has several light hairlines.
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$375
DIMENSIONS: 18in x 12in x 6in
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DESCRIPTION:
French, black marble & bronze mantel clock, with red marble columns and red trim moldings, and with incised gilt accents, and with 8 day gong strike movement.
CONDITION:
first, this is a very heavy clock and will require special handling for shipment. The right rear foot facing came unglued and needs reattaching; it is inside the case. Movement requires a simple single rod pendulum which is absent [replacements available from Timesavers in Scottsdale, AZ]. Black slate dial painted with red Roman numerals.
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$750
DIMENSIONS: 22in x 13in x 7in
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DESCRIPTION:
Japy Freres, Paris, France, figural mantel clock, 8 days, time and strike, spring driven movement in a slate and brass topped and banded case with additional brass trim and surmounted by troubadour cradling his lyre with cream enamel dial.
CONDITION:
the case is in very good condition with little gilding remaining and only a couple of small chips in the slate on the right side. The figure is screw mounted to the top, but the screws are absent. The movement ticks and strikes but has not been fully tested and the bell is a replacement. This large, heavy and very fancy clock is in excellent condition and has a lot of eye appeal.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$325
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 27in x 13.5in x 7in
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DESCRIPTION:
France, architectural cartel wall clock, 8 days, time and bell strike, spring driven movement in an elaborately cast gilded brass case depicting a castle, griffins and knights in armor with brass dial with enamel chapter ring
CONDITION:
some gilding remains on the case, which is stamped on the rear, and one tiny floral element and the tip of the spire are broken off. The rear door hinge has been repaired. The movement is unsigned and ticks and strikes, but has not been fully tested.
ESTIMATE:
$700
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$800
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 31in x 14in x 6in
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DESCRIPTION:
Japy Freres, also stamped, D.C. & Cie, Paris, France, decorative mantel clock, 8 days, time and bell strike, spring driven movement with maker's stamp in a brass case with decorative brightly painted porcelain panels featuring Moorish motif and matching insets and dial and pendulum regulation through the dial above 12.
CONDITION:
the clock appears in untouched original condition with the rear movement cover absent. The panels are in excellent condtion with no breaks or chips. The bell and bell nut are replacments. Ticks weakly and strikes, but the movement has not been fully tested.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$500
CIRCA: 1870
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DESCRIPTION:
Etienne Lenoir A Paris, France, cast brass and alabaster large 8 day time and strike mantel clock, Japy Freres Medaille D'Or movement with bell and count wheel
CONDITION:
the ornate case is intact with an old dull surface on the metal castings. The large white enamel dial is fine, as is the convex beveled glass. The lower rear case piece of white stone is loose. The suspension spring is absent, as is a part of the rate-adjusting suspension block. We do hear ticking, but the strike system is stalled. Fragile and heavy for shipping.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$550
CIRCA: 1850
DIMENSIONS: 21in x x
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Vincenti & Cie, Paris, France for Black, Starr, New York, fancy crystal regulator mantel clock, 8 days, time and gong strike, spring driven movement in a marble case with beveled glass sides, ormolu trim and base with a pedastal top surmounted by a putto and flanked by clusters of grapes finials. The white enamel Arabic numeral dial has festoons of polychrome painted lowers.
CONDITION:
the case is in good condition with no damage to marble, some remanant of original gilding and spotting to areas of the brass. The movement ticks and strikes, but has not been fully tested. The dial is in very good condition with little loss and only a tiny hairline near mounting screw.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$400
CIRCA: 1870
DIMENSIONS: 16in x 8.5in x 7in
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DESCRIPTION:
France, mantel clock, gilt bronze case with oblong base with engine turned feet, the front with applied floral swags and anchors, surmounted by a female figure in a contemplative pose, and resting her arms on an anchor and cornucopia, Roman numeral white enamel dial with partial signature, blued steel hands, 8 day time and strike pendule a Paris movement
CONDITION:
gilding bright, a bit dirty, feet bent and with replaced screws, minor specks of verdigris, dial with chip at 7:00, filled chip at center arbor, hands replaced, rear ring for mounting movement missing, replaced with a steel strip, movement and dial replaced, ticks and strikes
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$600
CIRCA: 1820
DIMENSIONS: 16.25in x 12in x 4 25in
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DESCRIPTION:
France, marble mantel clock, 8 days, time and strike, spring driven movement with visible Brocot escapement and compensated mercury pendulum in a black marble case with variegated green marble accents with brass dial and cream enamel chapter ring.
CONDITION:
the case is very heavy and has some loosening of joints. There is a repair in the lower right corner and the glass is cracked near dial. The dial is in good condition.
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$250
CIRCA: 1865
DIMENSIONS: 19in x 15in x 6in
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DESCRIPTION:
French large 8 days, time and strike, brass and beveled glass crystal regulator, visible escapement, Marti movement also stamped Tiffany & Compy., c1900
CONDITION:
the brass retains an old patina with some tarnish and lacquer losses. One side glass panel is chipped at the corner. The white porcelain chapter ring has small hairlines. The pallets are red jewels, the compensating pendulum is fine. The round stamped movement ticks and strikes.
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$650
DIMENSIONS: 16.75in x x
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DESCRIPTION:
Vincenti & Cie, Paris, France brass architectural mantel clock, 8 days, time and bell strike, spring driven movement with silk thread suspension in a stepped turret type case with pagoda top and profuse fancy cast brass trim and moldings. The brass dial has twelve small Roman numeral cartouches.
CONDITION:
No gilding remains on the extremely fancy and intricately cast brass case, now polished. The pendulum is missing its hook.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$500
CIRCA: 1845
DIMENSIONS: 15in x 7.5in x 6in
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DESCRIPTION:
French, Blue and White, Delft style mantel garniture set [3 piece], of brass and china, the candle stands with bronze, winged gargoyles supporting each candle, and with fancy porcelain dial with hand painted cherub below 12
CONDITION:
one of the gargoyle candle supports is bent and may sever when straightened. The time and bell strike movement is complete and sound; ticks but would benefit from cleaning. Porcelain dial in excellent condition. No chips nor cracks in porcelain china pieces. A large and impressive set.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$350
CIRCA: 1895
DIMENSIONS: 24in x 12in x 7in
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DESCRIPTION:
Robert Houdin, Paris, swinging clock with glass dial, the gilt spelter female figure on a marble base with gilt scroll feet, her right arm held aloft and supporting the swinging timepiece, with Roman numeral glass dial, bimetallic gridiron pendulum, terminating with a blue sphere and drop, mounted with gilt stars and cipher, and containing an 8 day brass timepiece, dial signed
CONDITION:
dirty and with polish residue, finishes worn, figure missing something from her left hand, numerals and signature on dial restored , hands with minor bends, blue finish on sphere flaking, gilding on pendulum and its ornaments with minor loss, movement ticking, motion work behind dial functional, suspension may be altered
ESTIMATE:
$6000
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$8000
PRICE SOLD:
$13500
CIRCA: 1870
DIMENSIONS: 24.75in x 7in x 8.5in
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DESCRIPTION:
French swinger mystery clock, polychrome "Abeille", after sculptor J. Causse, with female fairy figure parading through tulips, supporting the extra long 28.5" clock and compound pendulum arm, spherical case with foliate and pineapple applique and dragon hands, applied Roman numerals containing the 8 days, time only movement, gridiron style assembly with ornamented foliate fall at bottom, all mounted on red marble base with J. Causse plaque
CONDITION:
the figure has been repainted with small areas of loss and some very minor oxidation. The ball is stripped of finish. The dragon hands are wonderfully detailed and unique. This figure has great vitality, the swinging arm with dragon hands is one-of-a-kind and with a professional refinish this swinger would be extraordinary.
ESTIMATE:
$2500
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$3500
PRICE SOLD:
$2800
CIRCA: 1870
DIMENSIONS: 35in x 9in x 9in
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DESCRIPTION:
French, large swinger, mysterious clock, 8 days, time only, spring driven movement in extra long swinging arm measuring 35in mounted on a statue of "VICTOIRE" after the original by Bruchon, a winged male resting on red marble base.
CONDITION:
this clock is in excellent condition with great original patina with minor wear. The suspension block is separated from the arm. The movement, ball and arm are all original and are unmarked. There is a repair on the statue near the wrist and there is some minor loss to finish on the ball. This large and impressive model is one of a series by Bruchon, others which he have sold in the past for over $3000.
ESTIMATE:
$2500
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$3000
PRICE SOLD:
$1900
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 40in x 10in x 10in
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France, swinging clock, "Jeunesse et Papillons" (youth and butterflies) by Rancoulet, the female figure in flowing garb and with a butterfly on her dress, her right arm held aloft, and supporting the swinging timepiece, the 8 daytime and strike movement contained in the patinated, upper sphere, with three rod gridiron style connection to matching lower ball, alll mounted to a painted, molded base
CONDITION:
figure repainted, a section of her sash missing, a crack at the top of same, butterfly with broken wing, base with small hole, appears to retain an old surface, swinging assembly with refinished spheres, two replaced thumbscrews, mounts polished, ticks and strikes
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$1800
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 32in x 9in x
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DESCRIPTION:
French, large swinger, or mystery swinging cast spelter timepiece, the statue of "LE PROGRES" after the original by Bruchon, a winged male.
CONDITION:
the figure has been painted over with bright gold paint, and there is some bubbling under the paint surface due to moist climate. The left thigh has a crack in the metal. The rods have oxidation and the once gilt numerals were polished to brass and now dark brown. The figure is only loosely attached to the marble base, which has edge chips. We hear ticking but not tested long term. Ht 43", arm is 37"
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$1600
CIRCA: 1880
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DESCRIPTION:
Ansonia Clock Co., Ansonia, New York, "Huntress" figural swinger, the patinated spelter figure of a young woman carrying game birds and holding the clock aloft in her right hand, mounted to an ebonized cast iron base, 8 day time only movement mounted inside a brass sphere with cast ribbon ornament and applied Arabic numerals, Louis XV style hands, the lower section in gridiron style with smaller sphere at the bottom, c1900
CONDITION:
good overall, losses to patination, figure lacquered, base repainted and with hairline crack, clock polished and lacquered, large sphere with cracks at joint, tip of hour hand broken, hands painted gold, running,
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$1200
DIMENSIONS: 25in x x
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DESCRIPTION:
France, large mysterious ball swing clock, 8 days, time only, spring driven movement in extra long 35in grid 'pendulum' arm held aloft by the outstretched arm of "Les Marguerites", statue resting a marbleized wooden base. The statue and plaque bear the name of Aug. Moreau sculpture,
CONDITION:
the statue and ball are repainted. The suspension block is separate from the swinging arm. There is a small dent on the rear of the ball.
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$2100
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 44in x 11in x 11in
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DESCRIPTION:
Thwaites and Reed Limited. London, England Rolling Ball incline plane clock with an 8 day timepiece movement, dated 1974, and noted as no. 51 in a limited edition of 500.
CONDITION:
The brass clock barrel is in nice condition and has a brass and silver dial inscribed "Thwaites & Reed, Clerkenwell". The incline frame is mahogany with a brass infrastructure to create the incline. The end of the clock barrel is inscribed with the manufacturer's name and location as well as the limited edition number. The movement will need adjustment as it does not go stationary on plane.
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$900
CIRCA: 1974
DIMENSIONS: 8.25in x 28in x 6in
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DESCRIPTION:
Guilmet, France, mystery clock, the cylindrical, fluted alabaster case with gilt, foliate ornament and resting on toupie feet, surmounted by a gilt figural group representing the punishment of Amor, signed "Ph. Mourey", the female figure with left arm held aloft, and suspending the pendulum, which receives impulse through the nearly imperceptible movement of the gilt base on which the figures stand, alabaster dial with applied, gilt Ro numerals, gilt spade hands, 8 days time and strike movement with crank and stirrup escapement, back plate with Guilmets mark, and numbered 890
CONDITION:
case dirty, and with minor chips and scrapes, ornaments with good gilding, front foot loose, statue base with loss to gilding, female with repaired left arm and gold over paint dial with minor scratches, hands good, movement ticks and strikes
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$2850
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DESCRIPTION:
French large swinger mystery clock, gilt and patinated figure "La Fleur Des Glaciers", after sculptor J. Causse, with female figure descending a natural staircase, supporting the extra long 34" clock and compound pendulum arm, spherical case with bow-knot-ribbon ornament, applied Roman numerals and Louis XV style hands containing the 8 days, time only movement, gridiron style assembly with ornamented smaller sphere at bottom, all mounted to a ebonized wooden base
CONDITION:
the figure and ball have been repainted. There are no breaks or repairs on the statue. The bow knot ribbon surmounting the ball has been replaced.
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1600
PRICE SOLD:
$1400
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 43in x 11in x 11in
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France, swinging clock, the statue representing "Commerce", by Ch. Levy, the standing male figure at a ships wheel, and with a selection of goods at his feet, his right arm held aloft, and supporting the swinging timepiece, the 8 day movement contained in the patinated, upper sphere, with three rod gridiron style connection to matching lower ball, alll mounted to a patinated, molded base, with faux marble plinth
CONDITION:
finishes dirty, and with minor losses, right arm repaired, faux marble base added, swinging assembly dirty, in old lacquer, patination with minor losses, movement clean, ticking
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1300
PRICE SOLD:
$1300
DIMENSIONS: 24.5in x 7.5in x
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France, swinging clock, titled "Hesitation", by Geo. Maxim, the figure of a young Amor with wings, bow, and quiver, and with his right arm held aloft, and supporting the swinging timepiece, the 8 day movement contained in the patinated, upper sphere, with three rod gridiron style connection to matching lower ball, alll mounted to a painted, molded base
CONDITION:
surfaces with cleaning and restoration, rocks and base on which the figure stands painted, upper sphere in an old surface, lower sphere repainted, gilding renewed, finial that finishes support for clock missing, running
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$1300
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 26.5in x 6.5in x
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DESCRIPTION:
Swiss, Imhof, 8 day, spring brass lever movement inclined plane timepiece.
CONDITION:
Polished brass and gilt tone case with some light scratches the cylinder. Painted metal dial marked "Swiss" is fine with original hands. Inclined plane case has a little damage to the carving at the Sunday end of the plane. Movement ticks for a few seconds and stops, so will need service. Bottom of wood base is marked: "Musee International D'horologerie".
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$325
CIRCA: 1990
DIMENSIONS: 8in x 24in x 4.5in
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DESCRIPTION:
Junghans, Germany swinging doll novelty mantel clock, 8 days, time only, spring driven movment wound from the side of an oak case in the form of a chalet with bisque figures of a well dressed man pushing a young Victorian lady on a swing. The white enamel dial is marked with Junghan's trademark.
CONDITION:
the case has remnants of a very old finish. The figures are both in excellent condition with only very minor damage and the dial is in excellent condition. The movement ticks but has not been fully tested.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$700
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 14in x 7in x 5.5in
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Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, "Mechanical Clock" shelf clock with spring driven 8 day time and strike movement in a cast iron case
CONDITION:
The figurines, the flag and the deck have been cleaned so there is no remaining finish. The ship's wheel rotates back and forth as the clock ticks. The cast iron case with gilt inlay is in very nice condition. The porcelain dial has no chips or hairline cracks. The hands are original. Overall a very clean example of this model.
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$750
CIRCA: 1894
DIMENSIONS: 18.5in x 15in x 6in
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Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, "Santa Fe" wall clock with an 8 days double weight timepiece movement in a black walnut case.
CONDITION:
The case is in nice condition with its original finish, The original paper dial is in very good condition. The hands are original. The door glass is cracked. The nickel shell weights have modified top and bottom caps. The movement is signed.
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$850
CIRCA: 1904
DIMENSIONS: 52in x 16.5in x 8in
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DESCRIPTION:
George A. Jones & Co., New York, hanging regulator, 8 days, time only weight driven movement with sweep center seconds in a walnut, Vienna-style regulator case with Roman numeral white enamel dial, gridiron pendulum with brass ball, c1875.
CONDITION:
Case has restoration and replacements. Bottom bracket with replaced veneer, movement not locking on receiving pallet, dial good, original pendulum has back with bends and staining, original weight,
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$1000
DIMENSIONS: 48in x x
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DESCRIPTION:
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, "Porcelain Regulator No. 5" shelf clock with an 8 day spring driven time and half hour strike movement with visible escapement in a Crystal regulator case with Royal Bonn porcelain top and base.
CONDITION:
The porcelain dial is in excellent condition with no hairline cracks. The hands and pendulum are original. The porcelain top and base are both in excellent condition with no chips or cracks. There is some minor wear to the gilt areas on the base.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1100
PRICE SOLD:
$1400
CIRCA: 1914
DIMENSIONS: 17.5in x 8.75in x 8.25in
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DESCRIPTION:
Ansonia Brass and Copper Co., Ansonia, Conn., "Drop Extra Calendar" wall clock with a spring driven 8 day time, strike movement with William A. Terry's patent calendar in a rosewood veneered case.
CONDITION:
The rosewood veneered case has been refinished and now has a soft lustre, The original painted dial is in vey nice condition with minor flaking. The hands are original. The door glass are original but black has been rebacked. The pendulum bob is a replacement.
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$650
CIRCA: 1875
DIMENSIONS: 26in x 16in x 4.5in
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DESCRIPTION:
Lyre banjo, wall clock, 8 days, time only, weight driven Willard type period movement with T-bridge suspension in a reproduction gold fronted case with some older elements and reverse painted throat and lower tablets. The painted metal dial has Roman numerals and girandole style hands.
CONDITION:
the case is in like new condition and looks great. The period banjo movement has T-bridge suspension, typical of the Willard workshop The dial is also period, but is an old repaint and the hands are custom hand made reproductions.
ESTIMATE:
$1800
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$2200
PRICE SOLD:
$500
CIRCA: 1995
DIMENSIONS: 42in x 12in x 4in
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DESCRIPTION:
C. E. Beacham, Sisters, OR, 8 days, weight brass movement miniature girandole timepiece. Beacham's clock shop is still in business doing clock repair and producing handcrafted clocks.
CONDITION:
Mahogany and gilt case in excellent original condition. Beautifully done tablets by Tom Moberg. The bottom door is not wood like the full size original, but brass. The top door is brass. Beautifully made brass movement. Silvered brass dial is perfect.
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$1800
CIRCA: 1993
DIMENSIONS: 22.5in x 6.5in x 3.5in
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Foster Campos, Pembroke, Mass., 8 days, weight brass movement Mass. shelf clock.
CONDITION:
Mahogany case in excellent condition with tablets by Tom Moberg. Weight is stamped. Case is stamped 5/95.
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$1800
CIRCA: 1995
DIMENSIONS: 37in x 12.5in x 6in
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James G. Conlon, Boston, Mass., lyre hanging clock with a weight driven 8 days timepiece brass movement in a mahogany case.
CONDITION:
The mahogany lyre form case, stamped no. 15, with original finish is in excellent condition. The movement is unsigned. The hands are original. The reverse painted glass is in excellent condition. The convex form dial, signed James G. Conlon, Boston, Mass., has some very minor flakes at the mounting holes and edge of the dial. James Girard Conlon was born Aug. 12, 1906 at Boston, Mass., MA, the son of James E. Conlon and wife Mary G. (Dalton) Conlon. James E. Conlon made copies of Willard's banjo, lyre, girandole, Mass. shelf, and lighthouse clocks in the early 1900's. James G. took over his father's business in 1948.
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$2000
CIRCA: 1950
DIMENSIONS: 40in x 11in x 4.5in
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Fraser Forgie, Fryeburg, ME, 8 day, weight brass timepiece movement bride's model Massachusetts shelf clock.
CONDITION:
Gilded and white painted case with a stenciled base and top in fine condition. The two tablets were painted by Linda Abrams and dated 1981. According to the engraved plaque inside the case Mr. Forgie made the movement. Mr. Forgie was a well-known collector and author. He co-wrote with Ed Burt an NAWCC supplement on Concord Clockmakers in 1967.
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$950
CIRCA: 1981
DIMENSIONS: 34.5in x 13in x 6in
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DESCRIPTION:
Fraser Forgie, Fryeburg, ME, 8 days, weight brass timepiece movement Massachusetts shelf clock.
CONDITION:
Reproduction mahogany case in fine condition made from old and new wood. The entire case, movement, dial , hands and weight were made by Mr. Forgie (as stated on the label inside the case) except for the glasses which were painted by Linda Abrams in 1981. Mr. Forgie was a well know collector and author. He co-wrote with Ed Burt an NAWCC supplement on Concord Clockmakers in 1967.
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$900
CIRCA: 1983
DIMENSIONS: 32.5in x 13.75in x 6.25in
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Leland Hurst, large bracket clock with remontoire, cherry case with pagoda top, acorn finials and lion mask handles, Roman numeral painted dial, black spade hands, and with sweep seconds, brass movement with spring powered remontoire, wound through the dial, which rewinds the weight at regular intervals, brass pendulum, late 20th century
CONDITION:
very good, runs, will need adjustment
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$400
DIMENSIONS: 36in x 16.25in x 11in
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Donald Schaefer reproduction single train, 15 day duration, brass weight driven skeleton clock under dome on walnut cabinet with tiger maple panels.
CONDITION:
The clock is in excellent original condition. Maker's plate with his birth and death dates 1929 - 2013.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$450
CIRCA: 2000
DIMENSIONS: 67in x 16.5in x 16.5in
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Leland Hurst, Centennial, CO, 8 day, weight-driven brass movement double pendulum Astronomical dial wall timepiece. Mr. Hurst built five of these cases. The movement was built by a Mr. Don Schaffer.
CONDITION:
Nicely made cherry case with an Austrian coin inserted in the bottom bracket. Double wind brass weight movement that runs with two pendulums. The first pendulum regulates the timepiece and the second is a sympathetic pendulum that swings in unison with the first. The two pendulums also have an Austrian coin inserted in the center. Mr. Hurst reports this timepiece has running issues. It maybe the support for the pendulum is not rigid enough and is causing the problem.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$950
CIRCA: 2005
DIMENSIONS: 40.5in x 11.5in x 6.75in
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DESCRIPTION:
L.L. Hurst, Centennial, Colorado, Vienna regulator wall clock, a period Austrian made 8 days, time, strike and 1/4 chime, single brass weight and double spring driven movement with sweep seconds in mahogany and other figured woods case and a white enamel two part dial with cast brass pie crust bezel. Signed L.L. Hurst and dated on back by maker, 2006
CONDITION:
the clock is in excellent original condition. The dial has a couple of light hairlines and two small repairs. This is an attractive professionally made reproduction with period movement that has a great look.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$800
DIMENSIONS: 43in x 13in x 6in
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Wm. Hadlock, Boston, Mass., 8 days, time only spring driven period movement in a professionally made, custom, well figured mahogany shelf clock case with reverse painted tablet and painted metal dial with girandole hands, movement c1840
CONDITION:
the case is extremely well made and attractive and is in excellent original condition. The dial is a professionally done replacement. The Hadlock movement is period and in good condtion.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$475
CIRCA: 1870
DIMENSIONS: 20in x 10in x 5.5in
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Foster Campos, Pembroke, MA, 8 day, spring brass lever movement miniature patent or banjo timepiece. Case is stamped no. 21.
CONDITION:
Mahogany case in nice condition in original finish with a couple scrapes on the back of the backboard. Nice Moberg tablets. Very nice painted dial with original hands and eagle finial.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$650
CIRCA: 1980
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., "Copper Bronze Constitution Ship's Bell Clock" for Bailey, Banks & Biddle, Philadelphia, 8 days, time and ship's bell strike, spring driven movement in a bronze finished brass case on ball feet with large 10" dial with applied silvered numerals and finely wrought hands, serial #34533
CONDITION:
the clock is in excellent condition and has been professionally refinished at the Chelsea factory, both dial and case. It is not ticking, but does strike properly. Includes certificate from Chelsea factory.
ESTIMATE:
$7000
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$9000
PRICE SOLD:
$5500
CIRCA: 1908
DIMENSIONS: 15.5in x 15.5in x 5.5in
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., "Yacht Wheel", 8 days, brass spring lever movement ship's clock. Serial No. 158448. These clocks were offered in Time Only or Ship's Bell when production began in 1906. The clock was Yacht Wheel with the base was named the Mariner. Without the base it was name the "Pilot".
CONDITION:
Highly polished cast brass case in excellent condition. The special 5.5" dial with raised numbers has been professionally reconditioned. Original hands Mahogany base in original finish has some tiny dings on the front edge and small piece missing on the back edge. Overall a very impressive clock.
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$1900
CIRCA: 1923
DIMENSIONS: 17.5in x 14in x 5.5in
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., "Commander", 8 days, time and strike spring brass lever movement ship's strike mantel clock retailed by Wright, Kay & Co., Detroit-Paris. Serial No. 20113
CONDITION:
Heavy cast brass case in original condition that has mellowed to a soft gold color has blemishes to the finish on the base. There is slight blemish on the bezel. Original silvered 8.5" dial with raised numbers has a little wear to the chapter ring, a blemish between 5 and 6 o'clock and small scratches at the winding arbors. Original hands. The mahogany base has a couple dings. Included is a certificate of origin from Chelsea issued in Sept, 2000 verifying this clock was shipped to Wright, Kay & Co.
ESTIMATE:
$1800
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$1400
CIRCA: 1906
DIMENSIONS: 13in x 14.25in x 6.75in
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Boston Clock Co., Boston, Mass., 10 in. dial, 8 day, spring brass lever movement ward or engine room timepiece. Engraved on the dial: "American Steam Gauge Co., Boston"
CONDITION:
Cast brass case has some dings and scratches at the mounting flange screw holes. The screw on bezel has a couple dings. Silvered brass dial has light tarnish on the outer edge, some loss and scratches at the mounting screws and some loss to the black filler in the numbers. Original hands. Movement is stamped: 1230A. The dial has the number 229265. Movement runs for a very short time and stops.
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$1100
CIRCA: 1893
DIMENSIONS: 12in x 12in x 3in
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Boston Clock Co., Boston, Mass., wall hanging clock with a weight driven 8 day timepiece movement in a cherry case.
CONDITION:
The cherry case is darkly stained. The movement is signed and also bears a possible serial number of 462, also stamped on the movement. The brass pendulum is damascened The dial has been repainted. The hands are original. The lower glass, which shows age, may be replaced. The upper door glass is period.
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$900
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 38.5in x 15in x 4.5in
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., 8 day, time and strike spring brass lever movement ship's bell clock and barometer desk set. Serial No. 164751 This set was retailed by George W. Welsh's Sons, New York.
CONDITION:
Bronze case has some surface wear on the clock side bezel and the left corner of the base. Original silvered clock and barometer dial are very clean with just a bit of tarnish at the number 4. Original hands. Barometer hand has light areas of surface rust.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$700
CIRCA: 1925
DIMENSIONS: 7.25in x 11.75in x 3.75in
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., "Mariner" 8 day 3 3/4"-dial time and ship's bells Yacht Wheel bronze marine clock on mahogany stand, #771357, 1976 presentation, with matching barometer
CONDITION:
the bronze and mahogany have good original surfaces with no damage or losses, and just a bit wear on the wood bases and very minor tarnish spots on the tops of the lacquered brass cases. Both silvered dials are fine. The movement strikes, but does not tick although the balance appears intact but binding. The barometer appears to be working correctly. Hts 14"
ESTIMATE:
$700
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$850
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., lacquered brass 5.5" dial ship's bells 8 day clock #770311 and barometer pair with mahogany cradles, c1973
CONDITION:
the lacquered brass cases and mahogany stands all are in very good original condition, and the silvered dials are fine. The clock movement ticks and strikes, but was not tested long term. The barometer pointer and curved thermometer appear to be reading correctly. Note that clock and barometer are not attached to the cradles. Hts. 9.25"
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$750
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., "Wythe House" 8 days, house strike Kittinger mahogany-case replica of bracket clock in Colonial Williamsburg home of signer of Declaration of Independence, movement #848437, c1983
CONDITION:
The case has just a few small dents but is otherwise in very good condition, and the signed dial, brass bezel and convex glass all are fine. The movement ticks and strikes but was not tested further. The four cast brass feet are absent. Ht 10" to top of handle
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$450
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., for "The Wm. Cramp & Sons, S. & E. B. Co.", Philadelphia, by Ashcroft Mfg. Co., New York, brass hinged-bezel 8 in 8 day time only engine room clock #22639.
CONDITION:
the heavy cast case has been nicely polished and lacquered, and the silvered dial, with seconds track, has been restored. The jeweled movement ticks briskly but was not tested long term. Overall diameter
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$750
CIRCA: 1904
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., "Commander" 6" dial bronze and mahogany 8 days, ship's bells mantel clock #125209, 1918
CONDITION:
there are old worn surfaces on the metal and wood, and the plain silvered dial, with "Chas. C. Hutchinson., Boston, Mass.,U.S.A.", has just very minor tarnish lines. The bezel is hinged. The movement ticks and strikes but no tested further. Ht 9 3/4"
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$475
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., "Commodore or Mahogany and Metal", 6" dial, 8 days, time and strike spring brass movement Ship's Bell clock. Serial No. 771100. On the case is engraved "William J. Catalane, Smooth Sailing - With Love, Anne B. Catalane, May 24th 1972".
CONDITION:
Polished brass case in nice condition with its mahogany base that has a couple scratches. Silvered 6-inch dial in very nice condition. Original hands.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$475
CIRCA: 1972
DIMENSIONS: 9.25in x 14in x 4.25in
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., 8 days, spring brass lever movement ward or engine room timepiece retailed by The Upson-Walton Co., Cleveland. Serial No. 248566. This example 12/24 model with a secondary hand for Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) referred to as "Zulu" by maritime shipping. The red sections reflect periods of silence observed by radio operators to monitor airwaves for distress signals.
CONDITION:
Cast brass case with screw off bezel has mellowed down to a soft look. Original silvered dial is overall very nice for it age. Original hands. Not currently running.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$350
CIRCA: 1939
DIMENSIONS: 7.25in x 7.25in x 2.75in
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Chelsea Clock Co., Boston, Mass., 4" silvered dial screw bezel brass ship's bell marine clock on mahogany cradle, serial number 599151.
CONDITION:
except for a very small tarnish spot on the dial signature, the condition overall is very good, with an old nice patina on the lacquered brass. The cradle's finish is fine, too. The jeweled movement ticks and strikes properly.
ESTIMATE:
$300
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$450
PRICE SOLD:
$475
CIRCA: 1955
DIMENSIONS: 7.25in x x
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William L. Gilbert Clock Co., Winsted, Conn., "Oriental", 8 day, time and strike spring brass movement calendar shelf clock.
CONDITION:
Pressed oak case in original finish. Original paper dial has age darkened and is stained. Original hands and tablet. The instruction cover that protects the back of the calendar movement is missing. Original label inside the case is very dark and hard to read. Remains of original label on the back.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$600
CIRCA: 1901
DIMENSIONS: 27in x 15in x 6in
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William L. Gilbert Clock Co., Winsted, Conn., Magdalene variant crystal regulator, green onyx case with gilt brass mounts, beveled glasses, Arabic numeral white enamel dial with sunk center, exposed escapement and beat adjustment, blued steel hands, 8 days, time and strike, movement with round plates, faux mercury pendulum.
CONDITION:
case good overall, dirty, minor flake in stone at front lower left, minor scratches and oxidation on gilt surfaces, rear glass with flake at lower right, dial dirty and with minor flake at 6:30, hands with minor oxidation, movement ticks and strikes, pendulum with one broken vial. This clock appears to be the same as the Magdalene model, but without the feet and lion ornament
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$550
CIRCA: 1915
DIMENSIONS: 13.5in x x
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William L. Gilbert Clock Co., Winsted, Conn., "Office Drop Calendar", 8 day, spring brass movement with Gilbert's calendar (which evaded Maranville's patent) wall timepiece.
CONDITION:
Walnut and walnut burl veneered case in original finish has some slight damage to the two carved medallions just above the bottom door. Original paper dial has some damage along the bottom edge, at the top near the month opening and in a couple places at the day of the week openings. Original hands and pendulum. Original tablet is worn in places. The carving just above the bottom door is missing, but a nicely carved replacement is included. Nice label inside the case.
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$475
CIRCA: 1881
DIMENSIONS: 34in x 18.25in x 5in
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William L. Gilbert Clock Co., Winsted, Conn., "Thespian", 8 day, time and strike spring brass movement wall clock.
CONDITION:
Walnut case in very nice condition in original finish. Original paper dial is stained with surface wear. Original hands, tablet and nickel pendulum with a couple tiny dings. Remains of a label on the back of the case.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$350
CIRCA: 1910
DIMENSIONS: 37in x 13.5in x 4in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "No. 8 Regulator" figure eight, wall clock, 8 days, time only, weight driven movement in a walnut case with a painted metal dial and reverse painted throat and lower tablets.
CONDITION:
the case has an old refinish. There is a professional repair on the stepped bezel around the lower tablet. The genuine Howard pendulum bob has loss of damascene pattern. The original Howard weight is appropriately marked "3". The tablets are original and in excellent condition. The dial, which is the finest feature of this clock is all original and in excellent condition.
ESTIMATE:
$10000
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$15000
PRICE SOLD:
$11000
DIMENSIONS: 44in x 15in x 5.5in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "Regulator No. 58" wall hanging clock with a weight driven 8 day timepiece movement in a cherry case.
CONDITION:
This is the 8 inch dial version of the No. 58. The cherry case retains its original finish and is in very nice condition. The recessed panels on the case sides are convex. The dial has an unusual wooden bezel. The original painted dial with signature is in very good condition with minor inpainting in several areas. The hands are original. The pendulum bob is nicely damascened and the pendulum tie down block and screw are intact. The door glass is a later replacement. The signed movement shows that this is a number 5 movement.
ESTIMATE:
$4500
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$5500
PRICE SOLD:
$3300
CIRCA: 1900
DIMENSIONS: 41in x 13in x 6in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., for American Steam Gauge Co./ A.J. Morse & Son, Boston, Mass., "No. 69" style marine clock, round bronze case with mounting flange, 8 inch Arabic numeral silvered dial, blued steel spade hands, signed, 8 day brass timepiece with lever platform, scraped, lacquered plates and dust shields, movement #23, dial #12897
CONDITION:
case dirty, dial polished, probably resilvered, hands good, with minor oxide, movement in very good condition, with scraping and original lacquer intact, bottom dust shield replaced, running. Andrew J. Morse & Co. were manufacturers of diving helmets and related equipment in Boston, Mass., Mass. as early as 1837. The company changed its name to A.J. Morse & Son in 1864.
ESTIMATE:
$4000
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$6000
PRICE SOLD:
$6000
CIRCA: 1870
DIMENSIONS: 4.25in x 10.75in x
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Howard & Davis, Boston, Mass., No. 1 size banjo (largest) , with seconds beating pendulum, seconds hand and maintaining power, with restorations.
CONDITION:
the case has been refinished and a meager attempt to apply graining. The iron dial has been completely refinished with original paint removed. The lower glass has been replaced and the ovoid pattern is incorrect, needs a trip to Lee Davis. The movement is a Howard & Davis, tall trapezoid early style and is correct. However, like many in early production, it bears no signature. Hands and weight are old and correct.
ESTIMATE:
$3500
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$4500
PRICE SOLD:
$2300
CIRCA: 1850
DIMENSIONS: 50in x 20in x 5in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "No. 2 Regulator" (next to largest) banjo wall timepiece, weight driven, in a cherry case, with restorations.
CONDITION:
case is refinished to mahogany color, inside and out. Dial is completely new, with applied Howard signature. Black - gold glasses are new. Pulley is new and improper style [replacements are available]. Pendulum stick recently finished with gold paint. Hands are new and not of proper Howard dimensions. Movement is original to case and with Howard signature, attaches with single screw from case back. This size clock, if all original would sell in the 7500 dollar range. #2 size is the most difficult to find.
ESTIMATE:
$3000
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$4000
PRICE SOLD:
$1500
CIRCA: 1860
DIMENSIONS: 44in x 17.5in x 4in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "Model No. 17" marble front wall clock, Roman numeral dial, and the lower section with orifice containing reverse gold leafed glass showing pendulum bob. And with counter-balanced wheel work to compensate for large hands, F/S regulation nut at top center of case.
CONDITION:
the black chapter and numerals have been professionally repainted. The Howard signature has been strengthened over original, well done. Movement with impressed markings of E. Howard & Co., Boston. The marble itself has pronounced graining, and there are three horizontal glue repairs, around 5 to 6 inches above the bottom of the dial, professionally done, but still slightly visible. The original shaped iron weight with "cast in" number 17.
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$750
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 43in x 24in x 5in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "No. 11 or Keyhole", 8 day, weight brass movement wall timepiece.
CONDITION:
Refinished cherry case has lost its original graining and has a small chip on the bottom door top molding. Original painted dial has had the numbers and signature restored. Original hour hand and pendulum. Minute hand is a replacement. Original signed movement. Bottom has broken out at some point and repaired with a newer piece of wood. Tablet and weight baffle is replaced and the pendulum tie down is missing. Case is stamped "59". Original weight is stamped "11".
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$1200
CIRCA: 1874
DIMENSIONS: 31.5in x 13.5in x 4.5in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "No. 17 Marble Dial" wall clock, 8 days, time only, weight driven movement.
CONDITION:
this fully restored clock has provenance back to the original owners, and there are photos showing the clock hanging in the office of a business in Lynn, Massachusetts. The white paint has been stripped from the case, and the wood has been brightly varnished (although originally it was painted white): The intact marble dial now has new gold numbers and tracks, with no Howard signature. The movement has had recent professional service, and there are prior repair notes going back to 1901. The pendulum bob retains its engraved pattern. Very heavy and fragile for shipping. Ht 43.5 in
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$1800
PRICE SOLD:
$850
CIRCA: 1874
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., reissue "No. 10 Regulator", walnut, 8 day, time only weight driven figure 8 banjo wall clock, dated 1981
CONDITION:
The original paper label inside the bottom confirms that this reissue is number 501, matching the number on the case and signed movement. The clock is in nearly-new condition, with a few minor scuffs on the hardwood case's finish. The reverse paint glasses and painted metal dial are fine. The clean movement ticks but was not tested long term. Ht 34"
ESTIMATE:
$1400
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$1800
PRICE SOLD:
$1200
CIRCA: 1981
DIMENSIONS: 34in x 11.5in x 5.25in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "No. 59-8 Regulator" reissue. Walnut case with ebonized moldings, turned and carved finials, maple weight baffle, ebonized wooden bezel with Roman numeral white painted 8" dial, blued steel moon hands, damascened nickel pendulum with silver painted wooden rod, 8 day weight driven timepiece movement, The clock has serial number 84 and is dated August, 1976.
CONDITION:
The clock is in excellent, like new condition. The suggested retail price in 1981 was $3795. This model was scheduled for a limited production of 350, but fewer than that were ever completed.
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$1800
CIRCA: 1976
DIMENSIONS: 46in x 15.25in x 6.75in
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Howard & Davis, Boston, Mass., "Regulator No. 4", banjo wall clock, 8 days, time only, weight driven movement in a rosewood grain painted mahogany case with a, painted metal dial and reverse painted throat and lower tablets.
CONDITION:
the case retains some of its original grain painting, especially on throat frame. The bottom board is an old replacement. The tablets have been reblacked. The dial is in good original condition with some scratches. Overall, this is a fine looking example.
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$1400
CIRCA: 1850
DIMENSIONS: 32in x 13.5in x 4in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "No. 70" wall clock with a weight driven 8 day brass movement regulator timepiece in a walnut case.
CONDITION:
The case has its original finish. The original painted dial is in very nice condition with some minor flaking at the screw holes. The minute hand is original and the hour hand a replacement. The dial glass is original while the door tablet is a replacement. The weight may be replaced The pendulum lock on the weight baffle board may also be replacements. The movement is signed.
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$900
CIRCA: 1910
DIMENSIONS: 31in x 15.5in x 5in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "No. 5 Regulator" banjo wall clock, 8 days, time only, weight driven movement in a rosewood grained mahogany case with reverse painted throat and lower tablet and painted metal dial
CONDITION:
the case retains good graining. The bottom has been repaired from the weight coming through and there is a split in the bottom of the throat frame. The weight baffle and pendulum bob are replaced. The glasses have been touched up / reblacked. The dial is original and in good condition and there is a great original label at bottom of case.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$850
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 28.5in x 12in x 4in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "Regulator No. 70" wall hanging clock with a weight driven 8 days timepiece movement in a oak case.
CONDITION:
The case and finish are in excellent condition. The original painted dial has minor loss at the mounting holes. The hands are original. The movement is signed. The door glass tablet is original, as is the dial bezel glass. The pendulum tie down is missing.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$1000
CIRCA: 1915
DIMENSIONS: 31.25in x 15.5in x 5in.
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "No. 4 Regulator" banjo wall clock, weight driven timepiece in a cherry case with rosewood graining and movement stamped "A. Howard".
CONDITION:
the movement is signed A. Howard, (Albert, cousin & apprentice of Edward, learned to make clocks and later managed movement production for Edward): The dial, paper over zinc, bears signature, E. Howard, Boston, Mass., no extra holes in case. Dial paper with some scratches and losses. Throat glass is cracked [and glued], gold oval on bottom glass with minor losses. Pendulum bob is smooth. Pulley from Seth Thomas should be changed. Iron weight with lead keystone and steel hook, and with "4" cast in. Bottom section of case with 4 replaced glue blocks, a vertical glue repair, and squeezed in slightly making throat piece a tight fit. Hands are original
ESTIMATE:
$750
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$700
CIRCA: 1860
DIMENSIONS: 32in x 13.5in x 4in
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E. Howard & Co., Boston, Mass., "No. 70" wall clock with a weight driven 8 day brass movement regulator timepiece in a walnut case.
CONDITION:
The case has a newer finish. The original painted dial is in very nice condition with some minor flaking at the screw holes. The hands are original. The top back of the case has some restoration. The dial glass is original, but the door tablet is a replacement. The instructions label on the weight baffle board is in good condition. The movement is signed.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$750
CIRCA: 1910
DIMENSIONS: 31in x 15.5in x 5in
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Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, NY, "Favorite No. 4 1/2" with 8 day, spring driven E. N. Welch time and strike movement and Ithaca calendar clock mechanism in a walnut case..
CONDITION:
The case finish is original but worn in areas. The original paper time dial has darkened with age. The original paper calendar dial is in excellent condition. The hands are period, but the minute hand is too short. The door glass is original. The movement is signed "E. N. Welch Mfg. Co., made for the Ithaca Calendar Clock Co.".
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$1800
PRICE SOLD:
$750
CIRCA: 1881
DIMENSIONS: 31.25in x 14.25in x 6in
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Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, NY, "No. 3 1/2 Parlor", 8 days, time and strike spring brass movement double dial calendar clock.
CONDITION:
Walnut case with ebonized accents in original finish with a little loss on the columns and on base. Original silver and black paper dial with some wear to the numbers. Original glass calendar dial is very nice for its age. Original hands. The silver leaf on the side panel edges is pretty much intact. Original glass pendulum has chip on the back edge.
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$2100
CIRCA: 1881
DIMENSIONS: 20.5in x 10.5in x 5.5in
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Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, NY, "Hanging Steeple" wall clock with a spring driven 8 days time and strike movement and a perpetual calendar mechanism in a walnut case.
CONDITION:
The case finish appears to be original and has a nice soft lustre. The original paper time dial is quite worn. The calendar dial is in much better condition but has some yellowing. The calendar dial roller papers are original with nice aging. The hands are original. The movement is signed as expected with "E. N. Welch, Forestville, Conn., manufactured for the Ithaca Calendar Clock Co.". The very tip of the case base may be a later replacement, but extremely well done and matched to the case.
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1600
PRICE SOLD:
$900
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 31.5in x 12.25in x 5.75in
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Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, NY, "Chronometer", 8 day, time and strike spring brass movement double dial calendar shelf clock.
CONDITION:
Walnut case with remains of original finish. Left incised block on the crest has been replaced. Original paper dial is a bit soiled and stained. Original calendar dial has numerous stains and a little loss at the calendar opening. Calendar rollers have age darkened. Original hands and pendulum. Original "Chronometer" lettering on the door glass with some loss. Remains of a label on the case back.
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$950
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 33.5in x 16in x 7in
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Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, NY, "No. 6 Hanging Library", 8 day, time, strike and alarm spring brass movement double dial calendar wall clock.
CONDITION:
Walnut case in original finish with a couple dings and scratches. Paper time dial has age darkened. Original calendar dial is very clean. Original hands. Paper date rollers have age darkened. There is a repair to a split in the carved crest.
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$600
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 32in x 12in x 4.75in
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Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, NY, "Hanging Cottage No. 7" wall hanging clock with a spring driven 8 day time and strike movement with a perpetual calendar mechanism in a walnut case.
CONDITION:
The case has been very nicely refinished. The paper time/calendar dial plate is in excellent condition. The hands are original. The movement is signed E. N. Welch, made for the Ithaca Calendar Clock Company. The base to the case has been professionally restored and it matches the rest of the case exactly. The visible nickel plated pendulum bob is original. The overall appearance of this clock is excellent.
ESTIMATE:
$750
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$850
PRICE SOLD:
$1000
CIRCA: 1882
DIMENSIONS: 29.5in x 13in x 5.75in
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DESCRIPTION:
Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, NY, "No. 4 Hanging Office" 30-day double wind spring driven timepiece movement (by E. N. Welch) with a perpetual calendar mechanism in a walnut case.
CONDITION:
The finish on the case is now fairly thin. The time dial has been nicely repapered as has the calendar dial. The original papered calendar rollers have darkened with age, The hands are all period. The door glasses are both original. The movement is signed.
ESTIMATE:
$450
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$650
PRICE SOLD:
$750
CIRCA: 1880
DIMENSIONS: 28.8in x 15.5in x 4.3in
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DESCRIPTION:
F. Kroeber Clock Co., New York, "Indian Hunter V.P.", 8 day, time and strike spring brass movement metal front mantel clock. This a Nicholas Muller case No. 181 and is stamped on the case. The statue is copied from the original by John Quincy Adams Ward, a famous American sculptor, which was completed in 1886 and stands in Central Park, New York. Herman Muller, son of Nicholas and brother-in-law of Kroeber, was granted a patent for this case design in 1880, seven years after his father's death.
CONDITION:
Cast spelter front case has some scattered surface wear. Statue has some minor surface abrasion. Original paper dial is soiled with wear and abrasions. Original hands and pendulum. Nice label on the back of the case.
ESTIMATE:
$700
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$475
CIRCA: 1878
DIMENSIONS: 22in x 14.5in x 4.75in
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F. Kroeber Clock Co., New York, NY, 8 day mantel clock with multiple bell chiming strike in mahogany case with two part enmael dial.
CONDITION:
the case retains its original finish with some minor scuffs and scrapes and two splits under the glass front. This model is not named, and is later in the Kroeber line, striking on four bells in bottom of case. An identical example is in the collection of the American Clock & Watch Museum, Bristol, Conn.,
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$650
CIRCA: 1904
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National Calendar Clock Co., "Fashion" shelf clock with a spring driven 8 day, time and half hour strike movement (New Haven Clock Co.) and a simple calendar mechanism.
CONDITION:
The walnut case retains some original finish. The black paper dials are in very good condition with some minor wear. The hands are original. The movement is signed New Haven.
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$1300
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 32in x 16.2in x 6.5in
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New Haven Clock Co., New Haven, Conn., "Fashion", 8 day, time and strike spring brass movement double dial shelf calendar clock.
CONDITION:
Refinished walnut case with a small knick on the base, a small repair on the dial mask and on each corner just below the curved top. Original black and gold dials with some minor wear. Original Fashion glass and hands. The top left corner molding may be replaced. One of the finials is old while the other two are modern. None may be original as they don't match the finials shown in the catalogs.
ESTIMATE:
$1700
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$700
CIRCA: 1890
DIMENSIONS: 32in x 16in x 5in
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DESCRIPTION:
Sonora Chime Co., New York, 8 days, time and strike spring brass movement Sonora chime striking on 10 tuned bells bracket clock. The Sonora Chime Co. was making chime movements and purchasing clock movements from the New Haven Clock Co. and casing them up. This is before Seth Thomas purchased the rights from Sonora to make the movements in 1912.
CONDITION:
Mahogany and mahogany veneered case in original finish has some minor dings and abrasions. Original silvered dial has scattered light tarnished areas. Original hands. Inlayed front access panel has a very small piece of inlay missing. The backboard is a replacement.
ESTIMATE:
$3000
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$4000
PRICE SOLD:
$4200
CIRCA: 1907
DIMENSIONS: 19in x 12.75in x 8.25in
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