AUCTION : 0519

Lot#: 13

DESCRIPTION: Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, "Florida" base with figural "Group No. 1089" shelf clock, 8 day, time and strike, spring driven movement with visible Brocot escapement in a festooned fluted column with silver finish topped by two children, white enamel cartouches with roman numerals, and Louis XV style hands.
CONDITION: statue of children has no breaks or repairs. The original silver finish has started to form small blisters, but has suffered few losses thus far. Some yellowing of protective finish and a few areas that may have been touched up with metallic silver pigment. Dial cartouches and hands are excellent. Visible escapement with steel pallets.
ESTIMATE: $1400 - $1800
PRICE SOLD: $1000
CIRCA: 1894
DIMENSIONS: 28in x 12in x 10in

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