DESCRIPTION:
German tall case "organ or flute clock", 3-piece dial with painted scene of naval battle above round metal dial, time and strike weight driven movement in grain painted case with faux-grain burled door, 8-tune c1850
CONDITION:
has 80 flutes, all original, some needing minor repairs. Time and strike 8-day movement has had the chain replaced and it could use a better fit chain. Has a very large weight to drive the wooden pin-drum organ. The bellows and drive mechanism try to operate, but have not been serviced in many years. The base or plinth [bottom 20 inches] has had restoration. The top painted scene [on original zinc] is very exciting with lots of cannon and smoke. Ht 96"
ESTIMATE:
$6000
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$8000
PRICE SOLD:
$4600
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Henry Rentzheimer American tall case clock, 8 day time and strike weight driven movement in mahogany fan decorated case with arched brass dial and seaweed spandrels, displaying date aperture at 6 o'clock and second's bit at 12 o'clock and signed Henry Rentzheimer on disc in arch, c1785
CONDITION:
refinished broken arch case with fan accent on door [now gilded], and the plinth has had a crack filled in and been restained, French style feet are original. The brass dial is in excellent condition with original hands, the broken arch hood HAS three finely spun brass finials (not pictured) for the three fluted chimneys. One of the weights has its outer cover fractured. Henry Rentzheimer is listed in Spittler & Bailey's "American Clockmakers & Watchmakers" as living in Allentown Pennsylvania before 1812. Ht 93"
ESTIMATE:
$4000
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$5000
PRICE SOLD:
$2000
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Herschede Clock Co. Cincinnati, Ohio, Model 217 triple tune, rolling moon tall case clock time and quarter chime on 9 tubes with option for Westminster, Whittington, or Canterbury chimes and silent lever, in a mahogany case with fluted half columns and steel and pierced brass moon phase dial, c1950
CONDITION:
original finish, the removable top dust cover to the case is missing (simple rectangular board) the bottom of the case is damaged from having the weights falling through the bottom, the dial is in good condition with no tarnish, one tube is a replacement and the weight pulleys need to be strung. Includes the original sales booklet and instructions. From a home in New England, one owner, generally good, sound condition. Ht 80"
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$850
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John Warner, London, tall clock with very early single hand brass dial and 30 hour time and bell strike "bird cage" style movement with endless chain winding in hard wood case, c1695
CONDITION:
early single hand movement introduced to very early c1700 English oak cornice top case which needs base restoration and fits the hood opening fine. Oak case has been refinished and with some replaced moldings. Still has a lot of character. John Warner was apprenticed to London clockmaker Henry Winne in 1675 and became a freeman of the Clockmaker's Company in 1682. Ht 77"
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$500
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Silas Hoadley, Plymouth Conn., tall clock time and strike 30 hour wooden works movement w/ ivory bushings with second's bit at 12 o'clock in grain painted poplar case, c1820
CONDITION:
original dial is pretty good with minor paint loss above the 12. Hands do not match but replacements are available. There is a dry split in base of case. Mov't appears sound, but will need servicing; seconds hand is missing. Best part is the original finish on the case. Ht 86"
ESTIMATE:
$1750
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$2250
PRICE SOLD:
$1000
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Silas Hoadley tall clock time and strike 30 hour wooden works movement with and date calendar at 6 o'clock and seconds bit at 12 o'clock in grain painted poplar and pine case, c1820
CONDITION:
the case has been stripped and much of the graining is now absent. Both the seconds hand and calendar hand are missing; hour and minute hands appear original. no pendulum rod, replaced weights. Ht 85"
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$400
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Tiffany & Co., New York, tall case clock, 8 day, quarter chiming, three weight driven movement and playing choice of Westminster chimes on four gongs or Whittington chimes on a nest of 8 bells, in mahogany case with barley twist columns flanking hood and beveled glass door and carvings of the North Wind at the top of the hood and on the front of the base and a brass dial with two discs for silent / strike and Whittington / Westminster and moon phase, c1915
CONDITION:
original finish on case with some scuffing near feet, otherwise excellent, the center finial is a replacement, the fretwork and silk on the right side of the hood is damaged in center section and the bottom inner floor of the case is not present from a weight falling through, the nicely engraved and gilt dial is high quality; the silvered chapter has some oxidation. The second's hand is missing [post intact] and the moon phase disc has been reduced to brass with no paint, the pendulum is original with solid mahogany rod and some light oxidation on the brass bob. Very large and robust English movement with brushed pattern plates. Ht 100"
ESTIMATE:
$5000
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$8000
PRICE SOLD:
$7750
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Unsigned painted dial tall case clock, 8 day time and strike weight driven movement in mahogany and mahogany veneer case with carved crest and dial picturing Lady of the Lake in the arch and Four Seasons in the corners, with date dial at 6 o'clock and second's bit at 12 o'clock, c1800
CONDITION:
the case retains most of its original finish nicely rubbed down and cleaned. The top crest has been replaced and there is a split above the door and another in the base and some minor splitting in parts of the veneer. The dial is in excellent condition with some minor touch ups. The old painted pendulum bob may be a replacement. Ht 91"
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1700
PRICE SOLD:
$1600
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W. Dickie, Paisley, Scottish tall case clock, 8 day time and strike weight driven movement in mahogany veneer broken arch case with arched brass dial and seaweed spandrels, displaying date dial at 6 o'clock and second's bit at 12 o'clock and signed W. Dickie Paisley on disc in arch, c1800
CONDITION:
the case has an old refinish with veneer repairs on both the hood and the base, portions of the top crest and the feet are both replacements. The dial is in good condition with no oxidation, however polished to brass - chapter needs silvering. The seconds and calendar hands may be replacements. Ht 86"
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$1300
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Winterhalder & Hofmeier, Neustadt, Baden, Germany, tall clock, retailed/ cased by Colonial Manufacturing Co., Zeeland, Mich. (signed on movement and on plaque inside of door) 8 day, 3-wt, quarter chime, Westminster tune on 5 tubes movement in Honduras mahogany case with brass rolling moon phase dial with strike and chime silent levers and signed "W.&H., Sch.", c1920
CONDITION:
original finish on case in excellent condition save for a partial fracture in case bottom from the falling weight, the brass dial is in excellent condition with no oxidation, the pendulum rod is oxidized with a replaced rating nut and the silk screening is torn behind the intact fret work. Ht 82"
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$900
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English bracket clock with 8 day, three fusee, 8-Bell quarter chime movement in an ebonized case with gilt columns and flame finials in the style of a century earlier, c1890
CONDITION:
this clock has been setting idle and will need cleaning before regular use. The little separators between the bells have deteriorated and some of the bells are touching each other. The multipiece dial is typical of English work during this time, with a silvered brass chapter ring, cast floral spandrels, and subsidiary dials in the arch for Chime-Silent and your choice of Cambridge or Whittington bell chimes. The heavy and robust movement has floral engraving on the back plate and pendulum. The pendulum tie down is absent. The case itself has all its original decorative trim intact, and with front and rear door locks and it has the old finish intact with touch up near escutcheons. The rear door has come off its hinges and will need to be rehinged. Ht 18"
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$1700
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English, mahogany cased Victorian, triple fusee chiming bracket clock, playing your choice of Whittington tune on 8 bells or Westminster on 4 heavy flat-wire gongs, and then counting the hours on a large deep-toned cathedral gong. The impressive case with ormolu caryatids to the corners surmounted by a large pineapple finial, surrounded by 4 flame finials. The finely engraved dial plate is gilded and with subsidiary dials for chime-silent, F/S and tune selection.
CONDITION:
there are minor nicks to the case, commensurate with the age of the clock. Lacquer on the silvered chapter ring has discolored in the 3--6 quadrant. Clock is overall excellent to outstanding original condition. Note gong assembly will be removed to facilitate shipping. Ht 24"
ESTIMATE:
$5000
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$7000
PRICE SOLD:
$6000
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English, Patton & Co., London, 8-day time & bell strike, twin fusee movement, mahogany case bracket clock, with strike-silent dial in the arch, & with fan style brass side frets and brass bracket feet, C. 1810
CONDITION:
Mahogany case in very nice condition in an original finish. Painted dial is very clean with one tiny flake. Cable drive fusee movement is nicely engraved on the back plate with bright cut engraving on the pendulum bob. Brass hands are original. Pendulum has an interesting method for adjusting the length Ht. 17"
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$2500
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German, 8-day time/strike bracket style mantel clock, not signed, but most likely a Lenzkirch; gong and movement show proper characteristics, C.1890
CONDITION:
Dark mahogany stained case in clean condition with some minor wear to the finish on the sharp corners and a little damage on the top right molding. Original silvered dial has some tarnish and wear spots. The suspension spring is broken. Hands are original. Overall an attractive & well made clock. Ht. 16.5"
ESTIMATE:
$175
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$275
PRICE SOLD:
$375
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Junghans, German, 8 day time, strike and Westminster chime bracket clock, c1915, walnut case.
CONDITION:
the case has its original finish. The movement is marked "B08" and "J" inside an eight pointed star. The indicator is missing on the Chime / Silent selector. Ht 19"
ESTIMATE:
$350
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$550
PRICE SOLD:
$450
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M. Bentwe, in Wien, Austrian bracket clock with calendar and moon phase 56 hour time and quarter strike crown verge movement in hard wood case with silvered chapter ring and unusual north wind brass spandrels and mock pendulum aperture, c1750, chain fusee for time train, backplate engraved in the English manner.
CONDITION:
the front door and the base are replacements and newer reinforcement has been relieved to accommodate pendulum swing. The case is in the usual Austrian style, probably ebonized originally, now stripped down to its mahogany colored base. This three train clock at one time had an English style pull quarter repeat, those pieces missing & no longer operational. The movement brackets are new; wooden shims added to stabilize movement. Overall, this is a good looking 18th century clock with restorations. Note the movement with heavy balluster pillars and robust construction. Ht 20"
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$700
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Emilan Wehrle & Co, Trumpeter Clock Factory, Furtwangen, Germany, shelf flute clock, 8 day time, strike and 9-tube flute playing spring driven movement with choice of two tunes. The profusely carved case decorated with deer, squirrels, leaves and acorns also has two carved and painted flautists appearing through doors, bottom of case front. The dial has outstanding and intricately carved bone hands and numerals, c1880
CONDITION:
the case has original finish, the side doors may be replacements but are as received by the current owner and the original carved crest is now glued to case with restoration on tail of squirrel The original pendulum has its sides trimmed. The movement was cleaned, complete and functional for the previous owner. Although we managed to get it to play, the new owner may need to have the clock adjusted to have it run properly again. Ht 36"
ESTIMATE:
$10000
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$12000
PRICE SOLD:
$6000
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Anglo American, wall clock 8 day time and strike spring movement in a carved mahogany case, c1880
CONDITION:
outstanding restored condition including Martha Smallwood repainted dial and professionally refinished case with minor repair to bezel hinge. Ht 28"
ESTIMATE:
$300
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$500
PRICE SOLD:
$425
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Barraud, London English "Balloon" bracket clock with 8 day time, strike and alarm spring driven double fusee movement in inlaid mahogany case, c1790
CONDITION:
the rear door is a replacement, well done and with a door lock & brass sound fret, the ebonized wooden bezel has a glue repair and an age crack in case below 5. The front panel has been re-attached to the carcass with epoxy, which can be seen in the mov't photo (it is holding fine, but would benefit from being painted black). The pendulum is a proper replacement. The dial is nicely silvered and engraved "Barraud London" with finely cut brass hands. The alarm mechanism is intact. Overall a good 18th Century English clock. Ht 22"
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$2300
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English, in the Dutch blue delft style, porcelain case fitted with a French 8-day balance wheel movement (cylinder escapement). Case is stamped on the back with an English logo.
CONDITION:
Porcelain case in fine condition. Porcelain dial is perfect and the hands are original. Ht. 16"
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$900
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In the style of Thomas Cole, London, C.1850, figural group fitted with a French silk thread suspension movement. Gilt brass cast branches and an engraved silvered dial. Silvered cast figures.
CONDITION:
Overall the figural set looks to be in very nice condition. Hands could be replaced as they appear to be a little short. Although very nice, this clocks lacks the very crisp quality one normally associates with Cole. Exposed movement would benefit from a dome. Ht. 19".
ESTIMATE:
$1800
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$2200
PRICE SOLD:
$1800
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German wall clock 8 day time and strike spring driven movement in a mahogany case, c1900
CONDITION:
the case has original finish. The original porcelain dial in excellent dial has brass dial center, brass pendulum bob and porcelain beat scale all in excellent condition. Ht 61"
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$500
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French, Guilmet, (mov't by Japy Freres), STEAM HAMMER clock from the French Industrial series designed by Guilmet, 8-day time/strike, the vertical impact "hammer "serving as the pendulum after power has been transferred 9 times, "as found" c1880
CONDITION:
This clock is in need of restoration. All the brass work needs polishing; hands have a light coat of rust. A lever and connecting rod on the side to the top steam valve is missing. One of the nuts on the lower right side next to the pendulum is missing. The black marble base is chipped on the edges and corners. The back dust cover for the mov't is made from a piece of aluminum (should be brass). The bell standard and bell are missing from the movement. Movement needs serious cleaning, is signed with Guilmet mark (GLT-Paris) and #462. For reference, see Derek Roberts' book titled Mystery, Novelty & Fantasy Clocks, page 260, figures 22-18 and 22-19. Ht 18"
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$3500
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French, Lighthouse Clock with helical Torsion Pendulum, in a rectangular case simulating stone construction silvered center stones and brass-gilt corner stones. The square movement is signed with Guilmet trademark, serial #1023. The briskly rotating pendulum, suspended from the center of the dome, is surmounted by clear and colored prisms that simulate the motion of a lighthouse beacon. c.1885
CONDITION:
the marble base has been drilled and 4 stanchions added at the corners to accommodate chain around the base of the lighthouse. Movement is complete and sound, striking on a gong. The trapezoidal rear dust cover is a well made replacement. Ht 23.5"
ESTIMATE:
$6000
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$8000
PRICE SOLD:
$6000
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Barthe à Dijon, French Louis XIV Boulle type mantel clock with 8 day time and bell strike movement with crown wheel escapement. The tortoise shell veneer case is flanked by four caryatids and is profusely inlaid with brass and some silver highlights. The engraved and embossed brass dial has large enamel cartouche numerals, c1700
CONDITION:
the case has shell-veneer repair to the lower right side of case with minor flaking elsewhere (bits collected in plastic bag) and the back door and pendulum are probably later replacements. The brass below the dial is intricately engraved while the the outer dial is marked 1 to 60 and the inner dial was cast in scientific/ floral motif, nicely chased. There are eight cast brass finials on case top, one of which is a replacement and one is repaired. The serpentine style hands are later. Rt front foot mounting is bent. Was ticking briskly while being cataloged. This is an impressive early piece in generally sound condition. For a similar example see page 108 in Tardy's "La Pendule Francaise" volume 1. Ht 23"
ESTIMATE:
$5000
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$7000
PRICE SOLD:
$5000
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French, "LeRoy, Horologer de Madame, Paris", 8-day time/strike silk thread suspension clock, in an architectural mahogany case with bright ormolu mounts, C. 1810
CONDITION:
Fine mahogany case with ormolu mounts in very nice condition in an old finish. The rear glazed door with restoration. Original porcelain dial is perfect and the hands are original; good Le Roy signature on dial. Nice lyre form grid iron compensating pendulum. The movement properly signed and with number 939. Ht. 20".
ESTIMATE:
$7000
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$8000
PRICE SOLD:
$6250
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French, 8-day time/strike brass & glass double dial crystal regulator calendar clock retailed by Fr. Baumann, Wien., the calendar dial is perpetual, correcting for short months, and with phases of the moon. Dials are offset by a stippled and gilt brass mask, C.1900
CONDITION:
Brass and glass case in good condition; brass could stand polishing. Original porcelain dials are perfect and the hands are original. The beveled glass panels on the front and rear doors have a corner chip. The rest of the glass panels are fine. Ht. 14.5".
ESTIMATE:
$7500
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$8500
PRICE SOLD:
$8500
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French, Chaveau, Paris, 4-Column Empire mantel clock, bright ormolu case, the well made pinwheel movement with 60 pins in 'scape wheel and affording half seconds on the dial, also with central calendar & knife edge suspension, C.1830.
CONDITION:
this clock has been in storage and will need cleaning. One verge pallet has been repaired, but it seems to 'scape fine. The knife edge support is loose where it attaches to the bridge. Case gilding has some wear on high spots but is overall quite bright. Porcelain enamel dial is really perfect. Ht 21"
ESTIMATE:
$7000
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$9000
PRICE SOLD:
$13500
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French, lyre form mantel clock, ebonized wood case with ormolu mountings, the pinwheel movement contained within the base of the gird iron pendulum, which has knife edge suspension, the entire movement and pendulum swinging as a single unit. Gilt engine turned dial with painted roman numerals and seconds hand, C. 1840
CONDITION:
Case and pendulum are in very nice condition with bright yellow gilding intact. The numbers on dial have a little loss. Hands and hardware are original. Ht. 23".
ESTIMATE:
$12000
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$15000
PRICE SOLD:
$14000
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French, Napoleon III, ormolu musical and automaton novelty mantel clock, in the form of a castle, time and bell strike with silk thread suspension, c.1870, less dome, two "trains" with early style locomotives and cars traveling across the front on two bands, driven by an independent spring barrel, the plinth also housing a musical movement
CONDITION:
overall very good original condition. This clock is from an Antiquorum auction, and also nearly identical to one sold at Christies, lot 50 in sale 1533, for $18000. Overall ht 26" (20" wide). Also see this type clock described by Arthur W.J.G. Ord-Hume, The Musical Clock, Mayfield Books, Mayfield, 1995, p.191, plate IX/28. Note also semaphore /signal that moves on the right tower.
ESTIMATE:
$15000
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$20000
PRICE SOLD:
$16000
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Patek Philippe, Geneva, "Naviquartz", Swiss made very high quality quartz battery operated timepiece. This was sold and serviced by the Lewis Engineering Co., Nagatuck, CT. Serial No. 690575, C. 1975
CONDITION:
In like new condition with original mahogany case that has some dings and scratches. The owners manual is missing. These were very expensive when new. Ht. 8"
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$1850
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Swiss, LeCoultre, ATMOS, self winding perpetual running timepiece in a copper and glass case. Serial No. 13389, C. 1942
CONDITION:
Copper plated brass and glass case in nice condition with tarnished areas on the base from degradation of the lacquer. Silvered dial has some light tarnish. Case has a lift off top with two pins to anchor it. Ht. 9"
ESTIMATE:
$250
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$350
PRICE SOLD:
$425
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Swiss, LeCoultre, ATMOS, self winding perpetual running timepiece in a brass and glass lift-off case. Serial No. 20330, with carry case, C. 1947
CONDITION:
Brass and glass case in good condition that is tarnished by degradation of the lacquer finish. Dial is perfect. This timepiece has a custom leatherette covered carrying case with latching top that may have been used by a salesman when he visited various jewelry stores to show the product. Clock ht. 9", Carry case ht = 11"
ESTIMATE:
$250
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$350
PRICE SOLD:
$450
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Swiss, LeCoultre, ATMOS, self winding perpetual running timepiece in a brass and glass case. Serial No. 157629, C. 1962
CONDITION:
Brass and glass case in very nice condition with some very minor scratches on the top. Painted dial is perfect. Case has a lift off top with two pins to anchor it. Ht. 9"
ESTIMATE:
$300
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$400
PRICE SOLD:
$475
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Swiss, LeCoultre, ATMOS, 15J, self winding perpetual running timepiece in a brass and glass case. Serial No. 239994, C. 1966
CONDITION:
This timepiece is in good condition with tarnish on the front area of the case and degradation of the lacquer finish. Dial is perfect. Ht. 9"
ESTIMATE:
$300
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$400
PRICE SOLD:
$450
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Ansonia Clock Co., "Ambassador", 8-day time/strike brass & onyx crystal regulator, with open 'scape on dial center, C. 1914
CONDITION:
Green onyx and brass case in overall nice condition with just a small chip on the right side edge of the base and a little roughness on the back edge of the base. Original porcelain dial is perfect. Hour hand is a possible replacement. Beveled glass panels are perfect. Ht. 11.5"
ESTIMATE:
$300
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$400
PRICE SOLD:
$425
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French crystal regulator mantel clock 8 day time and strike movement with ship's wheel as detached balance and Roman numeral porcelain dial, c1890
CONDITION:
The brass case has been polished and the 3.5" dial is in excellent condition with no hairlines. The ships wheel has 2 pivots that rest on a saddle enabling the balance to roll; an extra long "lever" engages a pin on the ships wheel, transmitting the movement for locking and unlocking the anchor escapement. Mov't is clean and running; bears no makers name, just serial #13554. Ht 9"
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$1400
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French, 8-day time & gong strike brass & glass crystal regulator, in an unusual Art Nouveau style case, C. 1900
CONDITION:
Clean brass case that most likely gilded originally is worn from polishing to expose the copper plating underneath in a few places. Original gilt & painted dial has some wear to the numbers and the chapter ring. Hands are original. Front beveled glass panel has a couple of small corner chips. The other glass panels are fine. Note unusual cast floral motif pendulum is original and goes with floral top and feet. Movement is clean and running. Ht. 13.5".
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$260
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French, Japy Frères 8-day time/strike brass and glass crystal regulator, with cloisonnè multicolor enamel bands top and bottom of case, on the bezel and 2 vial compensating pendulum, C. 1900
CONDITION:
enamel trim case is in clean condition with some tarnish on the case from handling. Original porcelain dial has hairline crack by 8 o'clock and a chip just above 12 o'clock. Hands are original. Movement is signed with Japy logo. Front and back glasses have small corner chips. Side glasses are fine. There is an ugly solder repair to the verge arbor. Ht. 10.75"
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$375
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French, Marti & Cie, 8-day time/strike brass & glass crystal regulator, in a bow-front case and with fancy brilliant studded bezel and matching pendulum, C. 1900
CONDITION:
Polished brass case in clean condition. Beveled glass panels are perfect. Original porcelain dial with brilliant surround is perfect. Hands are original. Mercury pendulum is original. Movement is signed. This clock has been serviced and seems to be running and striking well. Ht 11"
ESTIMATE:
$350
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$450
PRICE SOLD:
$475
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French, Marti, 8-day time & gong strike brass & glass crystal regulator retailed by Tiffany & Co, an oval case with acanthus bands surrounding the top and base, and with 2-vial compensating pendulum, C. 1900
CONDITION:
Polished oval case in clean condition. Original porcelain dial has a minor dark hairline under numeral 3, and part of the Tiffany signature is worn off. Fancy hands are original. Movement is signed. The front door has a small chip on the corner of the beveled glass. The other glass panels are fine. Overall very good condition. Ht. 11.5"
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$500
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$600
PRICE SOLD:
$475
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French, Samuel Marti, 8-day time & gong strike brass & glass bow front with fancy glass crystal columns, and bow front, crystal regulator, C. 1900
CONDITION:
Polished brass case in overall fine condition with a slight tarnish. Beveled glass panels are fine. Original porcelain dial has fancy polychrome floral decorations, and is perfect and the hands are original. Overall fine condition, mov't recently serviced and running well. Ht. 12"
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$950
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German, Jahresuhrenfabrik, C. 1905, 400-day, disc pendulum torsion timepiece in a crystal regulator style case.
CONDITION:
Polished brass case in overall clean condition with a slight tarnish. Original porcelain dial is perfect and the hands are original. Front door beveled glass panel has a small chip in the upper right corner. Rear door glass panel has a chip in the lower right corner. The two side glass panels are fine. Mov't is clean; seems to run. Mov't marked "Patent Angemeldet" + Patents Applied" Ht. 11.25"
ESTIMATE:
$375
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$575
PRICE SOLD:
$700
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., 8-day time/strike brass & glass crystal regulator mantel clock. We could not find this model with heavy cast top and bottom, in the catalogs, C.1906
CONDITION:
Polished brass case in nice condition with some tarnished spots on the front and rear door. Original porcelain dial is perfect. Hour hand is an old spade replacement. Minute hand is original. Movement is signed. The right side beveled glass panel has a chip. The rest of the glass is fine. Ht. 11"
ESTIMATE:
$175
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$275
PRICE SOLD:
$350
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., C. 1908, "Empire No. 200", 8-day time/strike brass & glass crystal regulator mantel clock.
CONDITION:
Brass case in good condition, but in need of a polishing. Original porcelain dial has a hairline crack between 8 and 9 o'clock. Hands are original. Beveled glass panels are perfect. Faux mercury pendulum is missing its rating nut. Movement is properly signed Seth Thomas. Ht. 9.5"
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$200
PRICE SOLD:
$170
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Seth Thomas, Thomaston, Conn. "Empire No. 25" crystal regulator mantel clock with 8 day time and strike spring driven movement in Syrian bronzed case with four Corinthian columns surmounted by casting of cowboy brandishing rifle behind horse, c1910
CONDITION:
this clock is in excellent original condition, and is an uncommon model. Seems to run well. Ht 18 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$900
PRICE SOLD:
$1400
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D. J. Gale, Drop Calendar No. 2, as mf'd by Welch, Spring & Co., with full astronomical indications for age of the moon, day of week, date, and equation of time chart showing sunrise and sunset times for New England latitudes
CONDITION:
this is just about the nicest Gale astro we have ever offered. The original finish is intact on the case, nicely waxed. The original paper dial has just the right amount of wear to give it great character. Hands, tablet, & pendulum are original and with perhaps the best possible label. Cleaned, regulated and running. From the collection of Kent Kroeber. Ht 30"
ESTIMATE:
$6000
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$9000
PRICE SOLD:
$6800
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L. F. & W. W. Carter, Bristol, Conn. miniature B. B. Lewis perpetual double dial calendar 8 day time only spring driven movement in rosewood case, c1865
CONDITION:
the case has its original finish with slight age separations on top bezel. The original painted metal top dial is in very good condition with original hands. Label on calendar mechanism states "MANUFACTURED BY E. BURWELL, BRISTOL CT" and is in excellent condition. The label on case back is in good condition. The mainspring will need to be replaced. This is a great clock in excellent original condition. Ht 26"
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$1000
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D. J. Gale, patent "Gale Drop No. 2", mfg'd by Welch, Spring & Co., Bristol, astronomical indications with age of the moon, day, date and month. Note this clock has an early paper dial without the equation of time chart inside the month ring, C.1871. (See another example in today's sale with the equation chart present)
CONDITION:
overall good original condition, but things that keep this from being excellent include a 1/4 inch piece of plywood screwed to the original back to strengthen cracks in the back. A careful workman could probably remove this. Second thing is a replaced pendulum bob, carefully machined from a solid chunk of brass. {A good original Welch pendulum can be found through the Mart or on eBay}. Last, the pendulum rod is normally wood on this model, and it is now steel. Entire case has been lightly varnished over. Good Welch and good Gale instruction labels [total 2]. The small inner bezel that is opened to wind the clock has been reinforced with a hand-wrought circle of brass and 23 wood screws. We've sold several of these in the 9000--12000 range and have tried to allow for restoration in this estimate. Included is a detailed repair receipt from Chas Tarr of Wolfeboro, who cleaned and oiled the clock in Dec 1990 for the sum of $10 {ten}. Ht 31"
ESTIMATE:
$4000
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$5000
PRICE SOLD:
$2600
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Gilbert Manufacturing Co., Winsted, Conn, short drop octagon with patent Galusha Maranville calendar dial, C.1862.
CONDITION:
the mahogany case was refinished long ago and with nice patina; best part is the original, untouched dial, still with good numerals, days and patent information. Someone replaced the calendar hand with a long minute hand, but that is easily corrected, or left as-is. Has a good label with minor edge loss. Ht. 24.5"
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$375
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Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, New York prototype double calendar shelf clock 8 day time and strike spring driven movement with perpetual calendar in walnut case, c1880
CONDITION:
the case has its original finish rubbed down and cleaned. The paper on top dial is replaced. "Chronometer" painted onto center of mask at a later date. The backboard is now painted black with a new label on the inside. Ht 27 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$800
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$775
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Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, New York, "No. 2 Regulator" or "Hanging Bank Clock" double dial calendar wall clock 8 day time only double weight movement with perpetual calendar in walnut case, c1875
CONDITION:
the case has been refinished and parts of the case bottom and the top have been professionally replaced. The top dial has been repapered. A very clean example. Ht 49"
ESTIMATE:
$3500
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$4500
PRICE SOLD:
$3000
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Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, New York, "Regulator No. 1" or "Hanging Bank Clock" double dial calendar wall clock 8 day time only two weight movement with perpetual calendar in walnut case, c1875
CONDITION:
the case is refinished with the bottom professionally replaced. The original top paper dial has been coated with a cream color. Ht 49"
ESTIMATE:
$4500
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$5500
PRICE SOLD:
$6700
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Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., New York, No. 6 Hanging Library, walnut 8-day time & strike double-dial perpetual calendar clock, C.1880
CONDITION:
Refinished case in overall good condition, part of one top crest is new wood, Original paper dials show scuffs, stains and lifting. Original paper rollers yellowed. Top glass and half of lower glass missing. Original movements are complete but need service. Ht.28".
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$850
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., "Office Calendar No. 6" double dial wall clock with 8 day time and perpetual calendar spring driven movement in walnut case, c1895
CONDITION:
the case has original finish and turnings. The upper dial is a replacement. The inside of door has an excellent label. Even though the paper cover for the month roller is light green, it appears to be original {certainly old}. Ht 32"
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$800
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Seth Thomas, Thomaston, Conn. "Office Calendar No. 7" double dial calendar wall clock 8 day time only spring driven movement in rosewood veneer case, c1895
CONDITION:
the case has great original finish with an age split at very top and bottom. The dials have old/original paint with some minor flaking on the lower dial. Note top dial may have been replaced a century ago, as the dial plate is a shiny tin plate [?] on its reverse side, not ST issue. The inside label is in good condition. Ht 26 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$700
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$650
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Welch Spring & Co., Forestville, Conn. "No. 2 Regulator" double dial calendar wall clock 8 day time only two weight movement with B. B. Lewis perpetual calendar in rosewood and rosewood veneer case, c1870
CONDITION:
the case has its original finish with minor veneer restoration around bezel. The original painted dial is in good condition with minor flaking around screw holes. The B. B. Lewis label inside door is in excellent condition and the Welch label inside the case is in fair condition with about 15% loss, and a couple of repair labels pasted over printing. Ht 34 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1300
PRICE SOLD:
$900
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Welch Spring & Co., Forestville, Conn. "Round Head No. 4" double dial calendar wall clock 8 day time only spring driven movement with B. B. Lewis perpetual calendar mechanism in rosewood veneer and grain painted case, c1880
CONDITION:
the case retains its original finish. Both dials are original and in good condition. The B.B. Lewis label is on inside of door and the label on back of case is in good condition. Ht 31 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1100
PRICE SOLD:
$1000
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Welch, Spring & Co., Bristol Conn., shelf "Wagner" double-dial 8-day time & strike perpetual calendar mahogany mantle clock, C.1880.
CONDITION:
Original finish case with all finials, columns and buttons intact. Original painted top dial has some losses, coated paper lower dial has some lifts and bubbles. Movement ticks and strikes hours, calendar advances. Old blue label in case bottom complete with some scuffs; dust cover in rear of case is intact. Ht.26".
ESTIMATE:
$1250
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$1750
PRICE SOLD:
$1050
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William E. Hadlock, Roxbury, Mass. wall regulator clock with 8 day time only spring driven movement in walnut case with painted metal dial signed for "C. A. Mills, Boston", c1880
CONDITION:
the movement is well built and robust. the case is refinished with top trim and lower trim around base added at a later date. The tablet is restored and the dial is repainted. William E. Hadlock was born in Lowell, MA in 1845 and died in Wenham, MA in 1915. He was primarily known as a marine chronometer maker and we sold an example of one of his chronometers in our April sale of 2010 for $1840 (includes 15% buyer's premium). He also made a limited number of high grade clocks that rarely come to market. This is a finely restored example with documentation included. Ht 39"
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$1400
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A Boynton, Boston (attributed) lyre banjo weight driven time only wall clock, mahogany case with carved throat, c1837
CONDITION:
the case has been refinished and the throat tablet has been replaced (bottom tablet is original); top finial is a replacement. The dial was repainted maybe 50 years ago, and aging nicely. Has barbed hands. There is a piece of missing veneer on the lower left return, and various dry splits in the case. The movement appears original to the case. Center lyre section is held to the case sides with 2 large screws {original}. An old paper note inside makes the attribution to Boynton. Ht 40"
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$3000
PRICE SOLD:
$2600
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A. Stowell & Son, Charlestown, Mass., mahogany 8-day weight-driven banjo timepiece, C.1850.
CONDITION:
Needs restoration, tired original finish with signs of regluing. Old reverse-paint bottom tablet has minor losses, throat glass is clear and loose (held in with masking tape) in hinged throat door. Top glass is old and wavy, but more recently installed. Old Jasper Stone dealer label inside base. Very nice painted-metal dial, 1899 penciled repair note on back. Correct old movement needs service, lacks weight. Ht.29".
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$700
PRICE SOLD:
$560
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Aaron Willard, Boston banjo wall clock time and alarm 8 day weight driven movement in mahogany case with gold rope molded front with painted iron dial and brass alarm center, c1830
CONDITION:
the case has original finish with one glue block replaced at top of case. The old throat and lower tablet are correctly repainted and restored. The dial is now held in place by screws and has some minor in-painting. The movement lacks alarm mechanism and bell {see winding arbor is present at 10:30}. The weight is a replacement. Ht 33 3/4"
ESTIMATE:
$1500
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$2000
PRICE SOLD:
$1100
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Attleboro banjo, 8 day time only weight driven, in a rosewood grain painted cherry case with moon style hands, c1850
CONDITION:
original finish has been nicely cleaned, the dial, hands, and tablet are all original and in good to very good condition. This is a very nice example overall. Ht 29"
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$1500
PRICE SOLD:
$1050
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Banjo attributed to Simon Willard 8 day weight driven time only movement with Willard's distinct T-bridge suspension and fillister retaining screws in mahogany case with cross banded veneer accents and side arms, c1815
CONDITION:
original finish on case in overall excellent condition with one small chip in bottom left side, missing the knob on the bottom door. The tablet picturing a young shepherdess tending to a lamb and the throat glasses are in original condition with almost no losses. The original hand wrought barbed hands are in excellent condition. The only minor detractions are a well done professionally repainted dial and an appropriately replaced lead banjo weight with duck-billed hook. Ht 33"
ESTIMATE:
$4000
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$6000
PRICE SOLD:
$4200
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Boston area banjo, in the style of a Howard #4, wall clock with 8 day time only weight driven movement in rosewood grain painted case, c1860
CONDITION:
the case has original rosewood grain finished and the bottom board, weight slides and crystal are detached but present and there has been a split repaired in the bezel. The dial is all original and in good condition. Movement dirty with minor discoloration. This clock is in good restorable condition and reassembled would be a fine example. The weight is a replacement. Ht 32"
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$800
PRICE SOLD:
$750
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G. G. Brewster, Portsmouth, NH, presentation banjo, weight driven, 8-day, time only wall clock, rope twist, gold front, c1830
CONDITION:
the gilding and throat tablet were re-done maybe 60 years ago and with nice aging at this point. Lower tablet of 1812 naval battle is period, with some touch up to background. The movement was signed & dated (1833) on lower front plate, the name cut in with a graving tool, not a common method at this time, so name may have been added later [?]. Movement appears original to case and is attached with a single screw from the rear of the case back. Lead weight with duck bill hook is a proper replacement. Crazed dial surface appears old, with some chips; black has been strengthened. Ht 40"
ESTIMATE:
$1750
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$2750
PRICE SOLD:
$2800
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Lyre form banjo clock attributed to Aaron Willard Boston with applied Aaron Willard signature weight driven time only wall clock, c1825
CONDITION:
period movement drilled for fillister screws now held in place by machine screws, solder repair to click spring, period dial with later Aaron Willard signature is not original to the case (original dial holes have been filled with wood filler), repainted tablets, period iron weight, period gesso covered gilt eagle, period brass strap on lower baffle, case with old restorations to gold leaf (showing some wear) maybe 60 years ago. Ht 41 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$3000
PRICE SOLD:
$2300
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New Hampshire, Striking Lyre Banjo, certainly by Abiel Chandler of Concord, NH, the dial signed "Smith", the retailer, C.1835
CONDITION:
similar lyre examples are found in nearly every reference book, including those by Parsons, Nutting and Palmer, however we feel that none are as correct nor as original as this one. Reference book photos show similar clocks with various replaced hands, bezels, finials and tablets, while this one, other than replaced iron weights, is about as "good as it gets". Original reverse painted tablets are still held in by their original glue blocks. A minor dry split at the bottom of the carved panel could be repaired, but not without removing the original tablet and glue blocks holding it in place. The closest comparable example is shown in Palmer's "Book of American Clocks", fig 163. Ht 41"
ESTIMATE:
$14000
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$18000
PRICE SOLD:
$29000
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North Attleboro banjo wall clock possibly Horace Tifft 8 day time only weight driven movement in mahogany case with reverse painted throat and tablet glasses, c1840
CONDITION:
the case has its original finish and the right side arm is cracked and repaired. The original iron dial has some in-painting. The original throat and tablet glasses have some touch up. The movement is remounted with newer screws and nuts. Ht 33"
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$950
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William Jepson, Boston banjo, weight driven, 8-day time only wall clock, c1950 {modern case} with period mov't.
CONDITION:
a well made, inlaid mahogany, 20th century case, with a c.1840 movement. Interestingly this clock came to us with an appraisal done by a general antiques specialist, and dating it at 1850. The modern eagle is hand carved wood, well done, painted gold. The dial is also 20th century, well done with a gold accent ring. Modern tablets, the lower one depicting a young boy fishing at a cascading brook. Ht 42"
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$750
PRICE SOLD:
$400
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Williams & Hatch, North Attleboro, Mass., "Baltimore Banjo" wall clock 8 day time only weight driven movement in rosewood grain painted case with circular head and base or figure 8 style, c1870
CONDITION:
the case has its original finish with good rosewood grain paint. The zinc dial is repainted and the throat glass has been restored. There has been lead added to cast iron weight. Case is signed with initials "DLW", correct for this model. Note, lower tablet turned slightly in bezel prior to photo easy to straighten. Ht 32 1/2"
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$3000
PRICE SOLD:
$3000
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Atkins Clock Co., Octagon Drop, XX Regulator with type III (fancy frame) Wagon Spring movement, 30-day, in a rosewood veneered case with ripple molding around the top, C.1859. Movement designed by Joseph Ives.
CONDITION:
although there is no label, the clock is otherwise in excellent original condition, with good dial [some flaking around outer reflector], good hands, sound rosewood case and movement intact. Bone or ivory knobs intact on bezel latch and lower door. This is an uncommon clock; see "The Clocks of Irenus Atkins" by Phil Gregory, page 66. Also see Brooks Palmer "The Book of American Clocks", fig 239 for slightly earlier clock. Ht 25"
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$2600
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E. Taber, Roxbury style tavern clock in a mahogany case with carved accents below the dial, with a later time only weight movement, c.1810
CONDITION:
euphoria over the great look on this clock is compromised when you remove the dial to reveal that the movement has been changed to a slightly later one. You can see that it was originally a striker, a circular pattern and scars from the original bell, and the case back to the right of that has been cut out for a hammer. There are some veneer chips in the bezel above 12. The dial has been repainted. Would be closer to $8000 if the movement was original. Ht 36"
ESTIMATE:
$3000
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$5000
PRICE SOLD:
$1000
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Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn, "Regulator No. 8" in cherry, 8-day, weight movement, with 12" painted dial, and heavy trapezoidal movement with maintaining power and cut pinions. C.1896
CONDITION:
although the dial had flaked and was repainted, this clock is otherwise in excellent to original condition; we have never had a nicer No. 8, and certainly not in cherry. There are some small dings in the pendulum bob, which retains its original lacquer on brass, and very minor nicks to case. Original hands, pulley, weight, beat scale and hardware. Overall a fine example of this model. Ht 56"
ESTIMATE:
$8000
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$12000
PRICE SOLD:
$10600
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Seth Thomas, Thomaston, Conn. "Regulator No. 1 Keyhole" wall clock with 8 day time only weight driven movement in mahogany case, c1915
CONDITION:
the original finish has been rubbed and cleaned. The dial was properly repainted around 20 years ago, and with minor discoloration and chips. The original tablet is in good condition. This is a great example of a very rare clock; we have sold only 2 others in the last 31 years. Ht 34"
ESTIMATE:
$6000
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$8000
PRICE SOLD:
$8000
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Seth Thomas, Thomaston, Conn., "Regulator No. 63" wall clock 8 day time only weight driven movement with second's beating Graham deadbeat escapement in oak case, c1886
CONDITION:
except for the crest, the case has its original finish. The front of the crest has been re-veneered, some carving restored, and two small turnings are absent from sides of center carving. The original dial is in good condition with minor wear around winding arbor. Retains original pulley and weight with knurled end caps. Ht 76"
ESTIMATE:
$14000
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$17000
PRICE SOLD:
$14000
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Walter H. Durfee, Providence R.I., "Lyre" wall clock in the classic style of John Sawin with 8-day time only weight driven Waltham movement stamped "5828" and "W.D." (on the top edge) with quality dead beat movement, maintaining power and Geneva stop works in carved mahogany case with reverse painted panel and painted metal dial signed "W. C. HENRY MAY 1911", c1911
CONDITION:
the case has original untouched finish, . The reverse painted panel and dial have some flaking. A very good original clock. For a similar example please see "Horology Americana" page 91 and another sold at Carl W. Stinson Inc.'s auction of July 2009 for over $14,000 . Ht 36"
ESTIMATE:
$7500
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$10000
PRICE SOLD:
$3900
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Waterbury Clock Co., "Regulator No. 7", oak cased jeweler's wall regulator, with oval rod lyre pendulum, weight driven, 8-day, C.1880.
CONDITION:
the original finish has been cleaned with Kotton Klenser and rubbed to a nice sheen. All the moldings and carvings are still sharp. Mov't, dial and pendulum seem near perfect. The top 8" got separated and was re-glued and had to be re-finished. Still overall excellent condition, and as impressive as the photo Ly item #534 on page 176 of Waterbury book is priced at $14000. Our estimate reflects current trends. Ht 84"
ESTIMATE:
$7000
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$9000
PRICE SOLD:
$6000
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Waterbury Clock Co., Regulator No. 53, quartered oak wall clock, 8-day, 2-wt, time, key lock door, C. 1905
CONDITION:
Although there is minor finish loss on high points, this clock is overall original and outstanding - as good as it gets. For details see Ly's Waterbury book, page 187, fig 564; price guide = $3500. Ht 53.25"
ESTIMATE:
$3000
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$4000
PRICE SOLD:
$2900
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Welch Spring & Co., Forestville, Conn. "Regulator No. 4" wall clock with 30 day time only spring driven nickel plated movement in walnut case, c1875
CONDITION:
the case has its outstanding original finish, nicely waxed. The original painted metal dial is in excellent condition and the glass side panels with gold leaf trim are in nice condition. Inside of case retains original black flocking and beat scale. The only imperfections are the bottom finial is missing a 1" section and the lower right finial has a repaired tip. This outstanding example is the first Regulator No. 4 we have sold in nearly ten years. Ht 41"
ESTIMATE:
$5000
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$7000
PRICE SOLD:
$4000
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Ansonia Clock Co., "Illuminated Alarm", 30 hour time and alarm cottage clock, with patent mechanism added by H. J. Davies of NY, C.1875.
CONDITION:
the rear instruction label is missing a 2 inch strip on the right side, but general instructions can still be understood, and the "H" of Davies can be seen, also the address at No. 5 Cortland St. Davies made the attachment to fit models from several manufacturers, and as a point of interest, only one maker [Bradley of Boston] actually designed their case to hold the lamp and parts as part of an integral design. Included is an old typewritten transcript of instructions. Good Ansonia label inside. Original dial and old hands. Ht 16"
ESTIMATE:
$750
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$1000
PRICE SOLD:
$1200
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Birge & Fuller, Bristol, Conn. "Double Candlestick Sharp Gothic" or steeple on frame mantel clock with 8 day time and strike wagon spring movement in mahogany veneer case, c1845
CONDITION:
original finish on case. The original dial is in good condition with minor flaking around screw holes. All three tablets are original to case. The lower tablet has a relined black border. Brass movement is signed Birge & Fuller. Ht 26"
ESTIMATE:
$3500
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$4500
PRICE SOLD:
$3700
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Birge & Fuller, Bristol, Conn., wagon spring mov't in "Single Candlestick Sharp Gothic" on frame, mahogany veneer case, 30 hour time and gong strike, c1845
CONDITION:
original finish rubbed and cleaned. The zinc dial is correctly redone. The matched pair of glass tablets are finely repainted, and are excellent See page 228 in Kenneth Roberts "Connecticut Clock Technology 1810 - 1862" for similar example. Boardman supplied upper movements to Birge & Fuller. Note label is still full, but has faded; it is legible. Ht 22"
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$3000
PRICE SOLD:
$2500
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E. N. Welch, Bristol, Conn, full ripple beehive 8-day with nice full label, c.1865
CONDITION:
although the sides of the clock have been wire wooled, the finish on the ripple and balance of the clock is original. The dial, hands, mov't and gong are original. Frosted tablet is period, but may be a replacement. A very nice ripple molded shelf clock. Ht. 18.75"
ESTIMATE:
$900
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$1200
PRICE SOLD:
$800
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Elisha Manross, Bristol, Conn, double steeple 8 day time & strike spring driven double fusee mvt in mahogany veneered case on ball feet with reverse painted tablets, c1845. Note heavy strap brass movement with heavy cast iron bracket for spring barrels.
CONDITION:
the finish is original and has been well rubbed down and there are two veneer repairs, one on the rear of the steeple and a mismanaged repair to the right of the door. The two rear ball feet are replacements. The dial is original and in great condition with little loss or flaking and the well detailed tablets are also original and excellent with little loss. Ht 27"
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$3000
PRICE SOLD:
$900
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Forestville Manufg Co., Bristol CT, U.S.A. "Shelf Acorn" clock with 8 day time and bell strike, detached double fusee mvt in a mahogany and maple laminated case with side arms, c1845
CONDITION:
overall this is a nice clock, and except for being refinished and a new tablet, is still quite exceptional. The dial and hands are original and with a pretty good signature still showing on the dial. A machine screw retainer has been added to the fusee assembly to help hold it in place. See photo of rear of clock and also the movement. An example of this model can be found in Palmer's "Book of American Clocks", fig 260, and also in Distin and Bishop, page 124. Mov't properly signed. Ht 24.7"
ESTIMATE:
$6000
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$8000
PRICE SOLD:
$2600
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Seth Thomas, Plymouth, Conn., 30-hour time and strike wooden works movement with Patriotic themed carved columns and eagle splat shelf clock, c1830
CONDITION:
Refinished mahogany veneered case is very clean in an old finish. One of the side returns is missing. Original painted dial is pretty clean with some darker areas on the edges. Hands are original. Tablet with loss is original. Exceptionally nice carved eagle splat. Dust cover on back of case is missing. Label inside case has losses and was varnished at some time, causing it to turn dark. Ht. 30"
ESTIMATE:
$2500
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$3000
PRICE SOLD:
$2200
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Stephen Hassem, Charlestown, NH, kidney dial shelf clock, in a mahogany case with full turned side columns, C.1825
CONDITION:
the glass is new and with improper putty. the case has been refinished; top trim absent. The name on the dial is so worn that it can be read only with a black light, or turning the dial in a strong light. The rear bridge got lost and has been replaced with a sheet brass version that is adequate. Retains original weight. Overall an interesting NH clock. Hassem (aka Hasham) made clocks in Charlestown for only a few years before becoming an inn-keeper. Ht 36"
ESTIMATE:
$2000
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$2500
PRICE SOLD:
$3900
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