DESCRIPTION:
E.F. Caldwell, New York mantel clock with E. Howard & Co., Boston, 8 day, time only, spring driven, nickel damascene movement with lever escapement and is housed in a very heavy marble case with intricately cast Gothic style bronze case trim resting on conforming ebonized wooden base. The cut brass chapter ring has nickel plated Roman numerals and hands, c1915
CONDITION:
the clock is in outstanding original condition with excellent patination to bronze. The marble has some very minor flaking to top rear. The mainspring is fully wound. Edward F. Caldwell & Co. was founded in 1895 and renowned for it's high quality metalwork. The company specialized in manufacturing lighting fixtures, clocks and desk accessories. The firm was dissolved in the early 1930's. The clock is EXTREMELY heavy and fragile (over 100lbs / 45kg) and must be hand delivered if bought by absentee bidding. Ht 23"
ESTIMATE:
$4000
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$6000
PRICE SOLD:
$4000
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