AUCTION : 1014

Lots 1001 - 1100

Lot#: 1001

DESCRIPTION: Waltham Clock Co., Waltham, Mass., custom jeweler's regulator wall clock, 8 days, time only, nickel plated weight driven movement, silvered metal dial with subsidiary seconds and mercury compensated pendulum in a mahogany case with elaborate clamshell decoration on base, c1920
CONDITION: the case retains its original finish and is in excellent condition. The Waltham signed dial has some very minor discoloration near perimeter. The weight has been extended. Original hands and beat scale. This is an outstanding example and includes a presentation plaque to "E.S. French from F.C. Dumaine, 1940". Additional provenance is included. Ht 68"
ESTIMATE: $14000 - $18000
PRICE SOLD: $13000

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Lot#: 1002

DESCRIPTION: Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, NY, "No. 1 REGULATOR" double dial perpetual calendar oak wall clock with full seconds beating pendulum and center seconds hand, two weight, 12 inch dials, written serial #3304, dated behind dials, Nov., 1884
CONDITION: the oak case has been refinished. The top crest & finials and bottom bracket are new, nicely reproduced by Joel Warren of Trumansburg, NY. The rear dust cover is missing behind the movements - although it operates as is, it should replaced. The large dials have been repapered, but the calendar and roller covers are original with very minor loss. This is a great looking clock and runs well. An all original one would bring nearly twice our high estimate. Ht 72"
ESTIMATE: $11000 - $14000
PRICE SOLD: $9500

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Lot#: 1003

DESCRIPTION: Welch, Spring & Company, Forestville, Conn., "Regulator No. 8" wall clock, 8 days, time only, two brass weight driven movement with center sweep seconds in a black walnut case with burled highlights and elements and white enamel dial, c1885
CONDITION: the case retains its excellent original finish. The four small ball finials on bottom are absent. There is a minor crack repair to bottom left trim. The dial has minor repair around center arbor and right winding arbor. There are hairlines between 4 & 5 and above left winding arbor. The pendulum rod is gold leafed. The brass crutch plate insert is absent. The key and beat scale are original. This is a rare example in unusually fine condition. Ht 66"
ESTIMATE: $5000 - $8000
PRICE SOLD: $8500

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Lot#: 1004

DESCRIPTION: Austria, 30 day Laterndluhr timepiece, meter pendulum with silver engine turned dial with seconds bit, in a provincial style mahogany case of mahogany solids and veneers, c.1815
CONDITION: this particular clock is illustrated in Rick Ortenburger's book titled VIENNA REGULATORS AND FACTORY CLOCKS (1990), page 51. Rick must have lost his notes on this clock, since it looks dark in the full photo but careful examination of the close up photo clearly shows the mahogany grain that matches he clock we have here. The inside of the case IS finished in black, but not the outside. If you have Rick's book, you will see that the dial, hands and pulley all match the photo plus we know where the clock has been for the last 25 years. Best part of this clock is the unique early movement. which has a half plate to carry the great & first wheels and separate cocks for the next 3 arbors, and finally a bridge for the rear pivot of the verge. The 8 inch dial retains bright gilding, the center with nice engine turned pattern and the chapter area turned with fine grooves to avoid reflection. At first the Roman numerals seem a bit heavy for this time period, however a look at Kaltenböck's book VIENNESE TIMEPIECES (1993), pages 182-183, will show other early examples with heavier numerals. Pendulum stick, suspension and rating assemblies are later, bob brass both sides. Glass is modern; seat board replaced. Hood sets on trunk by gravity. Hangs through hole in case. This is a large clock, ht 62"
ESTIMATE: $11000 - $14000
PRICE SOLD: $13000

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Lot#: 1005

DESCRIPTION: R. Haswell & Sons, London, England, astronomical regulator, 8 days, time only, weight driven movement, the heavy brass 4 pillar movement with break circuit mechanism designed to send pulses at one second intervals, Harrisons maintaining power, Graham deadbeat escapement with sapphire jeweled pallets, sapphire jeweled pallet arbor, escape wheel, and third wheel, all with endstones, the remaining mobiles with blued steel end pieces fusee type winding stop, crutch with fine beat adjustment, and compensated mercury pendulum, silvered astronomical dial, signed "R. Haswell & Sons, London, blued steel hands, and contained in a mahogany and glass display case with three glazed panels, the back now with added board with mounting brackets for the movement and pendulum, c1890
CONDITION: the clock originally had its pendulum suspension bracket and movement mount fixed to a wall, separate from the wall mounted case, to ensure stability. The case now has an extra backboard for the mounting of movement and pendulum, which could be removed to restore it to its original configuration. Case has some looseness, but is complete, and in good condition overall. The front glass panel has a hole specifically drilled, protected with a grommet to allow for winding of the movement. Dial with minor darkening, and small spot of verdigris. Movement very good, with coat of old lacquer, dirty, would benefit from service. Break circuit mechanism complete, and can be adjusted so that it is free of the escape wheel arbor if not needed. One beat adjustment screw missing. Hands with a few minor bends. Hands, weight, pulley and pendulum appear correct. Ht 63". R. Haswell & Sons, 49 Spencer St., Clerkenwell, are listed in Kellys Directory of Watch and Clock Trades, 1880. The firm apparently were dealers in material and tools, as well as finished clocks and watches.
ESTIMATE: $7000 - $9000
PRICE SOLD: $11000

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Lot#: 1006

DESCRIPTION: A. Rapf, Vienna, Graben 21, Vienna, Austria, oversize Vienna regulator, long duration (30 days?), time only, weight driven movement with subsidiary seconds, nickel plated weight, pulley and precision pendulum, signed "RIEFLER MUNCHEN DRP 100870 241.". The cream enamel dial is signed by Rapf and numbered 1965, c1890
CONDITION: the case retains its original finish, rubbed down and is in very good original condition. The dial has been refired and fully restored. The pendulum, signed by the renowned clock maker Sigmund Riefler, has a fine adjustment that is calibrated and located at tip of pendulum rod. The suspension spring is broken and part of it is included. Ht 72"
ESTIMATE: $2000 - $3000
PRICE SOLD: $4000

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Lot#: 1007

DESCRIPTION: Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., "Office Calendar No. 5" wall clock, 8 days, time and perpetual calendar, weight driven movement in a walnut case with burled spandrels, presentation plaque to "Good Will Lodge No. 181 from the Independent Order of Foresters 1890," a Spencer, Mass. jeweler's label inside door and two painted metal dials, c1890
CONDITION: the case retains its excellent original finish with a 1/2" age crack just below pendulum door. The original top dial retains it original paint and has had the opening around the winding arbor slightly enlarged to accommodate the 1/2" rotation of the dial to better secure it. The lower calendar dial has been professionally repainted. The second's hand post is broken and has been glued in the past. This fine example of a desirable and hard to find model includes an original factory instructions dated January 1st, 1888. Ht 48"
ESTIMATE: $9000 - $12000
PRICE SOLD: $9400

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Lot#: 1008

DESCRIPTION: Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., "Regulator No. 6 Double Time" 8 day timepiece, weight driven with nickel plated bezels, weight and damascened pendulum bob, c1881. This clock is similar to the one pictured in Tran Ly's 3rd Edition on Seth Thomas Clocks, page 284, c1884, shown from the Wasserman collection.
CONDITION: The case retains its original finish with some areas of wear, scratches and paint marks. The original upper painted dial shows loss at the main center arbor, 4PM and 7PM. The lower dial shows similar paint loss. The hands all appear original. The central base finial has been replaced and the other two lower finials have been repaired. The top crest has been secured with a small nail. The porcelain plaque stating "Local Time" is intact below the lower dial. The upper plaque is missing. The driving rod (and beveled gears) from the upper movement to the lower movement are professional replacements. The door glass is old and appears to be original. The clock has been recently serviced and is in fine running condition, The standard Seth Thomas Regulator No. 6 is itself a scarce model. The Regulator No. 6 Double Time is considerably rarer. Minor restoration to this clock would result in a prized timepiece in any collection. We sold the most recent Regulator No. 6 Double Time example out of the Wasserman collection at our October 2011auction for $34,000 plus 15% Buyer's Premium. Ht 47 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $15000 - $25000
PRICE SOLD: $8500

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Lot#: 1009

DESCRIPTION: Silas B. Terry, Terryville, Conn., oversize balance wheel Sharp Gothic clock with 30 hours, time and strike, fusee movement utilizing Eli Terry's unique 1845 patent balance wheel escapement, in a rosewood veneered case, c1845.
CONDITION: The case retains original finish with some veneer issues along the base. The painted wooden dial is in very good condition but has a small support piece added on the left side of the dial. The hour and minute hands are original, but the seconds hand is probably an appropriate replacement. The top door glass and the Fenn stenciled tablet are original. See Horology Americana, page 183 as a reference. Ht 243/4"
ESTIMATE: $7000 - $10000
PRICE SOLD: $14000

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Lot#: 1010

DESCRIPTION: France, table clock with annular time display, architectural porcelain case mounted to a gilt brass foliate molded base, the cylindrical case with Corinthian columns, pink glaze with gilt highlights, and 4 painted panels of very good quality and with gilt frames, the front featuring Chronos bearing a portrait of Louis XVI, surrounded by three putti, one with hourglass, one with scythe, the last with laurel fronds, the sides with full length portraits of women in classical dress, and the back with a basket of flowers suspended by a bowknot, with a background of roses, forget me nots, coneflowers, and two colorful birds, the time display on two rings with Roman and Arabic numeral white enamel cartouches, beneath the domed top with bowknot and floral decorated band, and gilt brass putti playing a lute, c1880
CONDITION: Minor loss to gilding on brass surfaces, minor losses to gilding on porcelain, some minor spots and verdigris on base, a few cartouches with minor chips or hairlines, running and striking, Ht 16 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $12000 - $15000
PRICE SOLD: $9000

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Lot#: 1011

DESCRIPTION: France, mysterious striking novelty, the clock in a drum suspended from two parallel chains, held aloft by the right arm of a spelter female, and the clock swinging from side to side as it runs, c1880
CONDITION: patination / paint on the statue is worn to metal in many places. and oxidation on some of those places; turned wooden base with some losses to lacquer. the clock movement appears complete and sound, although we could not get it to keep running. Roman numerals on the silvered dial are mostly worn away, engraved dial center intact. An unusual item. Ht 31"
ESTIMATE: $9000 - $12000
PRICE SOLD: $8500

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Lot#: 1012

DESCRIPTION: France, "Mystery" clock, the movement contained within the black marble base below, and with statue mounted to a central pivoting base, the pendulum suspended from the female's arm, and swinging without apparent impulse, c1880
CONDITION: the front bottom molding has an old crack near right corner; other minor edge abrasions. Ormolu feet are intact, one loose. The figure of Diana has been repainted; could be better. The glass center pendulum is a reproduction. Incised gilt dial is fine, and with original gilt spade hands. Movement recently serviced and seems to run and strike OK. Movement with the mark of Guilmet (Breveté - GLT - SGDG), and the number 271. For a complete description of the movement and the "mystery" behind this clock, see Derek Roberts' book titled "Mystery, Novelty and Fantasy Clocks" Ht 27 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $4250 - $5250
PRICE SOLD: $4000

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Lot#: 1013

DESCRIPTION: Gubelin, Switzerland, inclined plane clock, time only, gravity powered 15 jewel gilt movement with platform escapement also showing the date, silvered dial with applied gilt Roman numerals and blued steel day pointer, blued steel hands, contained in a gilt drum style case, the incline of scrolled iron with applied gilt acanthus leaf ornament, the front with engraved days of the week, all resting on gilt ball feet, c1980
CONDITION: Inclined plane good, with wear, minor marks and scratches, felt surface faded and worn, clock case with wear and scratches, dial good with minor darkening, hands good, not running, will run with pressure on train, dirty, needs service
ESTIMATE: $3500 - $4500
PRICE SOLD: $4500

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Lot#: 1014

DESCRIPTION: France, large mysterious ball Swing Clock, the clock and grid 'pendulum' arm held aloft by the outstretched arm of "Autumn", statue bearing the signature of Aug. Moreau, c1890
CONDITION: patinated white metal statue originally had a turned wooden base, which is now absent; threaded nut for attaching rod and base are present. Her up stretched arm has been professionally repaired and shows some discoloration. Otherwise the finish and patina are very good. The ball and arm are excellent and original. Ht 38"
ESTIMATE: $3000 - $4000
PRICE SOLD: $3300

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Lot#: 1015

DESCRIPTION: Ansonia Clock Co., New York, "Gloria Ball Swing", patinated, winged female figure with lyre and holding the clock aloft in her right hand, standing on a globe, bound with laurel wreath, and with ebonized 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: Patinated surface with chipping and losses, clock sphere with a few minor dents, loss to surface, and discoloration, lower sphere also with discoloration and loss, movement ticks, needs service and adjustment, Ht 29"
ESTIMATE: $1500 - $2000
PRICE SOLD: $1600

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Lot#: 1016

DESCRIPTION: Ansonia Clock Co., New York, "Gloria" model swinging timepiece, patinated spelter female figure with wings and holding a lyre, standing on the globe and mounted to an ebonized iron base, her right arm supporting the clock with compound pendulum, spherical case with applied Arabic numerals and Louis XV style hands containing the 8 days, time only, movement, gridiron style assembly with ornamented smaller sphere at bottom, c1901.
CONDITION: figure retains much of the original bronze color base coat, the green upper layer having been rubbed away through cleaning, support for clock has been broken and reattached to figure, clock case and lower sphere now painted blue, clock case with small hole in center of back, gilt ornament now painted gold, suspension replaced, shield for front of suspension missing, minor loss to ebonized surface on base, ticks, but will need adjustment, Ht 28 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $1500 - $2000
PRICE SOLD: $1700

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Lot#: 1017

DESCRIPTION: French Swinger, 8 day cast metal figural clock, Guillmet movement stamped Medaille D'Or, Paris, c1890
CONDITION: the standing classical female figure, with a nest of birds in her hand, has its old worn surface but no breaks or damage. The arm's surfaces also look to have their worn original patina with some oxidation. The porcelain dial and beveled glass are fine. Inside the movement canister is a rate adjuster raised and lowered by a small knob on the top. Ht 32" overall.
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1500
PRICE SOLD: $800

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Lot#: 1018

DESCRIPTION: France, figural swinging clock, the male figure standing at the bow of his sailing vessel, with one hand on the wheel, the other held aloft and supporting the clock, mounted to a turned wooden base, now with a later 20th century reproduction 8 day time only, ball style swinging clock
CONDITION: Figure and base refinished, clock / pendulum arm modern replacement, ticks, out of beat, Ht 31"
ESTIMATE: $600 - $900
PRICE SOLD: $400

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Lot#: 1019

DESCRIPTION: European gravity clock for Mappin & Webb Ltd., Johannesburg, South Africa, brass 30 hour timepiece with exposed compound pendulum, c1922.
CONDITION: the brass case has darkened and tarnished but is otherwise in good condition. The glass dial and white painted hands are okay, and the clock ticks as the movement descends its tooth rack, These were made for the English market, movement appears French; may have been completed in England at the time. Ht 10 1/4"
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
PRICE SOLD: $600

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Lot#: 1020

DESCRIPTION: Junghans, Germany, "Elephant" model swinger, 8 day novelty timepiece, c1920
CONDITION: the condition of the patinated spelter elephant and stained wood base are very good, as is the signed white dial and swinging pendulum. The movement appears correct (not a modern Asian copies) and it ticks okay although not tested long term. Ht 11"
ESTIMATE: $500 - $800
PRICE SOLD: $550

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Lot#: 1021

DESCRIPTION: Junghans, Germany, elephant model swinging clock, patinated figure of an elephant mounted to a molded beechwood base, holding the 8 day swinging timepiece aloft at the end of his trunk, clock case with gilt and patinated surfaces, Arabic numeral white enamel dial signed "Junghans Germany" below 6:00, blued steel hands, 8 day time only, movement, c1920
CONDITION: Elephant with intact patination, a few minor scratches/ dings, base good, clock case dirty, with losses and discoloration to surface, dial dirty, and with a few minor scratches, hands good, movement ticks, out of beat will need adjustment, Ht 11"
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
PRICE SOLD: $425

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Lot#: 1022

DESCRIPTION: France, orbital or rotary dial clock, in the shape of a large urn, and with a red variegated marble case, the urn, base and cap all cut from the matching stone decorated with bronze trimmings, and with the time indicated via two rotating dials, one for minutes and one for hours, and with a jeweled serpent on the front of the urn, pointing to the current time, c1880
CONDITION: this clock came to us from storage and has not run for some time; movement plates are discolored. Platform escapement is intact and ticking, and movement strikes on a bell. ht 18"
ESTIMATE: $9500 - $12500
PRICE SOLD: $9500

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Lot#: 1023

DESCRIPTION: France, Bernoux, quality 3-piece "Conical Pendulum" clock set, the case of dark red mottled marble with bronze statue, case feet and yarn basket, and with matching candelabra with bronze arms and accents, c1880
CONDITION: not running; there is some minor edge roughness to the case at rear, balance intact and smooth. The bronze statue is finished in two-tone, the silvered robe with gold or other bright border, and the statue of a robed female weaver and yarn basket, with base signed M. B. Nadaud, Time and bell strike movement appears complete and sound, however top spindle is not now turning; will strike. It is unusual to find a conical model with modified pinwheel escapement. Note that the pendulum is a replacement; the pendulum for this model should be a large tapered yarn ball; see Derek Roberts book titled MYSTERY, NOVELTY & FANTASY CLOCKS, page 127 for example; additionally, the lady is supposed to be holding a smaller 2" yarn spindle in her left hand which is absent on ours. Ht 24"
ESTIMATE: $6500 - $9500
PRICE SOLD: $6000

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Lot#: 1024

DESCRIPTION: Desk or table clock, French 8 days, time and strike, movement with hour repeating, Roman numeral silvered dial with engraved, gilt mask, blued steel fleur de lis hands, the case with lis glasses and in the form of a sedan chair, the cast case decorated with faux repousse ornament in the rococo style and with fleur de lis finial, and with removable carrying handles, c1890
CONDITION: Case good, with minor wear, dial and mask good, hands with rust, minute replaced, front glass with chip, runs and strikes, repeat function added to time and strike clock, snail mounted to hour wheel, and so will not repeat the correct hour as the next hour approaches, Ht 11"
ESTIMATE: $7000 - $9000
PRICE SOLD: $6000

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Lot#: 1025

DESCRIPTION: French, L. Dubois [Paris], extra large 4-column Empire style portico clock with day and month subsidiary dials, and with an aperture below six for the date, bell striking 15 day movement, numbered 435, the case of ebony veneers and ebonized wood, accented with heavy ormolu capitals and moldings, C.1860
CONDITION: the calendar is simple in operation and does not correct for short months; date is adjusted manually via a knurled knob behind 6. The engine turned dial plate and chapter ring have been re-silvered and numerals day/month names re-applied [professional job]. Movement will tick and strike, however oil has congealed and it will need cleaning /adjusting. 9 rod compensating pendulum of alternating brass and steel rods is in good condition, suspended via hook and suspension spring. Minor edge abrasions and small rear chips to wood. Ormolu trims polished to brass. Overall very good condition. Ht 28 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $6500 - $7500
PRICE SOLD: $3300

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Lot#: 1026

DESCRIPTION: Ledure, Bronzier, Hemon, Hor., France, monumental figural mantel clock, the case featuring a large patinated figure of Hannibal among the ruins of Carthage, his sword and helmet at his feet, and surrounded by architectural fragments, the figure seated on the square clock case, gilt oak leaf and acorn wreath bezel with convex glass, signed Roman numeral gilt dial, blued steel Breguet style hands, on a stepped green marble base, the top section with gilt egg and dart molding, thje front mounted with a relief of a helmet, spear, and laurel fronds, the lower section with gilt bronze acanthus molding and oblong marble plinth, brass 8 days, time and strike, pendule a Paris movement signed "Hemon a Paris", and with silk thread suspension, c1820
CONDITION: case dirty, patinated surfaces very good, gilt ornament dirty, and with some losses, would be significantly improved with careful cleaning, marble without significant damage, corners of stone very slightly rounded to smooth flakes, bezel glass replaced, dial with minor scratches and minor losses to numerals and signature, hands now painted black, ticks and strikes. The base may originally have had feet. Ht 28"
ESTIMATE: $6000 - $8000
PRICE SOLD: $2000

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Lot#: 1027

DESCRIPTION: Edouard Serin, Paris, France, mantel clock with moon phase display and surmounted by a terrestrial globe on gilt stand, The black slate case with gilt brass mounts and incised line decoration, gilt bezel with beveled glass, blued steel hands, Roman numeral white enamel dial with central moon phase display, and signed "Decultot Epernay".. The stand above with equatorial ring mounted with 24 Roman numeral cartouches indicating AM/ PM hours at any point on the earth, globe mounted with a steel pointer indicating the current time in Paris, the opposite side with silver indicator marked "Antipode de Paris", and also with label marked "Edouard Serin Brevete S.G.D.C. Paris", and with his trade mark, 8 days, time and strike, movement which also serves to rotate the globe, square plate movement also with the trade mark of Edouard Serin, c1880
CONDITION: Case with a few tiny slate flakes, dirty, and with some loss of polish, would improve with careful cleaning, areas around mounts with gold paint residue, also cleanable, mounts with touch ups and losses to gilding, bezel good, glass with a few minor scratches, dial a bit dirty and with minor scratches, hands with some oxidation, globe stand with substantial loss to gilding, turned baluster form support with crack near base, globe leans slightly forward, equatorial ring dark, may originally have been silvered, cartouches dirty, and with minor losses to numerals, globe with darkened shellac and dirt, minor areas of loss to lithograph surface, time at Paris indicator with broken tip, Antipode indicator tip also missing, rear door does not snap shut, movement ticks but does not strike, dirty, would benefit from service, globe drive train intact and functional, bell and pendulum replaced, Today a businessman can Google world time and see the time anywhere on earth, however 130 years ago, a globe clock was the only alternative for a man needing this information. Overall a good example. Ht 18".
ESTIMATE: $4500 - $5500
PRICE SOLD: $2600

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Lot#: 1028

DESCRIPTION: Causard, a Paris, stunning 3 piece blue cobalt porcelain and gilt bronze lyre form clock with candle stands. The case replete with ornaments in the classical taste, the top with mask of Helios above floral festoon, the pendulum composed of a ring of brilliants with gridiron style rod, and with knife edge suspension above the movement canister and oscillating in full view, gilt bezel with convex beveled glass, Arabic numeral white enamel dial with floral garlands, signed "Causard Hger Du Roy A Paris", gilt lyre form hands, 8 days, time and strike, pendule a Paris movement, signed S. Marti, the candelabras also in cobalt glaze, set with brilliants, and with gilt classical ornament, the candle arms with rose leaves and buds, the sockets of open rose form, c1890
CONDITION: Clock case dirty, and with glued break at top of base, back - the damage cannot be seen from the front, it does not affect the structural integrity of the case, dial with minor flake and hairline at dial edge, 1:30, signature with minor losses, hands very good, movement ticks and strikes, pendulum will need adjustment candelabra dirty and with residual wax, but are without damage, one with a few slightly loose elements, can be secured by tightening the fasteners, a very striking set of high quality, Ht 19 1/2" See Sotheby's Hong Kong January 2014 and Sheffield Auction Gallery Sheffield, England January 2011 for recent sales of identical sets.
ESTIMATE: $4000 - $6000
PRICE SOLD: $2600

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Lot#: 1029

DESCRIPTION: France, large and impressive gilt bronze figural mantel clock, love themed, and replete with classical ornament, with male and female figures flanking the architectural clock case, the winged male representing Cupid and holding a wreath aloft in his right hand, the top of clock case with floral wreaths joined with a bowknot and ornate cornucopia, the base with applied relief castings of Cupid and Psyche, all on large cast feet with engine turned ornament, Roman numeral white enamel dial signed "Joignerey a Paris", and with finely detailed gilt bezel, blued steel Breguet style hands, 8 days, time and strike, pendule a Paris movement with silk thread suspension, bell signed "Beaubier", case with glazed rear cover, c1820
CONDITION: Gilding good overall, dirty and with minor marks and losses, a few small spots of verdigris, female figure missing ornament originally held in her right hand, screw holding wreath in Cupids hand replaced, bow-knot tying two wreaths together with break, dial dirty but good; will clean OK, hands good, front bezel glass missing, ticks and strikes, Ht 22 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $4000 - $6000
PRICE SOLD: $3800

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Lot#: 1030

DESCRIPTION: Guilmet, France, industrial series "Steam Hammer", polished and patinated bronze case on a black slate base with polished feet, the hammer forming part of the complex compound pendulum, rising and falling, appearing to strike the anvil as the clock runs, 8 days, time and strike, pendule a Paris movement signed Japy Freres with Guilmets modifications, and also with Guilmet's mark on the back plate, c1880
CONDITION: Case very good, the various components retaining their original surface treatments and lacquer, now with areas of accumulated dirt, minor wear, and losses, dial retains its original asphaltum coating, now with some alligatoring and loss, pressure relief cylinder, rating nut cap, and various nuts and washers also retain much of their original asphaltum, slate base with minor abrasions, hands darkened, movement with thickened oil, suspension intact and functional, mainsprings sticky, will need service in order to run reliably, will tick for a short time, but is out of beat, striking functional, screw and its threaded counterpart which retain back cover missing, Ht 17 7/8". The back cover has a piece of masking tape with the following information: " Wedding gift 1899 Herman and Pauline Cohn from Hermans uncle Solomon Jacob". The current clock may be the most original of any of this model that we have sold. If you have been searching for an untouched example, this is it.
ESTIMATE: $4000 - $6000
PRICE SOLD: $8000

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Lot#: 1032

DESCRIPTION: France, Houri, Voisin, large gilt bronze mantel clock, surmounted by a large, ornate, swagged urn, with conventional early Japy movement with silk thread suspension mounted in the base. This case is usually found with an orbital or rotating dial near the top of the urn, however, this model is original, as shown, c1840
CONDITION: if you'd like one imposing French clock, this one can fill the bill. The original gilding is in outstanding condition, the porcelain enamel dial is excellent, with only minor edge chips near attaching holes [does not show with bezel closed], finely cut and chased hands, and original pendulum. This is a very heavy clock, special shipping suggested. Mov't ticks and strikes, but would benefit from cleaning. 1 or 2 case screws lacking & can be replaced. Ht 21 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $3000 - $4000
PRICE SOLD: $3000

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Lot#: 1033

DESCRIPTION: France, large gilt bronze mantel clock, with beveled glass sides, adorned with scrolls and swags in the Louis XVI style, the well made pendule a Paris movement bearing the imprint signature of Samuel Marti, the whole setting on a 16 sided base, with floral frieze, and surmounted by a large 2 handled urn draped to the base with floral swags, C.1900
CONDITION: the gilding on this clock case is still very good to excellent. Glass sides are good. Well made pendule a Paris movement, with the mark of Samuel Marti and his medallion award for the year 1900 exposition. Porcelain enamel dial is excellent, and with attractive poly chrome floral accents. Lens over dial with chip at 11. Ht 20"
ESTIMATE: $3000 - $4000
PRICE SOLD: $2900

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Lot#: 1034

DESCRIPTION: France, for Tiffany & Co., New York, a spectacular 3 piece mantel garniture, the case of urn form supported by two gilt putti, base with foliate decorated toupie feet, and with bound laurel molding, a cast gilt bowknot above dial with suspended floral garlands, and richly ornamented with very colorful champleve enamel, Arabic numeral gilt dial with champleve center, signed "Tiffany & Co. New York", blued steel hands, brass 8 days, time and strike, movement with lever platform, and also signed "Tiffany & Co. New York", and with a pair of two light candelabra each with a gilt putti, the candle arms with acanthus leaf ornament, and with enamel and feet matching the clock case, c1890
CONDITION: clock case dirty, gilding with some wear and staining, enamel without damage, rear feet are crooked, could be carefully straightened, urn with two small holes in the back which do not appear to have been used, dial with some wear to numerals and signature, also with minor scratches, movement ticks and strikes, needs service, hairspring needs truing, end of regulator broken, candelabra dirty and with minor losses and staining to gilding, enamel without damage, one with significant deposits of verdigris on the base and feet, Ht 16".
ESTIMATE: $2500 - $3500
PRICE SOLD: $4200

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Lot#: 1035

DESCRIPTION: J.M. Blakeborough, Burnley, England, jeweler's regulator wall clock, 8 days, time and bell strike, two brass weight driven movement with center sweep seconds in a carved dark oak case, c1870
CONDITION: the case retains its original finish, rubbed down to a matte appearance. The crest has a minor crack repair on the left side. The dial retains its original paint. There are two unattached beat indicators and a crank key included. The suspension is broken and also included. The original lock is absent and has been replaced with a hook. Ht 76"
ESTIMATE: $2500 - $3500
PRICE SOLD: $4200

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Lot#: 1036

DESCRIPTION: John Walker, Cornhill & 230 Regent St, London, England, tavern wall clock, 8 day time only, weight driven robust movement in a mahogany veneer case with glazed door and silvered metal dial, c1790
CONDITION: the case has an old refinish with some wear and minor veneer repairs. The pendulum stick is cracked near the crutch plate and will need to be secured. The silvered dial is tarnishing and needs a re-silvering Ht 67"
ESTIMATE: $1800 - $2200
PRICE SOLD: $2700

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Lot#: 1037

DESCRIPTION: Early English bracket clock, ebony veneered oak case with domed top, glazed sides and back, and with decorative cast mounts, all resting on turned brass feet, Roman numeral composite dial with winged cherub spandrels, silvered chapter ring, matted and engraved center, aperture above center arbor displaying mock pendulum, and with date display below, blued steel hands, 8 days, time and strike, 6 pillar fusee movement with verge escapement and engraved back plate, back cock mounted with large ornamental cast plate, originally fitted with Dutch striking, now removed, as currently configured striking the hours on a bell, the rack fitted between the plates and gathered by a pallet fitted to the third wheel arbor, c1700
CONDITION: Case veneers with checking and some minor ripples, small piece of veneer missing from front door, upper left, all mounts and hardware cleaned, some elements may be replaced, dial restored, movement with components for Dutch striking removed, back cock replaced, contrate and crown wheels replaced, some bushings in back and front plate not flush with plate surface, bell replaced, ticks and strikes. Ht 15" to top of handle. This particular clock from the estate of the late Douglas H. Shaffer, whose collection was featured in the last auction.
ESTIMATE: $3000 - $4000
PRICE SOLD: $5500

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Lot#: 1038

DESCRIPTION: English, late Victorian carved mahogany case twin fusee gong strike wall clock, with later base to make it a mantel clock, c1890
CONDITION: this case has a lot of fancy "look"; one short bit of mahogany is chipped off just right of top center, and with a temporary repair to hold it. The large and robust movement retains original chains intact, and ticks and strikes on a large deep toned cathedral gong. Correct hands. The case hanger is intact and clock may be enjoyed on a shelf or on the wall. Ht 23 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
PRICE SOLD: $425

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Lot#: 1039

DESCRIPTION: Lund & Blockley, Pall Mall, [London] England, long case tavern wall clock, 8 day time only, robust weight driven movement with heavy cast iron mounting bracket in a mahogany case with painted metal dial, c1870
CONDITION: the case has been nicely cleaned and rubbed down. The right side movement access door needs to be reattached but is present. The dial retains its original paint and is in good condition. Ht 48"
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1500
PRICE SOLD: $1300

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Lot#: 1040

DESCRIPTION: J.J.Elliott, London, England, Chinoiserie 8 days, time and strike, bracket clock, top platform balance escapement, c1930.
CONDITION: the ornate decorated case is in very nice condition with no losses or damage. There never was a bezel and glass over the fancy brass dial. The movement rear plate is stamped "J.J.E., England". The heavy movement ticks and strikes, and has a later little bottom-mount brace to help keep it in place. Ht to top of handle 10"
ESTIMATE: $750 - $950
PRICE SOLD: $850

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Lot#: 1041

DESCRIPTION: Austria, small bracket clock, ebonized wooden case with ogee molded base and pagoda top with gilt ring carrying handle, case sides with figural gilt mounts, gilt shield shaped dial with engraving, matted center, and Roman numeral applied silvered chapter ring, a single blued steel hand, and silvered alarm set ring, round brass 30 hour fusee timepiece with verge escapement and alarm, turned baluster form pillars, and engraved, watch style back cock and with pendulum fixed to pallet arbor, c1790.
CONDITION: case with repairs and restoration to finish, gilt mounts good, dial good with minor wear and scratches, hand good, dial mask obscures a bit of the engraving, top right, movement trains complete, fusee cord broken, will tick with pressure on train, will need restoration and adjustment, Ht 14" to top of handle
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
PRICE SOLD: $800

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Lot#: 1042

DESCRIPTION: German large reproduction inlaid veneer bracket clock, Hermle 351-060 Westminster-chime movement dated 1980
CONDITION: this imposing clock is in very nice original condition, based on a classic French design from 200 years earlier. The brass dial has the traditional porcelain cartouche numbers. The modern German movement chimes, strikes and ticks but was not tested long-term. Ht 30"
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
PRICE SOLD: $375

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Lot#: 1043

DESCRIPTION: Vigne & Lautier, Bath, England, small bracket clock, lance arch mahogany and mahogany veneer case, with inlaid brass moldings, brass columns and trim, and thin brass feet, the sides with fabric lined pierced brass frets, the back with glazed door, Roman numeral white enamel convex dial, pierced arrow hands, signed brass 8 day fusee timepiece, the shouldered back plate with engraved border, c1835
CONDITION: case with minor splits, minor veneer blisters, 2 pieces of brass molding missing, dial with hairlines and filled chip at 9:30, minor loss to signature, hands good, running, Ht 10 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
PRICE SOLD: $950

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Lot#: 1044

DESCRIPTION: French for A. Stowell & Co, Boston, inlaid mahogany 8 days, time and strike, bracket clock with Vincenti Medaille D'Argent movement, Harris & Harrington (H&H), New York importer stamp, c 1890
CONDITION: the broad wood case with top brass carrying handle is in very nice condition. The oversized signed silvered dial has a few minor streaks. Brass bezel with extra-thick beveled glass. The rear door lacks its skeleton key but stays shut. Ticks and strikes. Ht 15"
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
PRICE SOLD: $350

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Lot#: 1045

DESCRIPTION: John Howison, Perth, Scotland double-fusee mahogany 8 days, time and strike, lancet style bracket clock, c1820
CONDITION: we find this maker listed as "Howieson" in our references but believe it is the same man. His working dates are shown as 1808-22. The refinished case, with brass lion-head handles, is in good overall condition with small dings an areas of slight veneer lifting. The signed white porcelain dial has some repaired damage. The movement is unsigned, wants to tick but not strike so will need attention. The pendulum is incorrect but functional. Ht 14"
ESTIMATE: $400 - $700
PRICE SOLD: $425

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Lot#: 1046

DESCRIPTION: E. Fisher, Bath, England, skeleton clock, the pierced brass frames well proportioned and finished, fusee movement with jeweled lever escapement and balance wheel oscillating above the Roman numeral pierced silvered dial, with plate engraved "E. Fisher Bath" at 6:00, steel spade and poker hands, mounted to an ebonized wooden base, and under a glass dome
CONDITION: Frames with staining, dial good with minor marks, some steel with minor rust, movement very oily and with accumulated dirt,, runs well, but should be serviced, base repainted and with new fabric, dome replaced, and trimmed with electrical tape, Ht 13 3/4" to top of dome
ESTIMATE: $2800 - $3500
PRICE SOLD: $1700

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Lot#: 1047

DESCRIPTION: France , skeleton clock, the small 8 days, time and strike, movement also with displays for the alarm and date, brass movement of unconventional design with the time and strike functions driven by a single barrel, Brocot escapement, silk thread suspension, and pinned count wheel Roman numeral, white enamel dial showing the time, and two smaller, Arabic numeral white enamel dials for the alarm and date, all resting on an oval mahogany base with turned feet, and under a glass dome, 19th century
CONDITION: Dials with minor chips and hairlines, minute hand replaced, movement good overall, running and striking, alarm and date functional, base with minor scratches, dome 20th century, Ht 10"
ESTIMATE: $2800 - $3500
PRICE SOLD: $1400

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Lot#: 1048

DESCRIPTION: English-made, double fusee, bell striking skeleton clock with heavy scroll frame on heavy brass plinth and rosewood base, c1850
CONDITION: the replacement dome just fits to the first stage of the brass plinth, however is in good condition and will keep the dust out. This movement is made to very high quality standards, with 6 spoke wheels through the 2 trains. Nice lenticular pendulum with scalloped rod. The brass plinth is signed in script "GG 7/08", and may belong in the rear of the clock, as it is reversible. Ht of frame and bell = 12", ht overall = 18"
ESTIMATE: $2000 - $3000
PRICE SOLD: $1300

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Lot#: 1049

DESCRIPTION: Atkins, Whiting & Co., Bristol, Conn., 30-day fancy cast iron frame [Ives patent] wagon spring powered skeleton timepiece with pierced silvered dial under glass dome, c1855
CONDITION: this is the same wagon spring movement used in such Atkins models as the XX octagon drop regulator and :London model shelf clock. Many collectors have found the movement so beautiful, that they have chosen to display them under glass, rather than hide in a wooden case. Atkins may have offered such display in the 1850s, but this is unproven. Additional information can be found in HOROLOGY AMERICANA, by Dworetsky & Dickstein [1972], with a photograph of a similar clock [page 166], Ht of clock 13 1/2", with dome and base 16"
ESTIMATE: $1500 - $2000
PRICE SOLD: $1200

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Lot#: 1050

DESCRIPTION: England, attributed to W. F. Evans, Handsworth, single fusee skeleton clock of excellent quality, with fine 5-spoke wheels in the train. also with pierced and engraved dial, on a light birch base, less dome, C.1875
CONDITION: the custom made base has no provision for a glass dome. A clock enthusiast, worried over dust in the movement, added 3 pillars near the top to support 2 panes of glass acting as dust covers over the escapement. Otherwise a well pierced frame with 6 turned pillars, all held with screws and collets. Original fusee chain intact. Dial with bends and a crack. Ht 17"
ESTIMATE: $700 - $1100
PRICE SOLD: $550

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Lot#: 1051

DESCRIPTION: English made single chain fusee skeleton timepiece in a sharp Gothic frame with 6 heavily turned baluster pillars, and a solid silvered chapter ring and pierced lancet hands, c1840. Silvered engraved brass cross piece indicating it was retailed by Griffiths of London.
CONDITION: silvering on the dial and plinths has discolored and is worn. Old dome is a nice older replacement, but is a bit wide, thus extends off the sides of the base. Overall a good original skeleton clock. Ht of plinth and frame = 13" Overall ht including base and dome = 17"
ESTIMATE: $600 - $900
PRICE SOLD: $700

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Lot#: 1052

DESCRIPTION: English, single fusee skeleton timepiece, striking a single bell tone on the hour. in a pierced Gothic frame, and with old glass dome, c1900
CONDITION: this configuration of skeleton clock was finished from a kit supplied around 1900, using a movement from a round dial or pub clock. These conversions are pretty easy to identify, since the motion wheels are not spoked, and the pillars are straight (actually the same pillars removed from the pub movement). This is not to be confused with a modern Chinese skeleton clock, rather our clock was made to capitalize on the intense English interest in skeleton clocks at the time, and provide a less expensive alternative to those produced by English clock companies. Gut needs replacement. Ht of clock frame on turned feet = 12", overall with dome and base = 15"
ESTIMATE: $500 - $750
PRICE SOLD: $350

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Lot#: 1053

DESCRIPTION: Seth Thomas Clock Co., Thomaston, Conn., "Office Calendar No. 3" model 8 day spring driven timepiece & calendar wall clock often called the "Peanut", c1875.
CONDITION: The mahogany veneered case retains some original finish. The time dial has original paint with minor loss at the screw holes and winding arbor holes. The "S T" Htands are proper, the hour hand is original, but the minute hand is probably a later replacement. The calendar dial has original paint with very minor loss at the screw holes. The calendar hand is original, but has lost its tail portion. Overall, this is a very clean example of this scarce clock, Ht 231/2"
ESTIMATE: $3500 - $4000
PRICE SOLD: $3600

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Lot#: 1054

DESCRIPTION: L. F. & W. W. Carter, Bristol, Conn., "Lewis Calendar No. 8" 8 day weight driven timepiece with B. B. Lewis patent calendar movement in a rosewood case, The sold plate timepiece movement has steel rolling pinions and retaining power, c1867.
CONDITION: This beautiful rosewood veneered case retains its original finish. The timepiece dial is original and shows some wear. The calendar dial has been repainted as have the original calendar hands for the lower dial. The upper dial hands are original. The day calendar hand may be a later replacement. Excellent labels. Overall, a very nice example of this model. Ht 36"
ESTIMATE: $1300 - $1500
PRICE SOLD: $800

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Lot#: 1055

DESCRIPTION: Southern Calendar Clock Co., St. Louis, MO, "Fashion No. 4" with 8 days, time and strike, spring driven Seth Thomas movement and perpetual calendar mechanism in a walnut case, c1880.
CONDITION: The clock retains its nice original finish. The dials have been professionally repainted. The calendar roller dials have darkened with age. The hands are original. The strike is on a bell. The movement is signed and there is a very nice interior label. Overall, this is a very nice example of this model. Ht 32 1/2".
ESTIMATE: $1300 - $1500
PRICE SOLD: $1600

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Lot#: 1056

DESCRIPTION: Southern Calendar Clock Co., Saint Louis, MO, "Fashion No. 4" 8 days, time and strike, double dial calendar shelf clock in a walnut case, c1885.
CONDITION: The case retains its original finish and is in excellent condition. The glass is original. The dials have been repainted, and upper hands may not be original. The movement is signed both So Calender Clock Co. and Seth Thomas Clock Co. Ht 32".
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1100
PRICE SOLD: $1500

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Lot#: 1057

DESCRIPTION: Seth Thomas Clock Co, Thomaston, Conn., "Office Calendar No. 4" 8 days,spring driven timepiece with perpetual calendar mechanism in rosewood veneer case, c1875.
CONDITION: The original finish has darkened. There is a poorly repaired damage spot on the upper dial wooden bezel. The painted dials are original (though somewhat dirty) as are the calendar roller papers. The hands are original. The upper and lower glasses are original. There is a nice label inside the door. Ht 27 1/2".
ESTIMATE: $700 - $800
PRICE SOLD: $475

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Lot#: 1058

DESCRIPTION: National Calendar Clock Co., 8 days, time and strike, movement by the New Haven Clock Co., New Haven, Conn., double dial shelf clock, c1890.
CONDITION: A similar clock to this one is shown on p73 of Tran Duy Ly's New Haven Clocks & Watches book. The case has a dark walnut stain and is missing a piece of the return base molding on the lower left side. The dials are excellent and the hands original. The "Fashion" label is a later decal. Ht 32".
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
PRICE SOLD: $475

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Lot#: 1059

DESCRIPTION: Southern Calendar Clock Co., St. Louis, Mo., "Fashion No. 1" 8 day spring driven time and strike, double dial calendar shelf clock in a rosewood veneered case, c1875.
CONDITION: The case has been refinished and is very attractive. There are a couple of minor veneer chips. The dials have been repainted and the calendar day and month roller papers have been replaced. There is a nice Seth Thomas Clock Co. label on the back side of the door. The hands are original. Ht 283/4"
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
PRICE SOLD: $800

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Lot#: 1060

DESCRIPTION: Francis E. Morse, (Franklin-Morse) Chicago, Ill, 8 days, time and strike perpetual calendar kitchen clock, c1885. These clocks were manufactured by E. N. Welch Mfg. for Morse. The patent for this calendar was granted to Benjamin Franklin and assigned to Morse.
CONDITION: Walnut case in an old and possibly original finish. Original dial has age darkened a little with some wear at the winding arbors. Hands and tablet are original. Dark, but readable label on the back. Ht 22 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
PRICE SOLD: $500

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Lot#: 1061

DESCRIPTION: Ithaca Calendar Clock Co., Ithaca, NY, "No. 11 Octagon", 8 days, time, strike and alarm spring brass movement double dial calendar clock, c1880
CONDITION: Walnut case with an old, possibly original finish with a couple small dings on the base. Original paper dial has discolored in the center area and along the left edge with some wear to the numbers on the time dial. Hands are original. It has an alarm, most models did not. Original paper rollers have age darkened. Fairly complete label on the back of case. Ht 21"
ESTIMATE: $400 - $600
PRICE SOLD: $275

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Lot#: 1062

DESCRIPTION: Eli Terry & Sons, Plymouth, Conn., 30 hours, time and strike,, weight driven wood movement Pillar & Scroll shelf clock, c1828
CONDITION: Mahogany veneered case in an old finish with one scroll tip repaired and minor damage to the tips on the bottom skirt. Although very nicely done, the feet have been replaced. Original painted dial with some wear to the chapter ring and the Roman numerals. The hands are probably original The tablet has been repainted on the original glass. Finials are modern replacements. The label is dark, but readable. Ht 30"
ESTIMATE: $450 - $650
PRICE SOLD: $650

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Lot#: 1063

DESCRIPTION: Henry Loomis, Bristol, Conn., 30 hours, time and strike, weight driven wood movement pillar & scroll shelf clock, c1830
CONDITION: Mahogany veneered case with a small piece of veneer missing on the skirt, a repair to the right scroll and a small piece missing on the right front foot. A small piece is missing on the top left chimney cap. Original hands. The wood painted dial is period and the style often found on Bristol clocks, but may be a replacement as there are a couple of extra holes for anchor pins. Original painted tablet with considerable loss. Clean label inside the case. Dust cover on the back of the case is missing. Finials are modern. Ht 29"
ESTIMATE: $400 - $500
PRICE SOLD: $550

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Lot#: 1064

DESCRIPTION: Joseph Ives or Ives, Roberts & Co., Bristol, Conn., 8 days, time and strike weight iron and brass movement mirror clock, c1818
CONDITION: Mahogany veneered case in an old finish with age cracks in the door veneer at the top and bottom. A piece of veneer is missing on the bottom right side of the door. Original mirror is cracked in the lower left corner. Original tablet with loss and poor restoration. Original painted interior. The top is an uncommon style of these clocks, but appears original as does the wood finial. Tips of the scrolls have been restored. The two outer chimney blocks may be replaced. Heavy iron dial has original paint with some wear to the Arabic numerals. These dials more often have Roman numerals. Hands are original.
ESTIMATE: $1500 - $2000
PRICE SOLD: $2150

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Lot#: 1065

DESCRIPTION: Levi Hutchins, Concord, NH, 8 days, time and strike,, weight brass movement, New Hampshire mirror clock, c1815 This is the clock pictured in "New Hampshire Clocks & Clockmakers" by Charles S. Parsons, pg 212.
CONDITION: Mahogany and grain painted case in an old finish with age cracks in the half round molding on the front of the case and a small repair to the left molding. The mirror is period and looks original. Original iron dial with some wear to the number and the signature. Hands are original. The case has lost one of the metal ornaments in the upper right corner. The dial glass is old and looks original, but is now fastened in the case with wood strips held in with modern nails. Ht 30 1/4"
ESTIMATE: $1500 - $1800
PRICE SOLD: $4500

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Lot#: 1066

DESCRIPTION: New Hampshire, 8 days, weight brass movement by Benjamin Morrill, of Boscawen, New Hampshire mirror clock with name of A. Willard, Boston on dial, c1820
CONDITION: Cherry and Mahogany case in an old and possibly original finish. Mirror is period and most likely original. Dial glass is old, but maybe a replacement. Dial is period and fits the mounting screws and is most likely original with some wear to the numbers. The signature may have been added later as it is not known that Willard made or sold New Hampshire mirror clocks. Hands are original. A similar looking case can be found in: "New Hampshire Clocks and Clockmakers" by Charles S.Parsons, pg 229. Ht 30"
ESTIMATE: $1500 - $1750
PRICE SOLD: $2000

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Lot#: 1067

DESCRIPTION: Unknown, probably Mass. [has incorrect S.B. Terry on dial],8 days, time only, weight driven wall regulator, c1860
CONDITION: the case retains its original finish with minor edge flakes to veneer on sides. There is a small piece of bow tie absent from upper left. There is some flaking and touch up to tablet. The dial is a very old repaint with some loss and the name "S. B. Terry" has been added, but this is not a Terry movement or case..This is a very unusual case form, [Chris Bailey once had an oak one with retailer "Bailey & Co." on dial and has seen another unsigned one, but none reveal the real maker]. Ht 41"
ESTIMATE: $1500 - $2000
PRICE SOLD: $550

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Lot#: 1068

DESCRIPTION: Asa Munger, Auburn, New York, 8 days, time and strike, weight brass movement "Ironing Board" top Empire mirror clock, c1830
CONDITION: Solid Butternut and mahogany veneered case in nice condition in an old finish. The ironing board top is split along its length. Period mirror. Original two tone dial surround. Wallpaper interior with some staining on the lower area, but a nice original label. Original painted dial and hands. Two of the four pulleys are original. Ht 39"
ESTIMATE: $1200 - $1600
PRICE SOLD: $1800

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Lot#: 1069

DESCRIPTION: Attributed to Samuel Abbott, Boston, Mass.,8 days, weight driven brass movement New Hampshire style mirror timepiece, c1830
CONDITION: Mirror front case in as found condition with a very dark original finish in need of a cleaning. The dial glass is very old and the reverse painting looks to be original with significant loss. The mirror is period, but the protective backboard is missing. Original painted iron dial has age darkened with some wear to the numbers and some loss at the mounting pins. Hands are original. There is a weight with this timepiece, but probably not original as Abbott used a wide thin weight guided by the vertical wires inside the case. Ht 30 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $1200 - $1500
PRICE SOLD: $1300

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Lot#: 1070

DESCRIPTION: George Hills, Plainville, Conn., 30 hour (possibly 8-day), time and strike,, spring driven brass & iron back plate lever movement in reverse OG mirror wall timepiece. c.1850
CONDITION: Rosewood veneered case in an old an possibly original finish with some repairs on the flat outer banding. Original metal dial has been repainted. Original hour hand. Minute hand, while period, is probably a replacement. Time and strike is run off a single spring. Fast/slow hand to regulate the movement is missing. Lower mirror is original. Gilt trim around mirror now gold painted. Nice label inside the case. Ht 38"
ESTIMATE: $1200 - $1500
PRICE SOLD: $550

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Lot#: 1071

DESCRIPTION: Unknown, 8 days, weight driven brass movement New Hampshire mirror timepiece, c1830
CONDITION: Nice dove tailed gilt mirror case with some loss on the outer edges and more general loss at the bottom turned column. Reverse painted dial surround is not original. Original painted dial has stains and some paint loss at the mounting pins and just above 6 o'clock. Original hands and pendulum. Mirror is very old and is most likely original. Case has a standard looking banjo style movement. Ht 30"
ESTIMATE: $1200 - $1500
PRICE SOLD: $1500

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Lot#: 1072

DESCRIPTION: Terry Clock Co., Waterbury, Conn., 8 days, decorated cast iron front wall timepiece, c1875
CONDITION: Cast iron case in nice condition with original gold decoration and just a little loss at the bezel latch and small area near 2 o'clock. Original paper dial has age darkened. Hands are original. Original tablet with minor loss. Nice label inside the case. Ht 21"
ESTIMATE: $300 - $400
PRICE SOLD: $1700

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Lot#: 1073

DESCRIPTION: "Baltimore" banjo attributed to Williams & Hatch, North Attleboro, Mass., 8 days, time only, weight driven movement in a rosewood grained case with reverse painted tablets and painted metal dial, c1867
CONDITION: the case retains its original finish with some loss to the rosewood graining on upper bezel. Dial has been repainted. The tablets are original and in very good condition. The weight is period and appropriate. Ht 33"
ESTIMATE: $1200 - $1500
PRICE SOLD: $2400

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Lot#: 1074

DESCRIPTION: John Polsey, Boston, Mass., "No. 4 Banjo" wall clock, 8 days, time only, weight driven with die stamp "J. POLSEY BOSTON" in a rosewood grained case, signed dial and reverse painted tablets, c1859
CONDITION: the case retains an old rosewood grain finish. The base board has been replaced and is cracked. The inside of the case has been painted black. Both tablets are original with no touch up. The dial signed "John Polsey / Boston" has been clear coated. Ht 32"
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1200
PRICE SOLD: $850

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Lot#: 1075

DESCRIPTION: Boston area banjo clock, mahogany case with gilt frames, gilt finial, and reverse painted glasses, the box glass showing two women in a landscape with a pet bird, brass bezel with convex glass, Roman numeral painted sheet iron dial, moon hands, 8 day brass timepiece movement, the back plate with 2 mounting tabs, and cast iron weight, c1830
CONDITION: case appears to retain an old finish that has been heavily cleaned, minor separation between throat and box, frames with restored gilding, glasses repainted, finial replaced, bezel glass replaced dial good, with minor crazing and minor losses to numerals, hands good, pendulum good, weight good, movement ticks, Ht 32 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $750 - $1000
PRICE SOLD: $600

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Lot#: 1076

DESCRIPTION: New England banjo clock, mahogany case with gilt frames and reverse painted glasses, top with cast eagle finial, Roman numeral white painted zinc dial with moon hands, cast brass bezel, brass 8 day timepiece movement, 19th century
CONDITION: a mid 19th century clock with improvements, case bottom replaced, weight baffles replaced, gilt frames added, lower glass repainted, throat glass with remnants of original paint and with restoration, dial with crazing, losses and inpainting, Ht 32 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
PRICE SOLD: $350

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Lot#: 1077

DESCRIPTION: Chelsea banjo clock, mahogany case with rounded mahogany frames, reverse painted glasses, the lower with seaside scene, the upper with gilt scrolls and basket of flowers, turned wooden bezel, Roman numeral white painted dial, steel moon hands, brass 8 day weight driven timepiece movement, serial #2043, c1900
CONDITION: case in old and possibly original finish, minor marks and scratches, minor separations at throat frame corners also case bottom joints, original glasses with minor losses, sidearms very dirty, finial replaced, dial cleaned, with crazing and minor loss to numerals, movement with scratches, ticking, pendulum missing, weight replaced, Ht 36 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
PRICE SOLD: $425

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Lot#: 1078

DESCRIPTION: Herschede Clock Co., Cincinnati, Ohio, 8 days, brass weight driven patent or banjo timepiece with a movement supplied by the Derry Mfg Co., Derry, NH c1912. Herschede purchased Derry Mfg Co. tools and equipment and shipped it to Cincinnati in 1912.
CONDITION: Mahogany case in original finish with couple small dings. Both tablets are original with some restoration. Original painted dial with minor loss in the center area, a couple scratches and minor loss at the mounting screws. Movement is stamped "Derry Mfg Co.".
ESTIMATE: $500 - $700
PRICE SOLD: $450

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Lot#: 1079

DESCRIPTION: Harvard Clock Co., Boston, Mass., 8 days, patent or banjo timepiece. Movement stamped #226 on pendulum support bridge and on the bottom of the front plate, c1882
CONDITION: Mahogany case in nice condition with dark stained rope molding in original finish. Dial is made from a piece of galvanized steel with considerable age, but likely not original as there are extra holes in the head. Both tablets are original. Hands are original. There are a couple of extra unexplained holes in the top part of the head. The movement is mount with a single screw through the backboard. Ht 32"
ESTIMATE: $400 - $500
PRICE SOLD: $1000

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Lot#: 1080

DESCRIPTION: New England banjo clock, mahogany case with gilt frames, reverse painted tablets and gilt finial, Roman numeral white painted sheet iron dial, steel barbed hands, brass 8 day timepiece movement with arch cutouts at bottom of plates, movement mounted by a single screw through the case back, c1830
CONDITION: case in an old finish, box with repairs at hinges, throat and box frames replaced, glasses replaced, finial and plinth replaced, dial repainted, hands replaced, bezel good, movement ticks, suspension bridge replaced, Ht 32 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1200
PRICE SOLD: $700

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Lot#: 1081

DESCRIPTION: Franz Lehrner, in Wien, Laterndluhr, mahogany veneered 9 light case with crotch veneered backboard, and light wood borders, cast bezel with waterleaf ornament, white enamel dial with 12 hour Roman numeral chapter at left for time display, Arabic chapter with 24 hour display and days of the week at right, seconds shown in sector display at top of dial, the seconds hand revolving once in 2 minutes, aperture with phases and age of the moon, with months and days displayed at the dial perimeter, blued steel hands, brass movement going 10 - 12 months on a single winding, the clock wound by pulling a counterweighted cord, oval brass clad driving weight, brass knife edge suspended pendulum with steel rod, 19th century, with additions
CONDITION: case in an old finish and with accumulated dirt, minor chips and losses, veneer with minor blisters, dial and hands replaced, movement with additions and modifications, pendulum later, Ht 60"
ESTIMATE: $6000 - $8000
PRICE SOLD: $7000

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Lot#: 1082

DESCRIPTION: Austria, Dachluhr, 6 light mahogany veneered case with light wood borders, backboard with book matched, figured mahogany veneer, engine turned brass bezel, Roman numeral white enamel dial, blued steel hands, brass 8 day timepiece movement, brass pendulum with steel rod, 1830
CONDITION: case in an old and possibly original finish, with much accumulated dirt and some minor paint flecks, minor abrasions and losses to surface, left corner of cornice with loss to veneer, left side and front, minor chip at upper right corner of door, moldings at bottom of bracket, left and front, replaced, glass replaced, bezel good, dial with hairline at 12:00, and minor scratches, numerals with losses and touchups, minute hand with minor bend, both hands with some oxidation, pallet with minor oxidation, movement ticks, suspension bracket loose, pendulum rod with minor oxide, suspension damaged, weight with dings, fingerprints, Ht 37"
ESTIMATE: $5000 - $6000
PRICE SOLD: $3800

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Lot#: 1083

DESCRIPTION: M. Herz & Sohn, 1 Stefansplatz No. 6, Vienna, Austria, oversize Vienna Regulator, 30 days, time only, brass weight driven movement with 10 1/2" pendulum bob in a walnut case with white enamel two part dial, c1900
CONDITION: the case retains its old original surface and the finish is wearing. The rear lower right return molding has a glue repair. There is a very light hairline in the second's bit. Ht 53"
ESTIMATE: $3500 - $4500
PRICE SOLD: $2200

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Lot#: 1084

DESCRIPTION: Austria, miniature Vienna regulator, rosewood veneered case with brass and pewter inlays in bottom bracket and backboard, door with acanthus carving at bottom, and with full length sentinels at top, with removable, rococo style scroll carved crest, and leaf and scroll carved finials, Roman numeral white enamel dial, blued steel hands 8 day brass timepiece movement, polished brass pendulum and brass weights, c1860
CONDITION: case refinished, and in a good French polish, all carved elements replaced, dial with minor hairlines, hands dirty and with losses to blue, movement ticks, pendulum polished, weight with minor dings and marks, pulley missing, Ht 34"
ESTIMATE: $1800 - $2400
PRICE SOLD: $950

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Lot#: 1085

DESCRIPTION: Austria, Vienna regulator, Biedermeier style, mahogany veneered case with light wood borders, backboard with nicely figured crotch mahogany veneer, top with ripple molding, and bottom bracket with carved composition ornament, Roman numeral white enamel dial with cast brass piecrust bezel, blued steel hands, brass 3 train grand sonnerie striking movement, the 3 days time train driven by a brass weight, the strike trains powered by springs, and probably of 2 to 3 day duration, c1850
CONDITION: case in an old finish, with some fading to veneers, and minor insect damage, bottom with replaced ornament, one stabilizing screw missing, side glasses loose, movement mounting brackets re glued and with residue on interior of case back, bezel good, dial with restoration to numerals, and a coat of lacquer, minor chipping to enamel at winding arbors, hands with bends and uneven bluing, movement with minor oxidation on steel parts, ticks and strikes, back edge of seat board trimmed, weight with minor loss to lacquer, pendulum with minor scratches, Ht 41 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $1800 - $2200
PRICE SOLD: $500

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Lot#: 1086

DESCRIPTION: Vienna Regulator wall clock, attributed to Christian Schlenker, Schwennigen, Germany, 8 days, time and strike, two brass weight driven movement in a carved walnut case with two part white enamel dial with subsidiary seconds, c1870
CONDITION: the boldly carved case retains its original finish nicely rubbed down. The lower left finial tip is broken and the lower left rear finial has a crack repair. This is a very nice example in all original condition. Ht 58"
ESTIMATE: $1500 - $2000
PRICE SOLD: $2000

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Lot#: 1087

DESCRIPTION: Austria, Vienna regulator, Biedermeier style, ebonized case with applied carved composition ornament, the removable, pierced crest with c scrolls and central mask, bottom bracket with gilt ornament, rosewood veneered backboard also with gilt ornament in the baroque style, Roman numeral white enamel dial with cast piecrust bezel, blued steel hands, 8 day timepiece movement, polished brass pendulum and weight, c1860
CONDITION: case with wear to finish, and minor losses to surface, carved crest with crack, composition ornament not original to clock, backing block for lower leaf ornament also replaced, gilt decoration on bottom bracket with loss, ornament inside case back good, bezel good, dial with minor scratches, hour hand replaced, movement ticks, pendulum polished and with coat of lacquer, weight with minor dents, Ht 43 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $1200 - $1600
PRICE SOLD: $500

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Lot#: 1088

DESCRIPTION: Germany, extremely decorative porcelain and gilt bronze table clock, the portico style case on a square porcelain base with finely painted polychrome enamel panels, depicting figures in classical dress engaged in various activities, cobalt blue columns with gilt ornament supporting the domed porcelain case top with brass finial, also with enamel scenes of figures in a landscape, signed "C. Herbig", the brass spherical clock case suspended below Roman numeral white enamel dial, black painted hands, 8 day timepiece movement with cylinder platform, c1900
CONDITION: Case very good, minor losses to gilding, castings with gilding loss, rear right column with repaired break, right front column with minor scratches at top, glass loose in bezel, dial with a few chips, hands replaced, movement running
ESTIMATE: $1200 - $1600
PRICE SOLD: $2300

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Lot#: 1090

DESCRIPTION: C. Suchy & Soehne, in Prague, Vienna regulator, walnut and walnut veneered case with with light wood trim around side glasses, and with string inlay in backboard, signed Roman numeral white enamel dial, pierced blued steel hands, signed brass 30 day timepiece movement, polished brass pendulum and weight, c1855
CONDITION: top molding replaced, door bottom rail replaced, case interior bottom replaced, drop bracket loose, and may be replaced, case refinished, one stabilizer screw missing, dial good, signature with losses, movement ticks, crutch with bend to make it a bit shorter, rear edge of seat board trimmed, movement and case may not have started life together, pendulum rod refinished, weight with minor dings, Ht 41"
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1500
PRICE SOLD: $475

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Lot#: 1091

DESCRIPTION: Resch Brothers, Ebensee, Austria, oversize Vienna Regulator, 8 days, time only, brass weight driven movement in a walnut veneer case with pediment top and white enamel two part dial with subsidiary seconds, c1880
CONDITION: the case has an old refinished surface. The top finial has been shortened. The beat scale is replaced with a Seth Thomas model. Ht 65"
ESTIMATE: $1000 - $1500
PRICE SOLD: $800

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Lot#: 1092

DESCRIPTION: Germany, Remember wall clock, large fumed oak architectural case heavily ornamented with carving and applied cast ornament, also with removable top and crest, Arabic numeral gilt and silvered dial with outer 5 minute markers, pierced steel hands, brass 8 days, time and strike, movement, c1900
CONDITION: case refinished and with glossy varnish, some glue residue, scratches, and minor staining, bracket at lower right separating from case, carved lower back board with splits along glue lines, also with insect damage, finials missing, cast acanthus ornament upside down, dial with tarnish and minor staining, and loss to silver, movement ticks and strikes, Ht 42"
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1200
PRICE SOLD: $850

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Lot#: 1093

DESCRIPTION: Jeweler's Regulator - Swiss 8 days, time only, weight driven pinwheel movement with center sweep seconds and gridiron pendulum in a mahogany case with white enamel dial, c1880
CONDITION: the case retains its original finish with wear. The base has several cracks. The seat board has been replaced. Hands are original The clock was running briskly on the consignor's wall when picked up. Ht 64"
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1200
PRICE SOLD: $1600

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Lot#: 1094

DESCRIPTION: Peter Rau, in Wien, Austria, Rahmenuhr, or picture frame clock, gilt frame behind a glazed door, with carved moldings and applied ornament, signed Arabic numeral white enamel dial, steel moon hands, brass 2 day, three train grand sonnerie striking movement, gilt mask pendulum, c1820
CONDITION: case good with minor separations and splits, minor losses and touch ups to gilding, exterior of case now painted brown, front door and glass replaced, backboard replaced, bezel and movement mounting screws replaced, dial with scratches, hairlines, and flaking at winding and center arbors, two filled losses at 3:00 and 9:00, movement dirty, ticking, quarter train mainspring broken, movement needs service, pendulum good, Ht 24 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $900 - $1200
PRICE SOLD: $700

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Lot#: 1095

DESCRIPTION: German, miniature Vienna style spring regulator wall clock, 8-day, with short 6 inch pendulum and two and half inch dial, C.1900
CONDITION: minute hand is original, hour hand replaced, finish original, lower right and left finials missing, center intact, Note we have in this sale another of these miniatures, with a cast brass front case, and the same 6 wheel, 8 days,movement. ht 13 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $800 - $1000
PRICE SOLD: $800

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Lot#: 1096

DESCRIPTION: Rudolf Mayer, Germany, miniature Vienna style 8 days, timepiece, cast brass ornamental front attached to a wooden case with enamel beat scale, arch top with finial, back of top signed "Rud. Mayer Fec" and with his trade mark, glazed door with arched aperture, Roman numeral silvered dial with embossed, ornamented gilt center, the pendulum with matching embossed decoration, blued steel hands, brass timepiece movement with dead beat escapement, c1900
CONDITION: Case good, dirty and with minor tarnish and discoloration, bottom soldered to lower molding, dial darkened and with loss of silver, center with gap and with minor losses to infill, movement ticking, suspension spring broken, pendulum with some discoloration. Note this small movement has a going barrel, and counting the barrel gear, has 6 wheels in the train, allowing it to run a full week on a 6" pendulum. Ht 16 1/2"
ESTIMATE: $750 - $1000
PRICE SOLD: $950

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Lot#: 1097

DESCRIPTION: Austria, Vienna regulator, oak case with carved scrolls and leaves, turned finials and architectural ornament, Roman numeral white enamel dial with small seconds below 12:00, pierced blued steel hands, brass 8 days, time and strike, movement, polished brass pendulum and weights, c1890
CONDITION: case very good overall with minor marks, one piece of molding loose, upper left, a few small chips, and minor burn at lower left and right, front, one mounting pin for removable crest broken, crest finial replaced, dial with minor scratches, hands dirty, movement ticks and strikes, pendulum polished, weights with minor dents and fingerprints, Ht 56
ESTIMATE: $700 - $900
PRICE SOLD: $450

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Lot#: 1099

DESCRIPTION: Adolf Kohl, in Wein, miniature Vienna regulator, case with rosewood graining, and in the style of a full size clock, signed Roman numeral white enamel dial, brass 30 hour timepiece movement with thread suspension, brass pendulum with steel rod, c1890
CONDITION: removable crest replaced, top of door with old repair, lower right with split, minor losses to finish, case stabilizing screws missing, dial with a few minor hairlines and minor losses to signature, hands good, movement ticks, pendulum ball replaced, Ht 22"
ESTIMATE: $600 - $800
PRICE SOLD: $400

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Lot#: 1100

DESCRIPTION: Austria, grand sonnerie striking mantel clock, ebonized case with carved decoration, the alabaster columns with gilt capitals and bases, case top with gilt cornucopia flanking a very nice watercolor landscape behind glass, the painting with buildings, a farmyard with livestock, and 3 well dressed figures in the foreground, Roman numeral silvered dial with gilt engine turned center and bezel, blued steel hands, and pierced brass pendulum, brass 2 day movement with grand sonnerie striking, now without the music box originally contained in the base, c1840
CONDITION: minor veneer losses at base, left and right sides, base with split, right side, case top with split, gilding with losses and overpaint, dial dirty, darkened, water color very good, with one tiny loss at bottom, movement ticks, striking will not stop until mainspring is wound down, quarter train not running, Ht 25 3/4"
ESTIMATE: $600 - $900
PRICE SOLD: $600

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