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This petite New Haven clock is known as the "Leslie" model. It is a green/gold/ivory marbleized enameled iron and is in outstanding condition. The gold gilt ornamentation has been restored according to original standards with gold leaf and is in magnificent condition. It has a splendid ivory porcelain dial and brass dial center. It retains its original beveled glass in an ornate cast brass bezel. The movement has been overhauled and is in fine running order. It is an 8-Day wind and strikes the hours and half-hour on a lyrical bell.
This clock is tiny and absolutely adorable and will fit anywhere at all. Circa: 1901. This rare Lenzkirch clock is a deluxe cast brass and bronze with a unique ribbon and acanthus garland motif. The brass is in outstanding condition. Usually brass clocks do not fare well over the years, but this Lenzkirch being very well made has fared beautifully. Because of its bright brass surface, it has been difficult to get the photo to reflect its true color. The entire clock matches the color of the top garland. The unique cast pendulum has roses which match the roses cast into the base of the clock. The bronze dial with brass numerals is in splendid condition. The movement has been overhauled and is in running order. It is an 8-Day wind and strikes the hours and half-hour on a deep coiled wire gong. This clock is truly for the discerning collector who loves unusual pieces. Circa: 1900. H: 16"; W: 8 3/4"; D: 5 1/2" (key included) PRICE: $1195 Refer to: #543 View Movement This gorgeous bracket clock is an original Lenzkirch with a stunning walnut grain, burlwood veneers and applied carved mouldings in exceptional condition. It retains its original finish and the scroll top is splendid. A small moulding was reglued at some point. There is a uniformly-aged patina on the silver chapter ring and dial center and the numerals are excellent. The original gold gilt is intact on spandrals and finial. It retains its original beveled glass in the front door and metal filigree and cloth in the back door as well. The signed movement, serial number 1058632, has been fully serviced and is in good working order. It is an 8-Day wind and has a petite sonnerie gong strike. Petite sonnerie means it counts the quarter hours on two gongs and strikes out the hours on one. Circa: 1905. H: 15 3/4", W: 11", D: 7 1/4" (key included) This clock has the elegance Lenzkirch was famous for and it will be a sheer delight to own. PRICE: $1195 Refer to: #466 This original, gothic/beehive Waterbury clock is known as the "Sussex" model. It is part of the cabinet series named for well-known British cities. It is a restored red mahogany with a beautiful grain in outstanding condition. What appears to be a dent in the finish to the left of the dial is not; it is graining. It retains its original gold gilt on the escapement, cast bezel and dial sash, and four ball feet...a rare accomplishment in these times. The ivory porcelain is in spectacular condition. There is a tiny chip on the original beveled glass by the "12" which does not detract at all. The quality #91 movement with visible, ruby-pallet escapement has been fully serviced and is in fine running order. It is an 8-Day wind and strikes the hours and half-hour on a heavy gong. Circa: 1910 This clock has great simplicity in style, but look closely, it absolutely understates its elegance. H: 12 1/2", W: 9", D: 5 1/2" (key included) PRICE: $525 Refer to: #494 This early clock is a typical Bradley & Hubbard of West Meriden, Ct. cast iron frontpiece with handpainted flowers, patterns and a country home scene. The iron frontpiece is attached to a wood frame; hence, the name "ironfront." There is wear to the enamel, but only where it was originally black and is not obvious. The vivid country scene and most of the designs are intact. The lower brass bezel is original and the top bezel is a replacement and fits perfectly. Both bezels have been polished, lacquered and are in excellent condition. The original white painted dial has been slightly touched up. The inside label has faded and is virtually illegible. The pendulum may be original and has been polished and lacquered. The movement has been cleaned, overhauled, tested and is in fine running order. It is an 8-Day wind and strikes the hours only on a robust gong. Virtually identical ironfront on page 202 of Ball's 1992 "American Shelf and Wall Clocks." Circa: 1850. This wonderful old American ironfront is a tribute to the ingenuity of the early clockmakers in their attempt to decorate cases to fit into the decor of the times. H: 19 1/2", W: 18 1/2", D: 3" (key included) PRICE: $450 Refer to: #413 Angled View View Movement This Seth Thomas clock is a Sonora chime and is known as the "Chime #1" model. It is a red mahogany adamantine with a spectacular grain, four brass ball feet and a dome top. The adamantine is in outstanding condition which is unusual for its age. The flash photo of the top reflects the edge and appears to have a split but it does not. The brass bezel and gold gilt dial sash are in excellent condition. The ivory porcelain dial is absolutely mint. Only remnants of the original back label remain. It retains its original steel hands. The movement has been serviced and is in professional running order. It is an 8-Day wind and plays the westminster melody on the quarter hours on four patented sonora resonated bells. It strikes the hours also on a resonated sonora bell. It has a chime/silent lever on the side. This clock creates a delightful splendor with both sight and sound and definitely one to be treasured. Circa: 1910. H: 13 1/2", W: 15", D: 7" (key included) PRICE: $675 Refer to: #530 View Top Back View Contact The ClockWorks Unlimited This lovely, original Ansonia mantel clock is known as the "Royal" model. It is a real bronze finished in rich gold that is in outstanding condition. There is exquisite casting and ornate detailing to the case. The inlaid porcelain panel is in perfect condition. The panel depicts a lady and gentleman in a garden of Renaissance times. The original ivory porcelain dial has very faint crack shadows and a very small chip at the edge by the 2, none of which detract from the dial. The ornate bezel has beveled glass with a rococo dial pan. The movement has been overhauled and is in fine running order. It is an 8-Day wind and strikes the hours and half-hour on a deep, rich, soft gong. Circa: 1901. This Ansonia clock is elegant beyond words, yet retains a certain softness that speaks for itself. H: 17 1/4", W: 9", D: 4 1/4" PRICE: $795 Refer to: #589 Side View View Movement This elequent Seth Thomas clock is known as the "Berkley" model and is a red mahogany with a beautiful grain and two corinthian columns with an architectural top and is in outstanding condition. The case was beautifully refinished at some point. The original gold plated bezel has retained a spectacular condition as well as its original beveled glass. It has a heavy gold plated beaded dial sash. It retains its original hands. The ivory porcelain dial is flawless. The restored gold leaf ornamentation is very well done and it retains the original gold gilt feet in splendid condition. The back door knob is a replacement. The movement has been fully serviced and tested and is in professional running order. It is an 8-Day wind and strikes the hours on a resonant gong and the half-hour on a delightful bell. Circa: 1909. It has been contended that this is a City Series clock; it is one of a series of clocks, all similar in looks and size with columns named for small cities in MA and CT, i.e., "Salem", "Sterling", "Clinton" and, if it is, this one is definitely the best! H: 11 1/2", W: 10", D: 6 1/4" (key included) PRICE: $495 Refer to: #406 This very early and highly collectable clock is an Eli Terry & Son. This is the partnership of Eli Terry, Sr. and his son, Henry, after Eli, Jr. left to become a movement supplier. It is known as a column and splat. The splat being the decorated top piece; in this case, an eagle and fruit, between the columns. The case has the original finish with minor veneer chips and repair. The original white painted wooden dial with gold gilt spandrels is in splendid condition. It retains the rare Terry handmade brass hands. The top glass is original with the original putty in place. The bottom mirror is very old with putty, but it is hard to tell if it is the same putty as the top glass. It retains its original ivory escutcheon. The gold gilt has faded on columns and splat, but still is in excellent condition. The outstanding Folsom and Hurlbut label (which dates the clock) has been protected for years and is dark, but intact and completely legible. One toe is missing on the right paw foot. The movement is the Eli Terry short drop wooden works which is what the partnership used in the column and splats, ("Eli Terry and the Connecticut Shelf Clock, Roberts and Taylor, page 352.) The movement has been overhauled and is in fine running order. It is powered by two 4 lbs. weights. It is a 30-hour wind and strikes the hours only on a robust bell. Circa: 1831. This clock is a fine and rare example of American antiquity as its originality is so much intact and its history so treasured among the most avid clock collectors. H: 33", W: 17 1/2", D: 5" (crank included) PRICE: $795 Refer to: #447 View Label This unique Waterbury double dial clock is the "Calendar #44" model. It came in two designs; one with wooden masks around the dials with a clear glass door or a red/black reverse painted glass door in the E. Howard style. It is a solid medium walnut with applied carvings and incised lines with spectacular Eastlake patterns. The lower calendar dial is original with a slightly aged patina and in excellent condition. The upper dial appears to have been replaced many years ago as it has the same patina as the lower dial. The calendar wheels have been restored. The reverse painting on the door appears to have been touched up in a few spots. The blue ribbon prize for this clock are the three wonderful Waterbury back labels which are in exceptional condition for surviving for so many years. It indicates the clock, most likely, was in the same family for a long time. The brass dial sashes for both dials are in fine condition. It retains its original hands and pendulum. The movement has been fully serviced and is in fine running order. It is an 8-Day wind and strikes the hours and half-hour on a deep cathedral gong. It has a working alarm. Circa: 1891. The near-perfect labels make this clock highly desirable among collectors as they are so rare. H: 24", W: 14 1/2", D: 6" (key included) This beautifully crafted calendar clock with its fabulous labels has a story to tell that is priceless. PRICE: $1150 Refer to: #497 This unusual French carriage clock has a very artistic design and a beautiful angular handle. It is old brass with four miniature finials and tiny bun feet. The entire clock has been polished and lacquered and is in excellent condition. It has a silverplated dial with arabic numbers in splendid condition. The four side and top beveled glazed panels have no chips or cracks; there are some scratches at the very bottom of the back door. The movement retains its original platform; it has been cleaned, overhauled and tested and is in professional running order. It is an 8-Day timepiece. Its age is determined by the short stem for adjusting F/S made between 1885 and 1900. Circa: 1895. This little carriage clock has an appeal that will win your heart. H: 5" (includes handle), W: 2 3/4", D: 2 1/4" (key included) PRICE: $475 Refer to: #1208 Front View View Dial Back View Contact The ClockWorks Unlimited This very early French clock is known as a lyre clock. It is a rosewood veneer with stunning satin inlay. It is all original. It has a pure white porcelain dial with perfect convex glass and a very ornate, machine-turned bezel in super condition. The back of the movement is surrounded by the original round wood box with the original wood door. It has a silk thread suspension pendulum. The wood has some scrapes but it does not detract from the overall appearance. The movement has been overhauled and is in fine running order. It is an 8-Day wind and strikes the hours and half-hour on a lyrical bell. Circa: 1820-1840. This clock was originally made to imitate the luxurious and expensive lyre clocks of the the period and it was an outstanding early achievement. H: 22", W: 9 1/2", D: 5" (key included) PRICE: $1050 Refer to: #584 View Back & Movement This very early Ephraim Downs clock is known as a column and splat. It was a transition piece as the movements now needed a longer case to accommodate longer pendulums. The splat is the top portion between the two columns. Both columns and splat retain the original gold stencilling although slightly faded. It is a red mahogany veneer in great condition. It has a chip and small crack on the right top and a crack in the corner of the door. The reverse painting is just wonderful. The detail and gold leafing are of superior quality. It is hard to ascertain its age as there is flaking in the corners, but is in marvelous condition. The white painted wooden dial with gold leaf spandrels is in splendid condition. The upper glass has some damage. The label is dark, but legible and amazing for its age. The wooden movement has been fully serviced and is in fine running order. It is a 30 hour wind and powered by two 4 lb. weights. It strikes the hours only on a hearty bell. Circa: 1830. This clock is a marvelous piece of antiquity and represents the early days of Connecticut clockmaking. Ephraim Downs was Silas Hoadley's brother-in-law and with him and George Mitchell contributed an incredible amount towards improving the fledging industry. H: 33", W: 17", D: 4 1/2" (crank included) PRICE: $695 Refer to: #573 View Label This very early original French silk thread clock is a Paul Mancel of Paris and is an ebonized wood with white/red/gold and brass metal inlays. The silk thread refers to the manner in which the pendulum hangs on the movement and dates the clock to the 1820-1840 period when it was popular with French clockmakers. The case is quite old and has had a rough time of it, but the majority of the case is exquisitely attractive with its colorful patterns. It is the gentle curves and turnings that make this clock a stunning piece. Some of the inlay fell out over the years and was replaced with gold. There is a crack that indicates the top was broken at some point. It has a pure white porcelain dial with heavy, beaded cast brass dial sash that is in fine condition. The movement has been fully serviced and it is in fine running order. It is an 14-Day wind and strikes the hours and half-hour on a lyrical bell. Circa: 1830. This clock is very impressive and, if perfect, would fetch $1,000+ at auction. |
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