John Creed Jennens 10 Bell 5 Gong Bracket Clock (Sold)
Item ID: 1216 - John Creed Jennens created two and three train bracket clocks of the best quality in London between 1863 and 1875. This superb 10 Bell 5 Gong Bracket Clock is an example of Jennens best work. Walter Durfee, the renowned antique dealer from Providence, RI, USA, sold only the finest clocks in his shop. The first clocks that Durfee imported from England in the 1880's were Jennens bracket clocks and reproduction eighteenth century tall cases clocks. Jennens clocks are recognized by many to be simply the best - superior to the better known and more numerous J.J. Elliott clocks. The fabulous 26 1/2" tall ebonized case is adorned with elaborate repousse mounts on the front, sides and basket top depicting delicate floral florishes, father time, hourglasses, and the J C Jennens, London name and cast bronze urn finials, cast bronze side handles with leaf motif bases and a cast bronze carrying handle . The clock stands on 4 ornate bronze feet. The dial has a silvered chapter ring with Roman numerals and subsidiary dials for chime silent, regulation and choice of Westminster, 8 Bell or 10 Bell chimes. The dial spandrels are gilt cast bronze. The 8 day chain triple fusee movement is work of art. The back plate, pendulum bob movement mounting brackets, and other mounts are all exquisitely hand engraved. The movement has been serviced and is in fine working condition. Please view the photos carefully as they say much more than words. Enjoy. Email me if you have questions about this rare and exceptional clock.
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Junghans Oval Dial Chime Clock (Sold)
tem ID 1304 - This is an unusual Junghans Westminster Chime Mantle clock with an oval dial. The clock is in nicw shape. The finish glistens although there is minor crazing. The oval dial with applied brass numerals is 8" wide and in fine condition. The 8 day movement keeps good time and plays the Westminster melody on the quarters and strikes the hour on fine toned chime rods. The chimes can be silenced by moving a lever to the right of 3 on the dial. The clock has the original signed key. Great looking and great sounding clock. Please email me if you have questions.
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Munger & Benedict Mirror Shelf Clock (Sold)
ID: 1316 - This is a ca.1832, Munger & Benedict, Auburn, New York, 8-day time & strike mirror clock. The 39” tall and 22” wide, refinished, butternut & mahogany case with gorgeous carved columns is in fine condition with only a small chip on the left side of the top board. The stenciled tablet while very well done on old glass is cracked and is probably not original. The mirror is a period mirror. The painted iron dial is in beautiful condition with original hands. The case has a typical Munger movement brass movement marked No. 25 with inside count wheel strike. There is a great label inside pasted very bright and well preserved wallpaper that lines the case. The eagle pendulum appears to be original. The clock is a fine example. Email me if you have questions.
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Riley Whiting 8 Day Column & Cornice Shelf Clock (Sold)
Item ID#: 1201 - This is a ca. 1830 Riley Whiting, Winchester Conn., 8 Day Wood Movement, Column & Cornice Shelf Clock. The 36" tall, 20 1/2" wide and 6 1/2" deep, mahogany case has been expertly refinished. The double decker case has four half columns with turned capitols. The dial is original and in excellent condition especially considering it is 175 years old. The old silvered mirror is a replacement that looks great. The label is in very good, readable, condition. The 8 day, time and strike, wood movememt is in good running order. The time weight is proper for the clock. The strike weight is not correct but the strike works well. Email me if you have questions on this excellent 8 day wood movement shelf clock.
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Seth Thomas "Duke" Bronze Shelf Clock (Sold)
Item ID: 1308 - This is a ca. 1909 Seth Thomas "Duke" Mantle Clock. The bronze finished cast brass case is 13" tall and in mint condition. The 4 1/2" porcelain dial is perfect. The 8 day time and strike movement is in fine running condition. A very fine example that is ready to enjoy. Please view the photos for additional information and email me if you have questions.
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Smith-Patterson Co. Boston French Bracket Clock (Sold)
Item ID: 1132 - This is a beautiful, large French Beehive Bracket Clock retailed by Smith Patterson Company of Boston. The simple but elegant mahogany case is 16" tall, 10" wide and 7 1/2" deep. The clock is in truly fine condition in every way. The perfect porcelain dial is 6" in diameter. The bezel is heavy brass with convex beveled glass. The blued steel hands are perfect. The bottom front of the case has a fine contrasting inlay. The tone opening on each side of the case have cast brass lattice work with the original cloth backing. The fine quality 8 day movement is in fine running order and strikes the hour and half hour on a large mellow sounding gong that resonates for more than 15 seconds. The sound is wonderful. The movement is marked H & H with the serial number 158181 and the logo of Vincent & Cie. The original pendulum is marked 1581. This fine quality clock needs nothing and is ready to be enjoyed. Email me if you have questions.
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Southern Calendar Fashion No 4 (Sold)
Item ID: 1138 - This is the best example of the Southern Calendar Clock Company Fashion No. 4 that I have ever seen. The clock is totally original and in truly mint condition. The walnut case with glistening original finish is 32" tall, 16" wide and 7 1/2" deep. The painted dials are both mint. The gold leafed "Fashion" on the door glass is perfect. The calendar roller paper has darkened with age. The hands are original and in fine condition. The clock has the proper original pendulum bob. The clock runs well and the calendar works properly. As close to a perfect clock as you will ever find.
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