116. $500
Seth Thomas “Parlor”, ca. 1863. An early column clock,
here with two octagonal half-columns and rosewood veneer on all surfaces. While I see no missing veneer (unusual for this clock),
there are numerous small imperfections in the finish that could perhaps be removed with fine steel wool or even wax polish. This clock looks great in an uncrowded space; up close the graining and angles make it look a bit busy. The dial glass is old/original,
the center and bottom tablet are modern replacements, but perfectly match the designs shown in the 1863 catalog (Ly, Seth Thomas Clocks
& Movements, Vol. 1, page 516). The metal dial may be an old repaint and is peeling at the screw holes; the hands are period
and correct. The 8-day time-and-strike brass, weight-driven movement is signed, Plymouth Hollow; it strikes but will only run
for a minute or two and will need service. It is driven by two iron 8-day weights, one of which is period and one is newer. The pendulum bob is new. There is a good label inside from Plymouth Hollow, confirming a pre-1865 date of manufacture. This is a classic Seth Thomas post-Civil War shelf clock that deserves a place along side any collection of ST column shelf (triple
decker or sleigh-front) clocks. Schmitt Horan sold a nice example last year for $750; this clock is more often seen as a double-dial
calendar. $500-$750.
Antique American Clocks July 2022