Antique American Clocks                      January 2020

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467.    $400

Lenzkirch bracket clock, 1891-1892.  This 22.5-inch dark oak case with a gothic shape and spires holds a signed 8-day, time-and-strike movement that strikes on two cathedral gongs on the quarter hours.  The serial number (934868)dates it to 1891-1892.  No missing or broken finials, the finish is old but not too dark to hide the grain.  The silvered dial chapter ring sits on a brass backplate with gold ornamentation above that matches the brass side screens.  The door glass is old.  The clock is running, a bit tentatively, and striking on schedule.  I found one good match on LiveAuctioneers that sold for $750 in 2010.  $400-$600.

 

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