Antique American Clocks                      July 2020

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90.      $250

Atkins & Downs 8-day column & splat, 1831-1832.  A short-lived three-some (Rollin and Irenus Atkins, Anson Downes) in Bristol CT making wooden works clocks for George Mitchell, as indicated on the label.  This one stands 33 inches tall with original bronze stenciling on the columns and splat, original dial, hands, and dial glass.  Note the brightly painted dial.  The tablet is repainted on modern glass.  The overall finish is a bit rough and dirty but not unacceptable – it could clean up if desired.  Very nice label inside, a cleaned 8-day time-and-strike wooden movement that is running easily but the strike side needs adjustment.  No weights with this clock but two weights that will work here are listed in Parts, item 906.  A nice example.  $250-$500.

 

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