Antique American Clocks July 2020
93. $1000
English fusee bracket clock, ca. 1830. This is probably also a Ballard clock based on
the movement and similar clocks online. The dial has been repainted and no maker/marketer/location was added; the dial glass
appears to be original. The 20-inch case, veneered in mahogany, has carved leaves across the arched top and inlaid brass across
the bottom and both side half-columns. Hoop handles on both sides and two side glasses and a glass in the rear door to view
the unsigned early 1800’s (note the movement pillars) brass double-fusee movement. There is a heavy pendulum and a steel bell;
the clock is running and striking, but a bit out of plumb. There are keys for the rear door and the sash; it sits on four brass
ball feet that allow leveling. There are some cracks and repairs to the 190-year-old veneer on the top and right side. Like #92, this is a high-quality early English bracket clock. $1500-$2500.