Antique American Clocks                      July 2020

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316.     $100

Seth Thomas “Umbria” (modified).  This used to be a very nice cherry Umbria but has been converted into a shelf clock.  Interestingly, Seth Thomas doesn’t list cherry as an option with the Umbria.  You might think this was a special order, but the base, lower door, and a bit of trim are made of walnut rather than cherry.  In fact, the “base” is an upside-down top to another clock.  Both glasses are beveled, also not found on the Umbria.  The painted metal dial is ST, signed and likely original, as are the hands (the minute hand has been repaired).  The movement is a signed 15-day, time-only movement with the proper pendulum and is running without enthusiasm.  A proper Umbria is 40.5 inches tall, this guy has been shortened by 3 inches.  I would guess the movement alone is worth the asking price.  $100-$500.

 

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