Antique American Clocks July 2021
44. $3000
Timby’s Solar Time Piece, 1863-1865. A second example. The finish is old, likely
original, and crusty in places, the drop acorn finials are present here. The globe is in very good condition, slightly yellowed
and with one small spot of damage at the North Pole. There is no glass in the door and it is not held in place well; there are
two small pieces of wood that have come unglued and probably assisted in securing the door. The top of the case lifts off the
bottom and is not secured. The unsigned balance wheel movement is running and the globe is turning, but the minute wheel in
the door is a replacement and is too large, rubbing on the case at the bottom. $2500-$3500.