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Antique American Clocks                      July 2021

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193.     $225

Ansonia Clock Co. “Monarch”, ca. 1880.  A 25-inch walnut case with a light finish; the urn finial on top is missing its wings.  Note the burl walnut around the base.  The door glass is likely original, retaining most of the silver stencil.  The cast brass dial bezel is outstanding, retaining the turquoise coloring; the dial is a glossy paper replacement with some foxing.  The 8-day time and half-hour strike movement is signed and running, striking a cathedral gong on cue. The two-barrel pendulum is correct. An alarm strikes on a brass bell, untested.  Black paper inside, a dark label on the back. The drawer holds a key.  A very nice example but for the missing wings on top.  AAC sold a slightly better example a year ago for $292.  $225-$325.

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