Antique American Clocks July 2021
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.