103. $750
F. Kroeber “Angel Swing No. 2”, ca. 1878. You’ve likely
never seen this model before and likely won’t see it again. There are no sales records for this model on LiveAuctioneers or
the Antique Clocks Identification and Price Guide covering 24 years. The walnut case is 19.5 inches tall in the original finish,
with plenty of patina; the three glasses are original. The unsigned paper dial shows wear, the hands are likely original. The unusual 8-day, time-only movement is unsigned; it is running without issue. The escapement has two escape wheels which the
anchor alternates between at a 90-degree angle to normal, resulting in a front-to-back pendulum swing; the pendulum is a cherub with
tiny wings on a swing, with slight wear. There is a good label on the back. This clock is, as best I can tell, untouched;
the four Angel Swing models are described on pages 127-129 of Ly’s book Kroeber Clocks. It includes a Kroeber key, which I’ve
never seen before. $750–$1500.
Antique American Clocks JANUARY 2024
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