83. $1500
Seth Thomas Clock Co. “Fashion No. 6”, ca. 1880. This
Fashion model was made by Seth Thomas after they bought out the Culver Brothers Southern Calendar Clock Co. and is distinguished by
the black painted dials with gold lettering, the words ‘Made by Seth Thomas Clock Co.’ on the calendar dial, and a long-drop pendulum
movement that is mounted in the back of the case. The dial boards were also changed such that the calendar board is hinged
to provide easier access to the rear-mounted pendulum. The 32-inch black walnut case with center finial has a clean polished
finish, original door glass with Fashion lettering, and two original black dials with gold lettering and nickel hands. The
dial pans are flat with some chipping around the mainstem on the calendar dial. The 8-day, time-and-strike movement is
signed Seth Thomas and is running and striking on a cathedral gong and the calendar is advancing; the nickel pendulum bob is damascened. Good
labels inside. AAC has sold six Fashion No. 6 clocks over the past several years for an average of $1716. $1500–$2000.
Antique American Clocks JANUARY 2025