Antique American Clocks January 2022
57. $100
Wm. L Gilbert Clock Co. “Mitra”, ca. 1891. One of Gilbert’s more popular shelf clocks
with lots of rectilinear lines in an attractive case with a large pendulum bob. This one is in cherry with the original finish
and some gunk accumulation in the corners and edges, 22 inches tall. There is a bit of a chip on the top left cornice piece
and a small pediment is missing from the top of the center cornice piece. Both glasses are likely original. The 8-day,
time-and-strike movement is signed and running, striking on a cathedral gong on the hours and half-hours. A paper dial on a
nickel dial pan and bezel, a label on the back. This clock just needs a good case cleaning. $100-$200.