Fontaine's Antique Auction Gallery Auction Catalog - Important Antique Clock Auction

SOLD: $2,250.00

Lot # 1

ITHACA NO. 6 HANGING LIBRARY CALENDAR CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock

ITHACA NO. 6 HANGING LIBRARY CALENDAR CLOCK. This clock has original dials and hands. The upper dial is 5.25". The case is walnut and in very nice original condition. The top fret and bottom drop are both in good condition with no visible breaks. The surface of the case has very minor scratches and nicks associated with a clock of this age. 12"W x 32.5"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.

SOLD: $2,500.00

Lot # 2

J. C. BROWN RIPPLE BEEHIVE CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock

J. C. BROWN "RIPPLE" BEEHIVE CLOCK. The case has a nice J. C. Brown label. This clock has good early hands and an early 5"dial which has slight imperfections. The dial and movement are signed J.C. Brown. The lower door has a bone knob and a wonderful etched gothic glass with country lake scene. The upper glass appears original. The case has a nice dark surface. 10.25"W x 19"H x 4"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.

SOLD: $600.00

Lot # 3

ANSONIA ROYAL BONN LA MINE IN BLUE & TEAL. Fontaine Antique Clock

ANSONIA ROYAL BONN "LA MINE" IN BLUE & TEAL. Signed Ansonia time & strike 8 day brass movement. This clock strikes the hour and half hour. It is signed on the back Royal Bonn. The 3.25"dial including the brass fancy sash is 5 inches in diameter. The case is in beautiful condition with no visible imperfections. It does have an exposed Brocot escapement. A fancy bezel with beveled glass crystal. It has its brass access dust cover. This case is decorated in blue and teal with colored flowers and water scene. The enamel dial is in good condition with no visible hairlines or chips. The hands are good. The clock has a pendulum. 11"W x 14"H x 6"D. Estimated Value $800 - 1,200.

SOLD: $400.00

Lot # 4

LARGE E. N. WELCH INLAID WALL CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock

LARGE E. N. WELCH INLAID WALL CLOCK. This clock is signed E. N. Welch and is a typical brass 8 day time and strike spring driven movement with a 10.75" dial. The dial support plate has a number of extra holes. The clock has a good set of period style hands and a brass pendulum bob that has many dings dents and imperfections. The case has much inlay and veneer. The inside of the clock has a gilt framed mirror that can be seen when the door is closed. 32.5"W x 49"H x 6.5"D. Estimated Value $700 - 900.

SOLD: $1,500.00

Lot # 5

BRACE CARVED HALF COLUMN MANTLE CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock

RODNEY BRACE CARVED COLUMN & SPLAT WITH "TORRINGTON" MOVEMENT. Early carved column and splat with paw feet. This clock has a good original printed label signed Rodney Brace and has a "TORRIGNTON" style woodworks movement with the winding arbors at 3:00 and 9:00. Good hands and a nice 9"dial in original condition. The lower door reverse painted glass appears to be original with maybe some backing touch up. The case is refinished in clean condition and has some reglued veneer pieces on the front. 16"W x 30"H x 4.5"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,800.

SOLD: $600.00

Lot # 6

NEW HAVEN WESTMINSTER #3 CHIME CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock

NEW HAVEN WESTMINSTER #3 CHIME CLOCK. This clock has the brass time and strike 8 day movement and the extra brass 8 day chime movement mounted under the main movement. Strikes on four anvils. Has an original 5"dial, hands and pendulum. The dial has chapter ring deterioration. The clock has a mahogany case with bronze trimmings. The bronze trimming under the dial that covers the chime winding hole is missing. 12.5"W x 18"H x 9"D. Estimated Value $800 - 1,200.

SOLD: $600.00

Lot # 7

CLARKE GILBERT HOLLOW COLUMN SHELF CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

CLARKE GILBERT "HOLLOW COLUMN" SHELF CLOCK. The hollow columns are birds eye maple. This clock has good period hands and a nice painted 6"dial with flowers in the corners. A signed Gilbert time and strike brass movement. An etched upper door glass and a reverse painted lower door glass. The lower door glass has been repainted. The clock has a primitive brass pendulum bob and nice period weights. An excellent label inside the clock. 18"W x 28.5"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $800 - 1,200.

SOLD: $900.00

Lot # 8

SETH THOMAS #1 EXTRA WEIGHT DRIVEN WALL CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

SETH THOMAS "#1 EXTRA" WEIGHT DRIVEN WALL CLOCK. Mahogany veneered case with minor nicks and chips associated with a clock of this age. The case has a replaced lower glass tablet. Typical round weight driven S. B. Terry time only brass movement with spade hour and minute hands. The 12"dial has many imperfections. The clock has the signed Seth Thomas "EMBOSSED" pendulum bob with a gilt stick. The inside of the clock case has the weight board with original label. Cast iron weight that is functional but is not original to the clock. 19"W x 41"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.

SOLD: $1,750.00

Lot # 9

SETH THOMAS #13 OFFICE CALENDAR CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

SETH THOMAS #13 "OFFICE CALENDAR" CLOCK. Refinished oak case with all mouldings and trimmings intact. Weight driven time only brass movement. The clock has good spade and calendar hands, repainted 11"upper time dial and lower calendar dial. Although repainted these dials are done very well. The lower calendar drums appear original. 18.5"W x 48"H x 8"D. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.

SOLD: $600.00

Lot # 10

ENGLISH FUSEE SKELETON CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

ENGLISH FUSEE SKELETON CLOCK. This clock has a single time only fusee movement. A good glass dome on an ebonized wood base with original velvet at the center. The 5.25" dial is skeletonized and has paint and finish deterioration. The brass skeletonized movement is in the form of a Lyre. The clock has a good pendulum stick and bob with fancy hands. 13"W x 15"H x 6.5"D. Estimated Value $700 - 900.

SOLD: $6,000.00

Lot # 11

FRENCH EMPIRE SWINGING LYRE MANTLE CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

FRENCH EMPIRE SWINGING LYRE MANTLE CLOCK. The ebonized lyre case has applied gilt brass mounts with cornucopias of fruit and flowers on the arms and a large central cartouche with a robed maiden radiating with sun rays and clouds below, swirling in the wind. Here the swing pendulum movement hangs, in the base of the pendulum. Time and bell-strike movement, with a steel pallet Brocot escapement. The back plate of the movement is marked P.D. 4391, the front plate is marked C.A.F. The dial shows some light design and black numerals below some floral and filigree decoration. The base shows a leaf molded brass section over a lower ebonized platform and 4 brass feet. This piece is in very good original condition, the crutch has been repaired.Diameter of dial: 4.5". 9"W x 25"H x 7"D. Estimated Value $6,500 - 8,500.

SOLD: $6,000.00

Lot # 12

MONUMENTAL 5' FIGURAL FLOOR CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

MONUMENTAL 5' FIGURAL FLOOR CLOCK. Full standing classical figure with braided hair, her arms are reaching up, holding a large elaborate spherical timepiece. The time and bell strike movement shows a lever platform escapement and is signed Lenzkirch - A.U.G. 1 Million and is numbered 386537. The enameled 5"dial with roman numerals for the hour and the exterior band represents the minutes. 23"W x 59.5"H x 14.5"D. Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,500.

SOLD: $850.00

Lot # 13

DANIEL PRATTS SON BOSTON CLOCK CO. WALL CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

DANIEL PRATTS SON "BOSTON CLOCK CO." WEIGHT DRIVEN WALL CLOCK. The 11.5" dial is signed Daniel Pratts Son with some minor touchup and the movement is signed "BOSTON CLOCK CO." The brass movement is numbered 8 at least twice. A nice period style cast iron weight and good brass pulley. The plain brass bob with a flat black stick which has a prior repair under the keystone. The mahogany case has a good redone finish. The hands are period and in good condition. 15.5"W x 32.5"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000.

SOLD: $650.00

Lot # 14

HOWARD & DAVIS #3 WEIGHT DRIVEN BANJO CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

HOWARD & DAVIS #3 WEIGHT DRIVEN BANJO CLOCK. This clock has a refinished case and new glasses with an unsigned typical brass movement. Some unusual wood was removed from the inside of the bezel. There is a massive weight that has been modified to work in this case with the movement pulley. The 9"clock dial has some paint restoration. A black painted flat wood stick with a highly polished pendulum bob. This is a highly restored clock. The lower throat glass support frame has a lower left screw hole that is worn. 16"W x 38"H x 4.5"D. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.

SOLD: $1,450.00

Lot # 15

ADAMS, LONDON BOXED CHRONOMETER Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

ADAMS, LONDON BOXED CHRONOMETER. A double boxed B. F. & T. Davies, English boxed chronometer. The outer wood box has a broken leather strap. The outer wood box is nicely dovetailed and appears to be original. The inner wood box has a brass plaque signed "Adams London No 36, Lombard Street". The inner box has a lock and key. The chronometer has a full gimbaled brass tub with original key. The clock has a nice set of yellow spade and poker hands. The 3.75"dial has a soft butler finish with black Roman hour numerals and black minute markers. The dial is signed " B. F. & T. Davies, Utica New York" The dial has a subsidiary second bit and an up/down power indicator. The movement is a solid brass single fusee movement with detent escapement and helical hairspring. The movement is dry of oil and sluggish. The does run but does not make 24 hours. The key supplied in the box is old and is for winding the clock not setting the hands. Both boxes have a nice old soft finish. 6.5"W x 7"H x 6.5"D. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.

SOLD: $2,250.00

Lot # 16

TIFFANY & CO GOTHIC BRACKET CLOCK W/ PORCELAIN INSERTS Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

TIFFANY & CO GOTHIC BRACKET CLOCK W/ PORCELAIN INSERTS. Bronze gothic steeple case with a finial and pierced gallery at the crest. 9 assorted enameled scenic porcelain inserts accent the case along with 4 square decorated columns with chamfered corners. The 4" dial is centered with a winter scene and is signed Tiffany & Co. New York. The time and strike movement has and a single coiled gong with number 4120. The movement is signed Tiffany & Co. New York. Good original untouched condition. 10"W x 19.5"H x 6"D. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000.

SOLD: $800.00

Lot # 17

TIFFANY & CO. GILDED BRASS CRYSTAL REGULATOR CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

TIFFANY & CO. GILDED BRASS CRYSTAL REGULATOR CLOCK. French 8 day brass movement with 3.5" enameled dial and coiled anvil strike, signed Tiffany & Co, New York. Gilt brass case with ornate panels and fluted corner columns over turned feet. The 4 beveled glass panels are intact. 6.5"W x 12.5"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $700 - 900.

SOLD: $8,500.00

Lot # 18

SETH THOMAS REGULATOR #7 WALL CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

SETH THOMAS "REGULATOR #7" WALL CLOCK. The clock has a very nice 11"dial with an original surface and original hands. The dial has a single set of holes for the mounting screws but the wood plate under the dial has two sets of mounting holes. The case is clean and in good condition. It is the shorter version of the #7. The clock has a #62 time only weight driven brass movement with maintaining power. Has as a good pendulum rod and bob with a typical brass weight. 18"W x 47"H x 8"D. Estimated Value $6,000 - 8,000.

SOLD: $1,500.00

Lot # 19

WATERBURY LIBRARY WALL CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

WATERBURY "LIBRARY" WALL CLOCK. 8 day time and strike oak cased wall clock. Original 7"enamel dial with good hands. The case has a nice original surface with minor nicks and scratches associated with a clock of this age. The case has two proper side lights. The clock has a wood stick with brass bob and a brass weight driven movement with 2 weights and ladder chain. 17.5"W x 42"H x 6.5"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.

SOLD: $650.00

Lot # 20

8 BELL QUARTER HOUR STRIKE MANTLE CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

8 BELL QUARTER HOUR STRIKE MANTLE CLOCK. Lg. well made mantle clock with carved mahogany case and openwork gallery, wood balcony with dentil moulding and turned columns. The case is original finish with one finial top missing. 8 day time, strike and chime brass movement. It strikes the quarters on 8 bells and the hours on a cathedral anvil. The movement is very large and well made. Silvered 7.5" dial with blued spade and poker hands. 12.5"W x 22.5"H x 8"D. Estimated Value $750 - 1,150.

SOLD: $2,250.00

Lot # 21

WALTHAM WEIGHT DRIVEN PRESENTATION BANJO CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

WALTHAM WEIGHT DRIVEN PRESENTATION BANJO CLOCK. 8 day weight driven time only movement. The case is in very good condition and has a wood presentation bracket with brass side arms. The clock has an original pendulum, weight, hands and 6.5"dial. The reverse painted lower door and throat glasses are both in very nice condition. 10.5"W x 37"H x 4"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.

SOLD: $1,000.00

Lot # 22

ENGLISH 8 DAY TIME & STRIKE GRANDFATHER CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

18TH C. ENGLISH 8 DAY GRANDFATHER CLOCK. Carved oak case with a "Spanish Conquistador" on the trunk door. This clock has a square 12.5" brass dial which is signed "COATS WIGAN". An 8 day brass time and strike movement with calendar. Good period hands and typical cast iron weights. The clock has an early 1812 repair tag from England on the door. The pendulum bob is period and has a proper rod. 24"W x 81"H x 12"D. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.

SOLD: $5,000.00

Lot # 23

MONUMENTAL WALL CLOCK & BAROMETER Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

MONUMENTAL WALL CLOCK & BAROMETER. These are fabulous archictural pieces from a hotel or public building. Over 4 feet long with victorian fruit and grape carvings. The clock has a high quality time & strike brass spring driven movement with Brocot escapement. The 13" reverse painted glass dials are signed A.M. Richy a Paris and are in good condition. The hands are original. The clock has a Centigrade thermometer on the lower portion, and the Barometer has a Fahrenheit thermometer. The mahogany hand carved cases are a matching pair. 24"W x 50.5"H x 5.5"D. Estimated Value $6,000 - 8,000.

SOLD: $5,500.00

Lot # 24

Charles Frodsham London Boxed Chronometer. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

CHARLES FRODSHAM, LONDON DOUBLE BOXED CHRONOMETER. The outer wood box appears to be original and is marked in chalk on the inside "1813". The leather strap is missing. The inner wood box has a brass plaque signed "Charles Frodsham" London. It also has a bone inlaid medallion "1813". The inner box has a lock and key. The chronometer has a full gimbaled brass tub with original key. It has a brass dust cover that is keyed. Nice set of very delicate blued hands. The 3"dial has a soft butler finish with black Roman hour numerals and black minute markers. The dial is signed " CHARLES FRODSHAM 7 PAVEMENT FINSBURY SQU LONDON NO. 1813." The dial has a subsidiary second bit and an up/down power indicator. The movement is a solid brass single fusee movement with detent escapement and helical hairspring. The movement is dry of oil and sluggish. It does run but does not make 24 hours. It would benefit from a cleaning and oil. The key supplied in the box is old and does wind the clock but is not for setting the hands. Both boxes have a nice old soft finish. 6.25"W x 7"H x 6.25"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.

SOLD: $2,000.00

Lot # 25

ANSONIA HUNTRESS FIGURAL SWINGING ARM CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

ANSONIA HUNTRESS FIGURAL SWINGING ARM CLOCK. The tall figure of a Huntress is shown wearing a robe, holding a pair of birds and standing on a platform. Her left hand holds the bar from which the pendulum swings. The pendulum sits on an "X" suspension spring and the time only movement rests inside of the upper 4.5"sphere. Signed Ansonia Clock Co. 7"W x 25"H x 7"D. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.

SOLD: $750.00

Lot # 26

FRENCH 3 PC GOTHIC BRONZE CLOCK SET Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

FRENCH 3 PC GOTHIC BRONZE CLOCK SET. Large gothic cathedral completely reticulated and structured with a flowering finial at the top. The concave 4.5"dial is mounted with gilt roman numerals. Brass 8 day time and bell strike movement is signed "Le Marti et Co." Accompanied by a matching pair of side urns with similar gothic features. 14.5"W x 24"H x 6"D. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.

SOLD: $5,000.00

Lot # 27

GUILMET BEAM ENGINE FRENCH INDUSTRIAL CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

GUILMET BEAM ENGINE FRENCH INDUSTRIAL CLOCK. This time only, spring driven timepiece is wound from the back, the movement is marked "Medaille Dor - G L T - Paris" and numbered 160. It has a 2" porcelain dial. The case shows a worn silvered and gilt finish. The top beam forms the upper part of the pendulum and rocks when the clock is running. Circa 1880. 8"W x 7"H x 3.5"D. Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,000.

SOLD: $900.00

Lot # 28

E.N. WELCH PATTI V.P. ROSEWOOD MANTLE CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

E.N. WELCH "PATTI V.P." ROSEWOOD MANTLE CLOCK. High quality rosewood case in good original finish and decorated door glass. "Patti V.P." label on the back. The original 4.75" dial has imperfections around the winding holes. The movement is an early brass time & strike with the "X" style front and back plates. Proper "Patti" style pendulum and hands. 13"W x 19"H x 6"D. Estimated Value $800 - 1,200.

SOLD: $2,500.00

Lot # 29

ITHACA #2 1/2 BRISBANE DOUBLE DIAL WALL CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

ITHACA #2 1/2 "BRISBANE" DOUBLE DIAL WALL CLOCK. The clock has an original 11"upper dial and lower calendar dial with good calendar drums. It has period hour and minute hands and a proper calendar hand. A time only 30 day brass movement signed "Made for Ithaca Clock Co. by E.N. Welch Co., Forestville Conn. The walnut case has been refinished. The original decorative wood pendulum bob and stick are present. 16"W x 42"H x 8"D. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.

SOLD: $2,000.00

Lot # 30

WATERBURY JOLIET OAK CALENDAR WALL CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

WATERBURY "JOLIET" OAK CALENDAR WALL CLOCK. Time only brass 8 day movement with typical hands. The 7"dial is original but has many imperfections and touch ups. The lower calendar drums are in good condition as is the black door glass. The case is in nice original finish and condition. 15.5"W x 36.5"H x 9"D. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200.

SOLD: $500.00

Lot # 31

ENGLISH BRASS GRAVITY CLOCK W/ OPEN ESCAPEMENT Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

ENGLISH BRASS GRAVITY CLOCK W/ OPEN ESCAPEMENT. The movement shows an open escapement and pendulum bob behind a 3.25"clear glass dial. The two arms running through the case vertically allow the timepiece to move up and down, the use of gravity built into the two support arms drives the movement. In very good working condition. 4.5"W x 10.5"H x 2"D. Estimated Value $800 - 1,200.

SOLD: $1,200.00

Lot # 32

F. KROEBER PARTHIA EBONIZED WALL CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

F. KROEBER "PARTHIA" EBONIZED WALL CLOCK. This clock has an 8 day time and strike movement with a good enamel 4.25"dial and proper hands. Ebonized case with inlaid floral marquetry. The clock has beveled plate glass side mirrors and an etched glass pendulum bob with signed level indicator. This clock is in nice original condition. 13"W x 32"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $700 - 900.

SOLD: $1,000.00

Lot # 33

NEW HAVEN WEIGHT DRIVEN BANJO CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

NEW HAVEN WEIGHT DRIVEN BANJO CLOCK. This clock has a silvered 7"dial with minor imperfections and typical spade hands. Brass 8 day time only movement with maintaining power. Original reverse painted glasses with a presentation bracket. The clock has brass side arms, a brass eagle and a large brass pendulum bob. 12.5"W x 44.5"H x 5.5"D. Estimated Value $800 - 1,200.

SOLD: $2,500.00

Lot # 34

ASA MUNGER MIRROR CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

ASA MUNGER MIRROR CLOCK. Mahogany shelf clock with carved columns "Asa Munger, Auburn, N.Y". The clock has a two early labels. The typical brass 8 day time and strike clock movement with inside count wheel strike system. The dial is signed and appears to be original. It has the typical off set winding arbors. The 7"dial is set in the center of the door glass. The clock has original wallpaper on the inside of the case. The upper door glass has a green crystal type paint and the lower door has a mirror with many imperfections. The case is missing it's large overhanging top. 19.5"W x 38.5"H x 6.5"D. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.

SOLD: $2,000.00

Lot # 35

WATERBURY SAMBO BLINKING EYE CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

WATERBURY "SAMBO" BLINKING EYE CLOCK. This cast iron clock has a good original 2.75"dial and good hands. The eyes are correct and the movement is original. The clock case appears to have all original paint and is in very good condition for a clock of this age. There are number of chips and minor paint loss. 7"W x 16"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.

SOLD: $3,000.00

Lot # 36

WATERBURY TOPSEY BLINKING EYE CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

WATERBURY "TOPSEY" BLINKING EYE CLOCK. This cast iron clock has a good original 2.75"dial and good hands. The eyes and movement are original. The clock case appears to have original paint and is in very good condition. There are number of chips and minor paint loss. 8.5"W x 17"H x 6.5"D. Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.

SOLD: $3,000.00

Lot # 37

FRENCH EMPIRE GILT BRONZE SILK THREAD MANTLE CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

FRENCH EMPIRE GILT BRONZE SILK THREAD MANTLE CLOCK. The very fine and detailed gilt bronze case features a robed classical maiden standing next to an elaborate empire throne chair with standing winged griffins. In her right hand she holds a counterbalance scale, on which a cherub and a moth sit. Very precise and fine detail in her features. In the chair rests a long flowing robe consealing a French silk thread time and bell-strike movement with an enameled 3"dial. The base is molded with assorted filigree and seashell design all over 4 knurled conical feet. The gilt is in very good condition showing some green and losses in a few spots, also shows some moderate modifications to the counterbalance structure. Pendulum is missing. 13"W x 17"H x 5.5"D. Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.

SOLD: $2,250.00

Lot # 38

ANSONIA JUNO BALL SWING FIGURAL MANTLE CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

ANSONIA JUNO BALL SWING FIGURAL MANTLE CLOCK. The tall figure of Juno is shown wearing a robe and standing on a platform. Her left hand holds the bar from which the pendulum swings. The pendulum sits on an X suspension and the time only movement rests inside of the upper sphere of the pendulum which is 3.5" in diameter, it is signed Ansonia Clock Co. 6"W x 28"H x 8"D. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.

SOLD: $1,700.00

Lot # 39

ELMER O. STENNES CROSS BANDED BANJO CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

ELMER O. STENNES CROSS BANDED BANJO CLOCK. 8 day time only weight driven brass movement. Good clean 6.75"dial and hands with a typical brass pendulum bob. The cross banded wood case has minor imperfections especially by the button for opening the lower door. The case is other wise in nice condition. The clock has a reverse painted throat glass and lower door glass. Both of these are in good condition. 10"W x 33"H x 3.5"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.

SOLD: $6,500.00

Lot # 40

ANSONIA ANTIQUE WALL REGULATOR Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

ANSONIA "ANTIQUE HANGING" CLOCK. This clock is in nice original condition with all decorative trimmings intact, good original weights, pendulum bob and inset decorative panel. The clock has good hands and a very nice 9.5" dial. The mahogany case has a good soft original finish. This is a very nice example of this model clock. 16.5"W x 46"H x 9"D. Estimated Value $7,500 - 8,500.

SOLD: $2,750.00

Lot # 41

FRENCH INDUSTRIAL BRONZE LIBERTY BELL TIMEPIECE Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

FRENCH INDUSTRIAL BRONZE LIBERTY BELL TIMEPIECE. The silvered nickel bell is inscribed "Vae. Mihi. Si. Non. Evangelisavero" (Woe to me if I preach not the gospel). It hangs on the oak bracket, suspending from the two bronze support arms on either side, mounted to the chamfered red marble platform base. Time only hairspring movement, which has a silvered 2"dial. In very good, clean condition. 9.5"W x 12"H x 7"D. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000.

SOLD: $11,000.00

Lot # 42

GILBERT REGULATOR #16 STANDING JEWELERS REGULATOR CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

GILBERT REGULATOR #16 STANDING JEWELERS REGULATOR CLOCK. Elaborate carved oak case with glass side panels in original finish with Egyptian head in the upper crest. Ornate crest finials are missing, but the rest of the case is wonderful. 12" porcelain dial with sweep second hand. Weight driven 8 day brass movement with dead beat escapement and retaining power. Mercury 3 jar compensating pendulum. 33"W x 100"H x 12"D. Estimated Value $10,000 - 15,000.

SOLD: $13,000.00

Lot # 43

FRENCH FIGURAL BRONZE & MARBLE ANNULAR CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

FRENCH FIGURAL BRONZE & MARBLE ANNULAR CLOCK. Features two figural nude women embracing a tall torchier, reaching up to light it with small torches in their right hands. The top of the torchier shows a flame finial over the porcelain annular dial with black roman numerals. Below, the main post is decorated with triangular ionic capitals, rose and filigree strands and rams heads near the base. The white marble base is mounted with gilt bronze filigree and a single door front and back over a gilt platform. The movement has a great quality silvered lever platform escapement showing nice brisk motion, it is marked on the front 74, and on the back 174 with a signature resembling overlapping letters A C inside of and oval, also has a lever in the back to "pause" the movement. In very good clean condition. 11"W x 31"H x 8.5"D. Estimated Value $14,000 - 16,000.

SOLD: $400.00

Lot # 44

SMALL FRENCH BRASS NOVELTY CLOCK UNDER DOME Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

SMALL FRENCH BRASS NOVELTY CLOCK UNDER DOME. The relief molded frame has a religious figure at the top over reticulated scrolled filigree and a shield at the base. The spring driven time only movement shows a small exposed pendulum suspended above the enameled 1"dial. On an ebonized wood base under a dome. In very good clean condition. The dome is not cracked, though it does not sit flush on the base. 4.75"W x 7"H x 3"D. Estimated Value $400 - 600.

SOLD: $4,250.00

Lot # 45

TIFFANY & CO. GRANDE SONNERIE BRACKET CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

TIFFANY & CO. "GRANDE SONNERIE" BRACKET CLOCK. Exceptional carved mahogany case in a near perfect original finish. Finely detailed floral and drapery carvings with reeded finials and medallions. The 4.5"dial has an engraved center signed "Tiffany & Co, and the silvered chapter ring has bold black applied raised arabic numbers with pierced gold gilt decorative spandrels. The 3 train Grande Sonnerie movement plays 8 bells and 4 coiled gongs with a single coiled anvil for the hour. 10.5"W x 19"H x 7.5"D. Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.

SOLD: $2,000.00

Lot # 46

RUEBEN TOWER MASSACHUSETTS SHELF CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

"RUEBEN TOWER" MASSACHUSETTS SHELF CLOCK. Massachusetts weight driven shelf clock signed "RUEBEN TOWER, HINGHAM". The clock hands are primitive and do not match. The 9.5" x 6.75" dial has an old surface with many paint repairs and imperfections. The dial is attached to the seat board with two screws and a cross piece of wood on the case. The cross piece of wood where the third screw hole attaches is missing. The clock has a very primitive time only banjo style brass clock movement. The movement is early and the brass has many imperfections. The movement construction is also a bit primitive with short wheel teeth and rough cut pinions and arbors. The pendulum bob is smaller and lighter than a banjo clock bob. The pendulum bob upper suspension block has been repaired. The movement crutch is also thinner, flatter and much more primitive than most crutches on movements of this type. One of the seat board hooks has been replaced. The brass pulley is early and the correct style and size for the clock movement. It is a bit smaller than a banjo clock pulley. The mahogany case has inlay in the bonnet and base. The base has missing glue blocks and a replaced back brace. The clock has a number of other minor amateurish repairs and other imperfections. The mahogany case has an old refinish. 13.5"W x 29.25"H x 6"D. Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.

SOLD: $2,000.00

Lot # 47

E. HOWARD & CO. CUSTOM MADE FANCY GALLERY CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

E. HOWARD & CO. CUSTOM MADE FANCY GALLERY CLOCK. Made to be built into the upper gallery of a church or public building. This clock is similar to the E. Howard Model 140. It has a mahogany case with 10.5" marble dial and an 8 day time only pendulum regulated brass movement marked #28. A good pendulum stick bob and weight. The clock appears in nice original untouched condition. The lower drop in front of the clock would drop into the wall and not show but have access by a panel on the back of the case. The clock movement is compounded twice using three pulleys. This clock is in as found condition and still has much dust, dirt and paint on the case. 48"W x 33"H x 5.5"D. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.

SOLD: $700.00

Lot # 48

FRENCH INDUSTRIAL UNDER DOME Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

MINIATURE FRENCH SKELETON CLOCK. Miniature Skeleton Clock under period glass dome. This signed spring driven brass time only clock movement is 7 inches high by 3 inches wide. The movement is engraved on the front of the movement plates. The 2.25"enamel dial has bold black Roman hour numerals and is also signed "HATTON PARIS". The dial has hairlines at the 13 minute mark. The clock has an alarm indicator setting device inside the enamel dial. The movement has a typical anchor escapement with solid brass pendulum bob and moon hands. It sits on a wood base concealing an alarm mechanism. The silk thread suspension is missing but the clock has its fast slow adjustment wheel on the front of the clock. 6"W x 10"H x 4.25"D. Estimated Value $500 - 700.

SOLD: $9,500.00

Lot # 49

WATERBURY #60 PINWHEEL JEWELERS REGULATOR Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

WATERBURY #60 PINWHEEL JEWELERS REGULATOR CLOCK. 8 day brass weight driven movement with a dead beat escapement. 12" porcelain dial with sweep second hand. It does have retaining power. Compensating 2 jar cut glass mercury pendulum. The case is quarter sawn oak in a nice original finish. 27"W x 78"H x 11"D. Estimated Value $8,000 - 10,000.

SOLD: $850.00

Lot # 50

MINIATURE FRENCH SKELETON CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

MINIATURE FRENCH SKELETON CLOCK. French Miniature Skeleton Clock under period glass dome. The spring driven time and alarm brass movement is 7 1/2 inches high by 3 inches wide with moon hands. The 2.5" time enamel dial has slight imperfections and a chip at the 28 minute mark. A sub alarm enamel dial and setting device with a day of the month enamel calendar dial has minor imperfections. The movement has a Brocot escapement with steel pallets and a solid brass pendulum bob with a steel rod. It sits on a period wood base. The silk thread suspension is missing but the clock has its fast slow adjustment wheel on the front of the clock. 7.5"W x 11"H x 5.25"D. Estimated Value $600 - 800.

SOLD: $1,250.00

Lot # 51

WALTHAM NO. 34 WEIGHT DRIVEN REGULATOR.

WALTHAM #34 WEIGHT DRIVEN REGULATOR. This clock has a signed 8 day time only weight driven brass movement with maintaining power. The 11.25"dial has been refinished and appears to be a replacement. The wood support under the dial has many additional holes on it. The oak case is in good condition and has been redone. Typical cast iron weight with correct moon style hands. 16"W x 35"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.

SOLD: $350.00

Lot # 52

EUREKA CLOCK CO. CRYSTAL REGULATOR.

EUREKA CLOCK CO. BALLOON REGULATOR. Case is in decent condition with a shell inlay on the front and satinwood inlaid trim. The base of the clock has some cracking. The back of the case has a large door. Good brass bezel with round glass crystal. 4.25" enamel dial is signed "Eureka Clock Co. Ltd, London" with bold black Roman hour numerals and black minute markers with black spade hands. There are a number of hairlines in the chapter ring. Fast /slow regulator on the front. Patented massive balance wheel with beautiful balance timing screws and cap jewels. The hairspring is good and the large battery is present in the base. The clock is "No. 4869, Patent 14614, 1906". It is quite evident that this movement has been married into this case. 8.25"W x 14.5"H x 6.25"D. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.

SOLD: $2,500.00

Lot # 53

NEW HAMPSHIRE MIRROR CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

NEW HAMPSHIRE STYLE MIRROR CLOCK. This clock has a case that is typical of a Joseph Ives style but the clock has a very unusual skeletonized brass movement which has half moon cutouts at the base. The construction of the movement is quite typical of a New Hampshire maker but the case style lends itself to be from further south. The clock has period style hands, a badly flaking 7"dial, unusual green reverse painted upper glass and a lower mirror in the door. It has a broken arch top which is not original. The case front is gilded and has chipping, imperfections and loss of gilt in many places. The clock has a typical pendulum rod, brass bob and cast iron type clock weight. 14"W x 40"H x 5.5"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.

SOLD: $3,500.00

Lot # 54

SETH THOMAS #10 CALENDAR CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

SETH THOMAS #10 PARLOR CALENDAR. This clock has a carved walnut case and has good original 8.5"dials that have minor imperfections, nicks and flaking. There are no extra holes under the dial on the wood support frame. The hands are correct. 8 day time and strike Lyre model 8 1/2 signed movement. with a complete lower calendar mechanism. The two weights found with the clock are not original. The clock has a key and brass pendulum bob. 22.5"W x 36.5"H x 6.25"D. Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.

SOLD: $2,250.00

Lot # 55

E. HOWARD & CO. #70 WEIGHT DRIVEN WALL CLOCK.

E. HOWARD & CO. #70 WEIGHT DRIVEN WALL CLOCK. The clock has spade hands, a proper cast iron weight marked "70" and a nicely damaskeened brass pendulum bob. The oak case has a blonde look and has been refinished. The 11"dial is in very good condition and also appears to have been refinished. This is a clean nice looking example. 15.5"W x 31"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.

SOLD: $1,500.00

Lot # 56

E. HOWARD & CO. SQUARE BOTTOM #5 BANJO CLOCK

E. HOWARD & CO. SQUARE BOTTOM #5 BANJO CLOCK. Dial signed "E. HOWARD & CO. BOSTON" The bottom of the clock is a bit different with the square base. This clock has an early 6.25"dial with many imperfections but is still quite readable. There are a few tiny small holes under the dial on the wood case. The clock has typical moon hands and brass pulley, a black tapered banjo style weight with a "V" on the front. Good early glasses with minor imperfections. Plain brass bob. The wood weight guard is painted black. The movement is signed E. Howard & Co. The back of the case does not have any extra movement holes. The rosewood grained case is clean and in overall good condition. 10.25"W x 29"H x 4.25"D. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.

SOLD: $8,500.00

Lot # 57

TIMBY SOLAR MANTLE CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

TIMBY SOLAR MANTLE CLOCK. This style of clock was made by Theodore R. Timby of Baldwinsville New York. The 6" diameter globe was made by Gilman Joslin, a Boston map maker and is in exceptionally good condition. The clock has a walnut case and has a good original finish. 8-day time only brass movement with a balance wheel escapement. The upper disc dial with hours and minutes, with a lower 4"seconds disc dial. 14"W x 27"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $8,000 - 10,000.

SOLD: $11,000.00

Lot # 58

MASSIVE ITHACA WALNUT HOTEL LOBBY CALENDAR CLOCK

MASSIVE ITHACA WALNUT HOTEL LOBBY CALENDAR CLOCK. A terrific find for the serious Ithaca Clock Collector. This clock has a massive Victorian custom 2 part case with decorative side panels with mirrors. Typical 8 day time and strike movement with an Ithaca calendar movement in the base. The mantle and case have minor scratches and nicks. The etched glass pendulum is not shown in any photographs, it hangs in front of the calendar dial. Overall the clock case is in good condition. Both 7" time and calendar dials are original and in good condition. The calendar drums also appear to be original. The clock has a wonderful glass pendulum with the letters ICC Etched in the bob. 49"W x 56.5"H x 9.5"D. Estimated Value $10,000 - 15,000.

SOLD: $7,000.00

Lot # 59

E. HOWARD & CO. #10, FIGURE 8 WALL CLOCK.

E. HOWARD & CO. #10, FIGURE 8 WALL CLOCK. The original 7.25"dial has many small paint imperfections and is signed in a fancy script. The dial wood support plate has 2 extra unexplained holes. The dial looks good and all the dial holes match up except for two extra in non dial screw places. The clock has nice moon hands. The weight is correct and is marked "10". The bob is brass and has a simple damaskeening design. The wood pendulum stick is painted black. The case is marked in a number of places XVIII. The case has had prior repairs and the repair person put old labels and has signed the case. We see at least two repairs from 1908 and 1928. The keystone is marked with number 8. The movement is marked number 5 and is signed E. Howard & Co. The wood back board has a number of holes in the case from what appears to have been attempts to attach the case to the wall. The throat glass and lower door glass are old and have minor imperfections. The case has a nice old dark finish. 11"W x 34"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $5,000 - 7,500.

SOLD: $6,000.00

Lot # 60

FRENCH AUTOMATON GOTHIC GILT BRONZE MANTLE CLOCK

FRENCH AUTOMATON GOTHIC GILT BRONZE MANTLE CLOCK. Large gilt bronze case with fine detail of a tall gothic cathedral on a rocky ledge. The staggered stairs lead to a walkway with a long banister and a second set of stairs leading to arched double doors. 4 independent standing figures are shown on pedestals and shelves around the structure. The very fine bronze case shows lifelike detail in the stone building towers, arches and the scrolled moldings. The balcony has 3 tall steeples and a watch tower to the left, in the center of the balcony there are 2 animated figures striking a bell on the hour, 2 hammers strike a single bell. Matching numbers (802)on the movement and pendulum. The pendulum hangs on a suspension spring while the animation is driven thru a silk thread mechanism. 2.5"porcelain dial with black roman numerals. Estimated Value $6,000 - 8,000.

SOLD: $1,750.00

Lot # 61

FRENCH FIGURAL MARBLE & BRONZE CLOCK - SAMUEL MARTI

FRENCH FIGURAL MARBLE & BRONZE CLOCK - SAMUEL MARTI. Shows a nice gilt bronze, winged putti playing a drum. The right hand holds a mallet and the left hand balances the large drum on his hip. Sits on an oval white marble platform with bronze mounts and turned feet. The time and bell strike movement is signed Samuel Marti, Paris 1900. The 3.75" porcelain dial shows a small chip at 12 o'clock and on the left-hand keyhole. 12"W x 12.5"H x 5.5"D. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.

SOLD: $1,700.00

Lot # 62

FRENCH BRASS LIGHTHOUSE TIME ONLY MANTLE CLOCK

FRENCH BRASS LIGHTHOUSE TIME ONLY MANTLE CLOCK. Time only hair-spring movement mounted at the top of the tower behind a 3" porcelain dial with polished brass bezel. The brass body has a black finish with incised brickwork replicating the structure of the tower 2 windows in the midsection and a door with 2 windows at the base. This clock is not automated, it is in good clean condition. 6.5"W x 18.5"H. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.

SOLD: $900.00

Lot # 63

ANSONIA QUEEN ANNE OAK WALL CLOCK.

ANSONIA "QUEEN ANNE" OAK WALL CLOCK. 8 day time and strike spring driven wall clock. The case is clean and appears in fantastic original condition. The 7"dial is original and in good condition. The dial has good color with minor nicks and scratches associated with a clock of this age. The hands are a very fancy Maltese style. All of the case trimmings appear to be intact. The wood stick is good and the bob has a nice patina on it. 16.5"W x 39.5"H x 7"D. Estimated Value $700 - 900.

SOLD: $4,000.00

Lot # 64

FRENCH ANIMATED SILK THREAD ROCKING SHIP CLOCK

FRENCH ANIMATED SILK THREAD ROCKING SHIP CLOCK. The crest of the clock has an animated hand painted and carved wood ship with large sails It rocks back and forth in the background of the bronze rocky shore with a gilded lighthouse in the rear. The base shows a brown patina with a gilt bronze seashell bezel. The time and bell strike 8 day brass movement is silk thread and is marked P.D, 2127, 4"silvered dial with black roman numerals. 12.5"W x 20"H x 6"D. Estimated Value $4,500 - 6,500.

SOLD: $7,500.00

Lot # 65

E. HOWARD & CO. MODEL #72, WALL REGULATOR.

E. HOWARD & CO. MODEL #72, WALL REGULATOR. Weight driven time only wall regulator with a Graham dead beat escapement. The 11" refinished dial has a seconds bit and is very well done. There are no extra dial holes but there are some unexplained small holes on the wood dial support plate. The hands are typical open diamond. The mahogany case has a beautiful original finish. The case has minor nicks and scratches associated with a clock of this age. The typical weight and wood pendulum rod are gilt and the bob is brass. The keystone is marked "12". This clock is in very nice overall condition. 18"W x 63"H x 8"D. Estimated Value $6,000 - 8,000.

SOLD: $1,400.00

Lot # 66

ATKINS MASSIVE DOUBLE FUSSEE GALLERY CLOCK.

ATKINS MASSIVE DOUBLE FUSSEE GALLERY CLOCK. The case is fancy rosewood veneer with ripple moulding. The clock has good moon hands and a good metal painted 16.5"dial. It has an interesting double fusee time only 30 day movement. The movement appears to have had new cable installed recently. The bezel hinge is a bit loose due to the fact the bezel is quite heavy. 27"W. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.

SOLD: $500.00

Lot # 67

ANSONIA CRYSTAL PALACE NO1 EXTRA WITH CHERUB PENDULUM B

ANSONIA CRYSTAL PALACE #1 EXTRA WITH CHERUB PENDULUM BOB. Has the typical statues and a wonderful side swinging cherub pendulum bob. The clock also has a paper dial decorated with angels and cherubs. The bottom of the 4.75"dial is signed "HG Davies Patent Applied For." The clock has a brass 8 day time and strike movement. The glass dome has a crack. 14"W x 18.5"H x 7"D. Estimated Value $800 - 1,200.

SOLD: $1,800.00

Lot # 68

DANIEL PRATT JR. WAGON SPRING DOUBLE STEEPLE MANTLE C

DANIEL PRATT JR. WAGON SPRING "DOUBLE STEEPLE" MANTLE CLOCK. A signed "BIRGE & FULLER", 8 day time and strike brass movement with a wagon spring. The clock is in overall very nice condition. The 5"dial is in nice original condition with minor paint loss. The hour hand is replaced. The upper door glass is etched and in nice condition. The lower reverse painted door glass is just fantastic. The upper right hand spire has slight damage to the tip. The case is clean with minor imperfections, nicks and chips associated with a clock of this age. This is a very nice example of a wagon spring. 13.5"W x 27.5"H x 4"D. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,500.

SOLD: $1,100.00

Lot # 69

E. HOWARD & CO. #20 MARBLE FRONT WALL CLOCK.

E. HOWARD & CO. #20 MARBLE FRONT WALL CLOCK. This clock has an 8 day time only brass movement which is signed. A white painted wood case with a white Italian marble front. Has good period Howard hands. The 20"marble dial has minor imperfections, scratches and discoloration. The clock movement is signed #10. is in good condition and still has its Geneva Stop. The clock movement is compounded and all the pulleys are present. The weight is not numbered. 22"W x 22"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.

SOLD: $32,500.00

Lot # 70

UNITED STATES CLOCK CO. ASTRONOMICAL FLOOR CLOCK

UNITED STATES CLOCK CO. ASTRONOMICAL FLOOR CLOCK. Regulator "D" style carved walnut case with a bonnet top and a figural maiden head in the crest. This is a massive floor clock, standing over 9 feet tall. This model clock is so rare that it is the first one we've seen in over 30 years of selling clocks. Limited documentation shows that "little is known of this firm which produced a line of high grade regulators around 1870 and sold them through the depot of "Terhune & Edwards" located at 18 Cortlandt St. in New York City. The case has an old refinish and is in excellent condition. The 14"silvered dial is dirty and has some staining. It would benefit from a professional cleaning. Original weight and compensating brass pendulum, the glass jar is a replacement. Jeweled pallets with maintaining power. A large trapezoidal brass 8 day time only movement with deadbeat escapement that beats seconds. 36"W x 110"H x 14"D. Estimated Value $30,000 - 50,000.

SOLD: $1,250.00

Lot # 71

FRENCH EMPIRE 3 PIECE MARBLE CLOCK SET

FRENCH EMPIRE 3 PIECE MARBLE CLOCK SET. The 4 column clock features pure white marble columns and platforms with applied gilt bronze mounts, feet and Doric style capitols. The engraved 3.5"dial has roman numerals, there is some wear to the painted numerals. 8 day time and bell strike movement signed "Made in Paris, # 16939" Ornate pendulum bob with a lyre stick. 8.25"W x 16"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.

SOLD: $3,000.00

Lot # 72

ELLIOT OF LONDON 3 WEIGHT GRANDFATHER CLOCK

"ELLIOT OF LONDON" 3 WEIGHT GRANDFATHER CLOCK. This clock has a mahogany case, keyed upper and lower doors with one key and a broken arch bonnet with fluted columns. The bonnet has a centered brass finial. The clock has a massive brass 8 day time, strike and chime movement striking the chime on anvils and the hours on a separate anvil. The dial is signed "Elliot London" and "Hull, Stickney & Twichell". The silvered dial chapter ring has been cleaned and has silver loss. The dial has a moon phase and good period hands. A steel flat pendulum stick with a large brass bob and three original brass weights. 21.5"W x 97.5"H x 14"D. Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.

SOLD: $15,000.00

Lot # 73

FRENCH MYSTERY SWINGING BALLOON TIMEPIECE

FRENCH MYSTERY SWINGING BALLOON TIMEPIECE. The basket below, with anchor, carries the balloonist. The whole assembly oscillates on a brass and white onyx stand. The balloon has applied white enamel numbers, 8 day time only movement, Circa 1900.Reference can be found in the Derek Roberts - Mystery, Novelty and Fantasy Clocks - 1999, Pg 258. 22"H. Estimated Value $15,000 - 25,000.

SOLD: $600.00

Lot # 74

BREWSTER & INGRAHAMS GOTHIC TWIN STEEPLE.

BREWSTER & INGRAHAMS GOTHIC TWIN STEEPLE. "ORIENTAL STYLE" mantle clock by Brewster and Ingraham. This rosewood veneered case is clean and has been polished. The back of the gothic top has slight damage. The four steeples appear in good condition. The case door has a very nice etched glass with heart design. The clock has a good old 5" dial with minor flaking and imperfections. Under the dial there are many unexplained holes on the wood dial support frame. The clock movement has extreme bushing wear with an exterior bushing added to the outside of the escape wheel on the front plate. Many of the train wheel bushings have been pricked punched. The hour hand is a replacement. The minute hand is functional. The pendulum bob is typical but replaced. The inside of the case has an ancient label. The clock does have power going to the escapement. Please note: This clock has been in a collection for many years and would benefit from cleaning, repaired bushings and fresh oil if going to be run on a daily basis. 12"W x 20"H x 4"D. Estimated Value $700 - 900.

SOLD: $1,000.00

Lot # 75

HOWARD & DAVIS #5 WEIGHT DRIVEN BANJO CLOCK.

HOWARD & DAVIS #5 WEIGHT DRIVEN BANJO CLOCK. This clock has an early 6.25"dial signed Howard & Davis Boston. The dial has many imperfections but is still quite readable. There are no extra holes under the dial on the case. Has a typical black tapered banjo style weight and typical moon hands with brass pulley. The clock has good early glasses with plenty of imperfections in them. The case still has good rosewood graining. The bottom of the clock is a bit different with the square base. The bob is a plain brass bob. The metal weight guard is painted dark red. 10"W x 29"H x 4"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.

SOLD: $2,500.00

Lot # 76

SANDOR FIGURAL GILT BRONZE TIMEPIECE & BAROMETER

"SANDOR" FIGURAL GILT BRONZE TIMEPIECE & BAROMETER. The gilt bronze figure features a weight lifter,"SANDOR" holding a barbell over his head with his right hand, fine detail in his muscle structure, hair, fingers and toes. The barbell features a barometer on the right and a timepiece on the left, the 2"dial is marked "Elkington & Co. Liverpool. Stands on a rouge marble round platform base. In very good clean condition. 7.5"W x 12.5"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000.

SOLD: $800.00

Lot # 77

E. N. WELCH ECLISPE WALL REGULATOR.

E. N. WELCH "ECLISPE" CALENDAR WALL REGULATOR. This clock has good hands but the 7.25"dial has scratches, marks and staining. The walnut case has a good original finish. Proper pendulum stick and bob. The back of the case has a worn label. 15"W x 38.5"H x 5.5"D. Estimated Value $700 - 900.

SOLD: $4,500.00

Lot # 78

FRENCH CLOISONNE HOUR REPEATER CARRIAGE CLOCK

FRENCH CLOISONNE HOUR REPEATER CARRIAGE CLOCK. 8 day time, strike and alarm brass cloisonne carriage clock with a good quality french movement. A colorful cloisonne case with beveled glass on all panels. A fancy enamel dial with Roman hour numerals and a small alarm subdial with Arabic hour numerals. Original lever platform is running with good motion. The movement is dull and dirty but all the bushings appear to have been freshly oiled. 4"W x 8"H x 3.5"D. Estimated Value $3,500 - 5,000.

SOLD: $13,000.00

Lot # 79

E.N. WELCH, PINWHEEL JEWELERS REGULATOR CLOCK

E.N. WELCH, PINWHEEL JEWELERS REGULATOR CLOCK. Massive 8' carved walnut victorian case with elaborate detail and burled trim. Top quality French, 8 day brass movement inside an iron frame with pinwheel escapement. Exceptional high quality massive "lyre" compensating pendulum with beat adjustment. Porcelain 12"dial with proper hands and brass weight. 32.5"W x 99"H x 14"D. Estimated Value $12,000 - 15,000.

SOLD: $4,250.00

Lot # 80

BACCARRAT CUT CRYSTAL 4 COLUMN GOTHIC MANTLE CLOCK

BACCARRAT CUT CRYSTAL 4 COLUMN GOTHIC MANTLE CLOCK. Cut crystal columns, roof and platform are mounted with bronze gilded spires and decorative capitals with 4 winged griffin feet. The 3.5"dial is gilt bronze with porcelain roman numeral inserts. 8 day brass time & strike movement. Strike on the hour & half hour. Cut glass pendulum bob with slight roughness to one lower point. In very good clean and original condition. 9"W x 23"H x 6.5"D. Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.

SOLD: $12,000.00

Lot # 81

WATERBURY #69 STANDING JEWELERS REGULATOR

WATERBURY #69 PINWHEEL JEWELERS REGULATOR. This clock has a large brass time only weight driven dead beat movement with maintaining power and large compensating "Lyre" pendulum. The mahogany case is in good original finish and has applied trimmings and fluted columns. Double crested top with original spiral turned finials. 12" porcelain dial with fancy pierced hands and a delicate sweep second hand, a brass weight and Waterbury plaque. 26"W x 95"H x 12"D. Estimated Value $8,000 - 12,000.

SOLD: $1,750.00

Lot # 82

ANSONIA NIOBE. OAK HANGING CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

ANSONIA "NIOBE". OAK HANGING CLOCK. This clock has a heavy 9.75"metal dial, good set of weights and proper repousse pendulum. The dial, hands and case are in very good condition. The case has been refinished and has exceptional quarter sawn graining. All brass trimmings are present. 16"W x 43.5"H x 7.5"D. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.

SOLD: $2,100.00

Lot # 83

ELMER O. STENNES LYRE BANJO CLOCK.

ELMER O. STENNES LYRE BANJO CLOCK. The clock has a good clean 6.75" dial and hands with a typical brass 8 day weight driven movement with original weight. The case has minor imperfections but is overall in very good condition. The lower bracket has a few small nicks. The clock has a reverse painted glass set behind the wood lyre throat. 11"W x 39"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $2,000 - 3,000.

SOLD: $1,500.00

Lot # 84

FRENCH FIGURAL SILK THREAD MANTLE CLOCK VANDERBILT

FRENCH FIGURAL SILK THREAD MANTLE CLOCK. Historically significant piece, the label applied to the back documents this clock to have belonged to Mrs. W. Vanderbilt, New York. It was presented in the salon room of her Westchester residence. It's inventory number was F.F.CL.2. The gilt bronze mountings feature a winged Cupid with an arrow to the left, an urn and pedestal mounted with a moth to the right, centered above the movement is an urn with a single rose.The body of the case is faux marble on toleware with white and gray striations. Time and strike silk thread suspension movement. 2"porcelain dial with black roman numerals. 9.5"W x 11.5"H x 3.5"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.

SOLD: $3,750.00

Lot # 85

FRENCH FIGURAL EGYPTIAN REVIVAL MANTLE CLOCK

FRENCH FIGURAL EGYPTIAN REVIVAL MANTLE CLOCK. Art deco pyramidal shaped multi colored marble case features a large bronze bust mounted on top with two Egyptian pharaohs standing on either side of the face. The bronze figures show a clean, dark and consistent patina with no wear or scratches. 2 color marble 4.5" dial with incised an gilded roman numerals. Time and strike movement with a coiled anvil is signed A.H. Le Roulle F. Paris and numbered 271. 17"W x 27"H x 7.5"D. Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.

SOLD: $2,500.00

Lot # 86

SETH THOMAS OFFICE #1 CALENDAR CLOCK

SETH THOMAS OFFICE #1 CALENDAR CLOCK. Time only movement with a 12" time dial and a 14" lower calendar dial which have discolored and are darkened from sunlight.Original good condition but have a few imperfections and paint loss. The hands are functional but the minute hand is a replacement and the nut holding the hands on is also a replacement. The thread on the post is not crisp. The refinished case is in good clean condition. Original label on the inside front door is in fair condition. Proper cast iron weight and a good pendulum bob.John add case condition. I have no pictures of the outside of the case. Seth Thomas "Office Calendar #1 $4,500.00 to $6,500.00 Seth Thomas "Office Calendar #1" large weight driven calendar wall clock. This clock has good original dial with minor imperfections and good original moon hands. The clock has a period weight and pendulum. The clock has a good calendar mechanism. The time dial is 12 inches and the calendar dial is 14 inches. The clock is approximately 40 inches. The clock has a decent label. 20"W x 41"H x 7"D. Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.

SOLD: $4,000.00

Lot # 87

ITHACA #5 1/2BELGRADE HANGING CALENDAR CLOCK

ITHACA #5 1/2"BELGRADE" HANGING CALENDAR CLOCK. Ithaca Model No. 5 1/2 "BELGRADE". This is a hanging 8 day time and strike calendar clock. The clock has a brass 8 day time and strike movement with strike on hour and half hour. This clock has good original hands and pendulum. The case is approximately 37 inches long and has 8 inch white original dials. The upper dial has a number of small imperfections but is in overall nice readable condition. The lower dial is in very good condition. The clock case has a nice original finish. The clock has a good decorative wood pendulum stick and bob. 12"W x 36"H x 6"D. Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.

SOLD: $13,000.00

Lot # 88

JAPPY FRERES CHAMPLEVE TRIPLE SECTION CRYSTAL REGULATOR

JAPPY FRERES CHAMPLEVE TRIPLE SECTION CRYSTAL REGULATOR. Shows a clean brass case with floral champleve and relief molded columns. The center section has the time & strike movement behind beveled glass, with a 3.5" porcelain dial and enameled bezel with mercury pendulum. The central dome top is mounted with a large urn finial. On each side of the movement is a pair of barreled dials, one holding a barometer and the other a thermometer both below spherical domes with chempleve finials matching 12 others fixed at each of the corners. Below, on each of the platforms is mounted a figural sphinx. Stands on 12 enameled feet. In very good clean and original condition. 18.5"W x 18.5"H x 9"D. Estimated Value $4,000 - 6,000.

SOLD: $750.00

Lot # 89

PRESTON OCTOGON COLUMNS MANTLE CLOCK

PRESTON EMPIRE OCTAGON HALF COLUMN SHELF CLOCK. This clock has carved capitals at the top of the octagon half columns and underneath the empire crown molding. A nice old mirror above the door. Weight driven 30 hour wood works time, strike and alarm 3 weight movement with a 6" dial. The clock has a new reverse painted glass in the lower part of the door. This is a single 3 panel door. The center mirror appears replaced. The door has a bone escutcheon. The case is in overall very good clean condition. 20"W x 28.5"H x 7"D. Estimated Value $800 - 1,200.

SOLD: $13,000.00

Lot # 90

TIFFANY & CO, MAKERS CUSTOM GRANDFATHER CLOCK

TIFFANY & CO, MAKERS CUSTOM GRANDFATHER CLOCK. Massive time, strike & chime brass clock movement with the chimes striking on 4 anvils and the hour strike on one anvil. The diamond studded presentation dial is inscribed "Manufactured for Mary T. Johnson 1888" and "TIFFANY & CO. MAKERS". The dial has a silver chapter ring with bold black roman numerals, it has a silver seconds bit with black Arabic seconds numerals at 15, 30, 45 and 60 and an arch with a moon phase dial. The dial has four raised corner spandrels and bold large spade hour and minute hands. The 8 day brass movement is also signed "Tiffany & Co, Makers" and chimes on 5 coiled springs. The original finish mahogany case has magnificent figural cherubs at the top of the broken arch. The bonnet has fluted and rope twisted columns, carved flowers, dentil moldings and carved capitals. The arched beveled glass door in the center reveals a 2 jar mercury glass pendulum bob with original brass weights. The base has carved claw feet, an ornate center panel with carved columns. There are a few losses to the intricate carvings. 29.5"W x 101"H x 16"D. Estimated Value $15,000 - 25,000.

SOLD: $850.00

Lot # 91

PILLAR & SCROLL SAMUEL TERRY Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

SAMUEL TERRY PILLAR & SCROLL MANTLE CLOCK. The clock has a good original 10"painted wood dial that is in wonderful condition with proper moon style hands. 30 hour wood works movement with proper weights. The clock has an old reverse painted lower door glass with imperfections. The case finials are brass and appear to be replaced. The case is in decent overall condition but there is one small piece of molding missing at the top right corner. The case has been cleaned and polished. 16.5"W x 30.5"H x 4.5"D. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.

SOLD: $1,900.00

Lot # 92

SETH THOMAS 18 OAK LOBBY CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

SETH THOMAS 18" OAK LOBBY CLOCK. This is a 30 day time only clock with good original 18"dial, hands, movement and case. This case is in good condition but has some minor nicks, scratches and a small amount of veneer missing on the lower part of the door. Typical brass time only movement with heavy bob and wood stick. The case has a dark soft finish. 25"W x 38.5"H x 8"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.

SOLD: $900.00

Lot # 93

F. KROEBER MARIPOSA CALENDAR CLOCK

F. KROEBER "MARIPOSA" CALENDAR CLOCK. This clock has the patented mantle clock calendar in the center of the dial. This 4.75"porcelain dial has hairlines and damage. The Kroeber patented indicator pendulum bob showing the number of minutes to be regulated. This clock has an 8 day time and strike movement with enamel dial chapter ring and bezel. The door has a good etched glass. The case is in good condition with minor nicks and scratches. 16"W x 22.5"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $600 - 800.

SOLD: $3,500.00

Lot # 94

ELMER O. STENNES LYRE BANJO CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

ELMER O. STENNES LYRE BANJO CLOCK. 8 day time only brass movement. This clock is in amazing pristine condition. For its age it only has a few tiny nicks or scratches. The clock has a good clean 6.75"dial and hands. A typical brass weight driven movement with original lead weight. The clock has a reverse painted glass set behind the wood lyre throat. The finial is in very good condition. 11.5"W x 42"H x 4.5"D. Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.

SOLD: $4,250.00

Lot # 95

FRENCH INDUSTRIAL ANIMATED LIGHTHOUSE CLOCK

FRENCH INDUSTRIAL ANIMATED LIGHTHOUSE CLOCK. The top of the light tower shows a silvered finish with a timepiece on the front, thermometers left and right and a barometer on the back. Driven from a separate movement in the base of the tower, the top section oscillates clockwise showing the 4 sides. The time only hairspring movement has a silvered dial matching that of the barometer on the reverse and they both show a gilt bezel with beveled glass, the 2.25"dial is numbered 2926. The gilt body has a nice finish with incised brickwork replicating the structure of the tower. There are windows in the body and a door at the base which opens revealing the wind for the oscillating mechanism. 6.5"W x 18"H. Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.

SOLD: $3,000.00

Lot # 96

FRENCH FIGURAL SWINGING ARM CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

FRENCH FIGURAL SWINGING ARM CLOCK. The male figure in a partial robe, one hand holds a wine goblet and the other holds the french time & strike swinging pendulum movement by Victor Debree, #151 encased in the upper sphere. On the base is a large urn and scattered grape clusters. The pendulum hangs on an "X" suspension spring from a post in the figures hand. This spring is a replacement. 9.5"W x 33.5"H x 9"D. Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,500.

SOLD: $1,800.00

Lot # 97

JEROME & DARROW W/ FAN SLAT MANTLE CLOCK Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

JEROME & DARROW CARVED COLUMN & SPLAT MANTLE CLOCK. Weight driven wood works 30 hour time and strike movement. Nice original 10.25"dial and hands. The lower door glass has been replaced. The case has beautiful carved front feet, rope carved columns and a fan carved splat with pineapple finials. The door has minor regluing of some small pieces of veneer on the front and a slight blemish on the lower left with an ivory escutcheon. Original paper label reads "Jerome & Darrow". Missing its pulley dust covers. The case is in overall very nice condition. The clock has typical 30 hour weights. 16.5"W x 29.5"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,000.

SOLD: $1,850.00

Lot # 98

WATERBURY "ATLANTA" WALL CLOCK. Fontaine Antique Clock Auction Gallery

WATERBURY "ATLANTA" WALL CLOCK. 8 day time and strike oak cased wall clock has a nice original silvered 11"dial with original hands. The case has minor trimmings and applied decorations missing but is original finish. It has two proper side lights, a wood stick with brass bob. Brass weight driven movement with ladder chain and has proper rope style turned weights. The center of the clock dial is signed Waterbury Clock Co. 24'W x 54'H x 8'D. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.

SOLD: $9,000.00

Lot # 99

E. HOWARD & CO. FIGURE 8, #8 WEIGHT DRIVEN WALL CLOCK.

E. HOWARD & CO. FIGURE 8, #8 WEIGHT DRIVEN WALL CLOCK. The 11.25"dial appears original to the case and is signed, it has many small paint imperfections and touch ups. There are no extra wood dial support frame holes. The clock has nice blued moon hands. The weight is typical style but is not original. The case is marked #22. The case has had at least 3 prior repairs and the repair person has written on the inside of the case. The keystone is marked with number 8. The movement is marked number 8. The movement is signed E. Howard & Co. The weight has one time fallen through the bottom of the case and has been repaired. The case finish is very nice. 14.5"W x 44"H x 5"D. Estimated Value $7,000 - 10,000.

SOLD: $1,750.00

Lot # 100

FANCY FRENCH TIME & STRIKE CARRIAGE CLOCK. Fontaine’s Antiques Clocks Auction Gallery

FANCY FRENCH TIME & STRIKE CARRIAGE CLOCK. French 8 day time and strike carriage clock with on demand repeat button on top. Silvered lever escapement platform is in nice condition. The clock has a brass mask and a 2" brass dial with bold black Arabic hour numerals with fancy blued hands. The case is in good condition with some minor tarnish. High quality French brass movement which strikes on a coiled anvil. This is a heavy well made carriage clock. With the bail in the upright position the clock is 8 inches high. 4"W x 8"H x 3.5"D. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500.

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