Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Ansonia Walnut "Medin" Wall Clock, Ansonia Clock Co., carved and pressed floral decorated crest above the arch-top full-length glazed door with fluted columns and engaged side ornaments, 8-in. porcelain Roman numeral dial with brass bezel and sunk center with seconds bit, skeletonized nickel-plated and brass eight-day time and strike weight-powered movement, with beat scale reading Ansonia Clock Co., original paper label on back, ht. 51 in.
Estimate $500-700
original surface, chips to porcelain around winding holes. Two brass finials shown in additional photos.
NOTE: This is a two weight, time-only clock, it does not strike.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Jonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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