Description
There is only a fragment of the label which one can see MA (of Thomas), however, the movement is a Seth Thomas. The finish is original and the mahogany veneer and the carvings are superb. The door glasses are original and some of the reverse painted tablet including the gilt border is original, but has considerable restoration and rebacking. The handsome dial is colorful and original with some horizontal flaking. Note bell has been replaced with an early and heavy gong. Height 293/4"
Record courtesy of R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts