Description
This case is an earlier version of the more common picture frame clock you find with the pendulum exposed; there is a good bit of wood worm damage, but no activity seen at this time; note 2 finials are missing tips. The pendulum is inside a hinged box that extents below the frame and is visible through an aperture. The reverse painted dial is in very nice condition and the hands are original. The ebonized case retains it original decoration, although much of it is worn off, but you can still see the design which would make it easy to restore. There is a hairline in the door glass that has not propagated beyond a couple of inches. The reliable movement is a typical brass wheel wood plate design striking on a gong. Height 37.5 inches
Record courtesy of R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts