C.1880, Welch, Spring and Co., "Gerster, V.P.", 8-day time/strike mantel clock. Enclosed is a letter with the history of the owners of this clock. This clock was given to a Dr. Garben in 1940 from Mrs. Frank Gustavino Gulden, Jr., who were the same family that originated Gulden's Mustard. — Antique Clocks Price Guide

Name: C.1880, Welch, Spring and Co., "Gerster, V.P.", 8-day time/strike mantel clock. Enclosed is a letter with the history of the owners of this clock. This clock was given to a Dr. Garben in 1940 from Mrs. Frank Gustavino Gulden, Jr., who were the same family that originated Gulden's Mustard.
Brand: Welch, Spring and Co
Price: 1600 USD
Availability: Discontinued

Model: Gerster VP

Shelf or Mantel Welch, Spring and Co United States auction

Price Record

Sale date April, 2008

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Maker Welch, Spring and Co
Model Gerster VP
Type Shelf or Mantel
Country United States
Price type auction
Date April, 2008
Source R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts

Description

Condition: Rosewood case in very nice condition in original finish. Original dial has been repainted by the Dial House, and a repair to the top left finial. The dial grommet on the left side has been replaced. Hands, gilt tablet and pendulum are original. Dark label on the back. Overall a nice example of this model. For reference, see Tran Ly's Welch book dated 1992, page 149. Ht. 18.5"

Record courtesy of R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts