Antique Ansonia Gold Gilt Art Nouveau Rococo Style Mantle Clock Case (G)

£85.50 Buy It Now, Click to see shipping cost, eBay Money Back Guarantee
Seller: collectingathome ✉️ (4,831) 99.8%, Location: Boonville, Indiana, US, Ships to: US & many other countries, Item: 325936771453 Antique Ansonia Gold Gilt Art Nouveau Rococo Style Mantle Clock Case (G).

Ansonia Gold Gilt Cast Metal Cherub Mantle Clock Case Small piece on top has broken odd (See Picture #3) Sold AS Is NO RETURNS  The elaborate case in Gilded metal cast with Wings and Acanthus scrolling. Ornate Gold Finish Cast Metal Case with Victorian Style Design. 14" Tall x 8" Wide at Base x 5" Deep at Base Condition Original Finish with wear as pictured. Small piece on top has broken odd (See Picture #3) Some small chips on the original finish. On the side there is a flower that has a crack (See Picture #5).  Please examine the pictures to see the condition of item and what is included in the sale Sold AS Is NO RETURNS Please view all of the pictures before purchasing.   What you see in the photos is exactly what you will receive. Connecticut was home to multiple clockmaking companies in the 19th century, such as Ingraham, the William L. Gilbert Clock Company, Seth Thomas, Waterbury Clock Company, and, of course, Ansonia. The Ansonia Clock Company’s roots lie in the Ansonia Brass Company, founded by Anson Greene Phelps in 1844. Phelps supplied brass to Connecticut clock manufacturers until 1851, when he joined forces with two powerful clockmakers, Theodore Terry and Franklin C. Andrews, to create a clockmaking company of his own. Terry and Andrews, who had a successful clockmaking business in Bristol, sold half of their business to Phelps in exchange for cheaper brass materials. Thus, the Ansonia Clock Company subsidiary was born. Many Ansonia clocks are eight-day movements, meaning that they only need to be rewound every eight days. However, in 1875, the company developed a 30-hour, spring-driven illuminated alarm clock with a walnut veneer case. The alarm triggered a match to ignite a wick, which illuminated the clock. Ansonia’s extensive line of clocks included mantel clocks with elaborately painted china cases, beehive shelf clocks, miniature ogee shelf clocks with alarms, shelf clocks with glass domes surrounding the clock’s head, and regulator clocks like the 1886 "General" model, a brass 8-day, weight-driven clock with a cherry case and a dial that counted the seconds. Ansonia was also well-known for its novelty items, such as swinging clocks that featured sculpted figurines. In July 1853, Ansonia showcased its cast-iron clocks, painted and decorated with mother-of-pearl, at the New York World’s Fair. It was one of three Connecticut clockmaking companies to exhibit at the Fair. In the 1870s, the Ansonia Clock Company separated from the Ansonia Brass Company and moved part of its production to New York. Although the company continued to produce clocks in Connecticut, the New York factory, with clockmaker Henry J. Davies at the helm, employed more than twice as many workers—the majority of clocks produced from approximately 1880 on are marked "New York." The Ansonia Clock Company experienced disaster in 1880 when its New York factory caught fire, causing $750,000 in damages. However, the factory was rebuilt at the same location and reopened the following year. In 1883, the Connecticut factory closed, and by the late 1880s, Ansonia had opened sales offices in New York, London, and Chicago. In addition to clocks, Ansonia began producing inexpensive, non-jeweled wristwatches in 1904. Production peaked 1914, when Ansonia was turning out 440 different models of clocks, but by 1920, that number had dropped to less than 140, and by 1927, it was under 50. In 1929, Ansonia was sold to Amtorg Trading Corporation, the Soviet Union’s U.S. trading company, but in 1969, the rights to the Ansonia name and trademarks were acquired by Ansonia Clock Co., Inc. of Lynnwood, Washington. We sell clocks to professionals, hobbyists and collectors who have experience in repairs.. If you are just trying to fix a watch or clock without knowledge of how to do so, we suggest that you seek out professional help. This can lead to be an expensive proposition if you should not have the knowledge to repair or restore your clock. Make sure you join the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors. Its a great way to meet other clockmakers. This clock movement may also work with other German Clocks including Wall Mounts, Grandfather, Shelf, Column, Ogee, Steeple, Gothic, Acorn, Hump Back, Porcelain, Carriage, Cabinet, Gingerbread, Mission, Seth Thomas, Regulator, Banjo, Gallery, Looking Glass, Lyre, Calender, Cuckoo, Bracket, Behive, Cottage, Scroll, Grecian, Gilbert, Atkins, Iron Front, Waterbury, Parlor, Pedimented, Camel Back, Welch, Ansoniamonarch, Chimes, Pendulums, Schatz, Kieningern, Haller & Kundo ******************************************************************************************** How do you identify a clock movement? To determine which movement is manufactured, you can open the internal cavity of the Clock to find the internal movements. The movement will have symbols or numbers to determine its functionality. The movement number on the back plate provides all the information about the clock. Although it may not say the manufacturer on the movement, the numbers will give this information. The movement number usually tells us the way the clock chimes, the location of the chime hammers, if it's weight or spring driven and much more. When the movement number is known, a replacement can be ordered and it will be the same movement as the old one. Usually all the old parts such as the clock weights, pendulum and hands will work with the new movement. This is because the new one will be the exact same thing as the old movement. This is why it is important that the movement number is the first thing that needs to be known. Everything revolves around that number. O Here are some famous databases containing extensive information about  antique clocks as well as their potential value and significance as antique objects. Some of these popular databases include The Index, Collectors Weekly, and Jerome Clock Collector. How do you know if an Antique clock is valuable? To find the value of an antique clock, the best way is to check the face, mechanisms, and cases of the Clock. Clocks that contain an engraved or signed name of their maker can be more appealing than nonmarked clocks. If it’s not possible to obtain the mark, you can also identify your antique Clock using various databases such as archives and catalogs. There are some famous databases containing extensive information about New Haven’s antique clocks as well as their potential value and significance as antique objects. Some of these popular databases include The Index, Collectors Weekly, and Jerome Clock Collector. Antique Vintage, Old, Retro, Distressed, MCM, Mid-century Modern, Collectible, Collecting Collection, relic Rustic Historic Memorabilia Rare Classic Early, Authentic, Aged, Ancient, Last , Historical, Bygone Era, Artifact, , Antiquated, Archaic, Rarity, Primitive Valuable, Uncommon, Unique, Prized, One Of A Kind, Hard To Find, Desirable, Exclusive, Only, Sought After, Museum Piece, Souvenir, Curious, Keepsake, Treasure,

Clocks as we know them today, with dials indicating the hour and minute of the corresponding time, originated in medieval Europe and were predominantly installed in churches and town halls. It wasn’t until the 19th and 20th centuries that clocks evolved at an exceedingly swift rate, resulting in greater accuracy, more refined designs, and more frequent appearances in people’s homes.

 

In both the United States and internationally, astrological, tall-case, year-long runners, and skeleton clocks are in demand. “E. Howard and Seth Thomas are two of the bigger names that collectors are seeking out right now, Buyers of antique and vintage clocks today range from collectors who own hundreds of them, to the retail buyers who’ve been looking for the right grandfather clock to display in their living room.

 

“Collectors pay close attention to rarity and condition, For early American clocks, they look for original glass tablets, original painted dials, and the original finish or actual wood case. With European clocks, specialists tend to be a bit more forgiving in terms of condition because it has more to do with the movements and gears. A replaced gear on a European clock, for example, may be more acceptable than a replaced tablet or dial on an American clock.

 

Important 19th-Century Styles

By the 19th century, recognizable innovations and styles began to emerge across Europe. In France, for example, clocks were fitted with extravagant cases mirroring trends in interior design, and by 1850 carriage clocks decorated with Limoges enamel, porcelain, and gilt metal were becoming exceedingly popular. Meanwhile, Germany specialized in making affordable brass and wooden clocks, most notably cuckoo clocks, which were made in the Black Forest region and exported across Europe. Skeleton clocks were the characteristic choice for British households, churches, and government buildings, as were clocks decorated with Gothic-inspired cases and architectural elements, exemplified most famously by Big Ben.

 

Antique Vienna and English clocks from 1780 to 1920, the most famous and collectible makers produced clocks between 1700 and 1890. “This was the great era of clockmaking, and a time that sparked lots of novelties and inventions in clock movements and cases.

 

Important 20th-Century Styles

Twentieth century clocks typically drew inspiration from earlier styles, although the U.S. made, electrically-powered “Eureka” clock is especially indicative of the years leading up to the First World War. The heyday of clock manufacturing took place in the first half of the century, and by the 1950s clocks became increasingly minimalistic in design, reflecting developments in modern art and architecture. Today, clocks are available at a wide range of prices, styles, and sizes, evidencing the long-lived history of these highly valued, sophisticated timekeeping devices.High-end, valuable clocks tend to be handmade, rare, or limited edition pieces made or decorated with precious materials, such as gold, diamonds, rubies, mother-of-pearl, enamel, porcelain, and high-quality wood. Clocks made by important designers, like Abraham Louis Breguet, or reputable manufacturing companies, like Ansonia, are also highly prized as premium collectible pieces.

 

Antique Wall Clocks

Wall clocks, which were first made during the 16th and 17th centuries, are among the earliest styles of clocks designed for display within the home. They not only tell time but also serve as sculptural works of art adorning the room. One of the most fashionable styles of antique wall clocks is the Ansonia hanging clock, made by Ansonia Clock Company, which originated in Ansonia, Connecticut in 1851 and moved to Brooklyn, New York in 1878. Ansonia clocks are usually made of a combination of brass and high-quality wood and decorated with ornately executed designs, such as mini-friezes, classicizing figures, and floral and geometric designs inspired by ancient Greek architecture.

 

Bidermeier clocks, made in Germany and Austria between 1815 and 1848, are another popular type of antique wall clock. Produced primarily for a burgeoning middle class knowledgable of the value of furniture and interior design, Bidermeier clocks exhibit simple yet elegant features. One of the main identifying characteristics of this refined style is the juxtaposition between the sleek, straight lines of the clock’s torso and the delicate curves of the baroque and gothic motifs decorating the upper and lower portions of the case.

 

Vintage Mantel Clocks

Mantel clocks were first made in France and were typically placed above the fireplace alongside vases or sculptural figurines. Also known as chamber clocks, early mantel clocks oftentimes had handles, enhancing their practical function as portable timekeeping devices that could be easily picked up and moved from mantel to bookshelf to tabletop; however, later versions departed from this design. Vintage mantel clocks, especially those made during the Art Deco period and mid-century, are valued today for their simple yet

elegant geometric designs.

 

Antique Cuckoo Clocks

Cuckoo clocks were first made during the 18th century in the Black Forest region of southwestern Germany, although they also have a long history in Switzerland and Austria. These clocks are of course famous for the automaton cuckoo bird that moves in tandem with musical notes each time the clock strikes the hour. Cuckoo clocks are prized for their lively, interactive quality and handmade, intricately carved designs. Antique versions are typically decorated with forest and hunting scenes and include animal motifs, most notably hounds, deer, rabbits, pheasants, and other woodland creatures.

 

Antique Grandfather Clocks

Grandfather clocks are named after the 1876 song “My Grandfather’s Clock” (“My grandfather’s clock was too large for the shelf, So it stood ninety years on the floor”). Also called long-case, tall-case clocks, and floor clocks, grandfather clocks are freestanding, weight-driven pendulum clocks, often outfitted with elaborate ornamentation, especially on the hood of the case.

 

Invented by the English clockmaker William Clement in 1670, the grandfather clock quickly became popular across Europe and assumed a variety of forms. American grandfather clocks, such as those made in 19th-century New England, are usually eight feet tall and exhibit a wide, sturdy base, whereas French clocks often have slim bodies and flat or slightly rounded hoods. Many antique grandfather clocks include highly detailed metal dials illustrating the passage of the sun and phases of the moon.

List of Clock Manufactures

Samuel Abbott,  Ansonia    Attleboro  Bailey Banks & Biddle; Birge, Gilbert Birge, Mallory

    Birge, Peck Boardman & Dunbar Boardman & Wells Brewster & Ingrahams Bridgeport

    Chauncey Boardman Chauncey Jerome Chelsea Chicago Colonial of Zeeland

    David Wood Dyer, Wadsworth E. Howard E & A Ingrahams Elgin Elias Ingraham;

        Eli Terry  E N Welch F Kroeber Franklin  General Electric  General Time

    H.C. Thompson Harris & Mallow, Heman Clark Herschede Hotchkiss and Benedict

    Howard Miller Jennings Brothers Joyce Bros. & Co. Lawson Luman Watson Masterclock

    Munger and Benedict National Time and Signal New England New Haven

       Parker & Whipple Pomeroy, Ray and Ingraham Reeves Ridgeway Riley Whiting;

    Samuel Whiting; Salem Sangamo Self Winding Clock Company;

    Sempire Seth Thomas Sessions Standard Electric Time Company

      United Waltham Warren Waterbury  Western,  Westclox; William L Gilbert

       Williams, Orton & Preston Wood Art  Weursch Elderhorst Bells

*************************************************************************

 

Antique Vintage, Old, Retro, Distressed, MCM, Mid-century Modern, Collectible, Collecting Collection, relic Rustic Historic Memorabilia Rare Classic Early, Authentic, Aged, Ancient, Last , Historical, Bygone Era, Artifact, , Antiquated, Archaic, Rarity, Primitive Valuable, Uncommon, Unique, Prized, One Of A Kind, Hard To Find, Desirable, Exclusive, Only, Sought After, Museum Piece, Souvenir, Curious, Keepsake, Treasure,  Unique Pieces  Decorative  Design Designed Fabulous Grand Elegant Beautiful Timeless, Classical, Traditional, Inspired, Whimsical, Luxurious, Enticing, Classic, Beautiful, Glorious, Garnished, Superb, Distinctive, Aesthetic, Charming, Fascinating, Sensational, Fabulous, Wonderful, Lovely, Great, Fantastic,  Stunning, Incredible,  Delightful, Sensational, Fabulous, Wonderful, Lovely, Great, Fantastic, Drool-worthy, Stunning, Incredible, Enjoy, Appreciate, Delightful, Fun, Precious, Glowing, Luxurious, Enticing, Classic, Beautiful, Glorious, Garnished, Superb, Distinctive, Aesthetic, Charming, Fascinating, Make You Smile, Striking, Dramatic, Cheerful, Statement Piece, Lovable, Special, Sure To Please, Colorful, Muted, Perfect, Superlative, Understated, Serene, Eye Candy, Attractive, Graceful, Tasteful, Discerning, Refined, Dignified, Cultivated, Distinguished, Decorous, Conversation Piece Curio, Memento, Remember, Heirloom, Specimen, Trophy, Keepsake Industry, Industrial, Steam Punk Steampunk Company Factory, Style, Architecture, Architectural Architect  Machine Warehouse Abandoned, Retro,  Pop Culture, Hardware, Junk Metalwork Embellish,  Restoration, Repurposed, Repurpose, Renovation, Renovate, Restore, Remodel, Refurbish, Versatile, Customized,   Supplies, Salvage, Salvaged, Art,  Artsmith, Rusty, Ornamental , Salvage, Metalwork Iron, Bronze, Brass, Copper Patina Iron, Steel, Scrap, Craftworks  Supplies Junk Hardware Metal Relic, Sculpture Welded,  Machinery, Engine, Mechanical   Antique Vintage, Old, Retro, Distressed, MCM, Mid-century Modern, Collectible, Collecting Collection, relic Rustic Historic Memorabilia Rare Classic Early, Authentic, Aged, Ancient, Last , Historical, Bygone Era, Artifact, , Antiquated, Archaic, Rarity, Primitive Valuable, Uncommon, Unique, Prized, One Of A Kind, Hard To Find, Desirable, Exclusive, Only, Sought After, Museum Piece, Souvenir, Curious, Keepsake, Treasure,

This is a nice metal Seth Thomas clock with an art nouveau look to it. It seems to be working fine, but the movement may need a cleaning. Overall it's a great little antique alarm clock. It measures 9" tall x 7" x 3". Thanks for looking!
  • Condition: For parts or not working
  • Condition: Original Finish with wear as pictured. Small piece on top has broken odd (See Picture #3). Some small chips on the original finish. On the side there is a flower that has a crack (See Picture #5). Please examine the pictures to see the condition of item and what is included in the sale. Sold AS Is NO RETURNS
  • Origin: France
  • Antique: antique, vintage, old, Vtg, Antq
  • Clockmaking: Clockmaking, Clockmakers, tools, Clockmaker's
  • Cherub: Cherub Gold Gilt Mantle Clock
  • Shape: Round
  • Movement may include: Anchor Saddle, Escape Gear, Keeper, Crutch. Suspension, Spring
  • Movement Parts: Pendulum, Hammer Rod, Winding Arbor, Count Wheel
  • Power Source: Mechanical Wind-Up
  • Wheels: Driving, Warning, Cam, Rear, Sprocket, Gear, Cog
  • Year Manufactured: 1880
  • North Wind: North Wind Griffin Cherub Mask Novelty Mantle Clock
  • Vintage: Yes
  • Parts for Movement: Lever, Fly, Pallet, Jewel, Main Wheel, Mainspring
  • Display Type: Analog
  • Item Height: 14"
  • Frame Material: Gilt
  • Style: Art Nouveau
  • Features: Art Nouveau
  • Unit Quantity: 1
  • Room: helf, Mantel, Wall, Calendar, Banjo,, Grandfather, Column, Ogee,
  • Engraved: Yes
  • Item Width: 8" Wide
  • Type 1: Victorian Style Italian Rococo Mantel Clock
  • Movement: Mechanical
  • Character: Clocking
  • Antique V: Antique Vintage, Old, Retro, Distressed, MCM,
  • Color: Gold
  • Material: Brass, Bronze
  • Brand: France
  • Working: Restoration, Restore, Repair, Parts, Repurpose Supplies Salvage
  • Type: Mantel Shelf Clock
  • Clocksmith: Watchmaker's, Collectors, Dealers Selection
  • Era: Victorian (1837-1900)
  • Cock Parts- may include the following: Pallet, Time, Rack, Hook, Pin, Buffer Spring, Pinion, Click,
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Time Period Manufactured: Antique (Pre-1930)
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Style1: French, France, Paris

PicClick Insights - Antique Ansonia Gold Gilt Art Nouveau Rococo Style Mantle Clock Case (G) PicClick Exclusive

  •  Popularity - 10 watchers, 0.1 new watchers per day, 100 days for sale on eBay. Super high amount watching. 0 sold, 1 available.
  •  Best Price -
  •  Seller - 4,831+ items sold. 0.2% negative feedback. Great seller with very good positive feedback and over 50 ratings.

People Also Loved PicClick Exclusive