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American “Patent Timepiece” Banjo Clock
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American “Patent Timepiece” Banjo Clock, Circa 1825, 7 1/2″ painted zinc dial refitted from old parts from another clock, 8-day, brass weight driven movement, early 19th century mahogany “patent timepiece” made by a Willard family contemporary, 1/2 round molding with glazed panels, even with its hurts it still is a beautiful & well made timepiece that compares favorably to Massachusetts’ South shore timepieces, as outlined in chapter ten of Paul Foley’s 2002 book “Willard’s Patent Time Pieces” (available at www.roxburyvillagepublishing.com), case with minor wear and loss on 2 corners, reverse painted tablets are Victorian replacements, movement complete and running. Height 33″.
“A. Willard” Patent Time Piece Banjo Clock Weight
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Marked “A. Willard” Patent Time Piece Banjo Clock Weight, Circa 1825. Extremely rare & in very good condition. If you have an original Willard patent timepiece with a replaced weight you need this!
Briggs Patent Rotary Welch Clock
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American E.N. Welch, Forestville, Conn. Briggs Patent Rotary Timepiece, Circa 1900, 2 1/4″ printed paper dial, faded, 30-hour, exposed brass movement, Briggs patent rotary conical pendulum novelty clock, interesting large cast iron spider key attached to winding arbor, clock is mesmerizing to look at as nickel plated ball spins rapidly in front of dial, very good condition, some flaking to original black enamel paint on wood base, original glass dome. Height 7 1/2″ including dome.
New Haven “No. 4” Bracket Clock w/ Willcock Patent
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An untouched original example. Retains original signed dial, full paper, correct original “Willcock Patent” chiming mechanism.. Measures 12 in. x 20 in.
French Rancoulet French Timepiece Clock
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French Rancoulet French Timepiece Clock, Circa 1895, 4″ Ball” ball dial, 8-day, brass spring driven movement, patinated spelter sculpture of maiden with lute, base reads “Harmonie, par Rancoulet, Sculptr”, signed, ball in black lacquer & brass, movement marked S.E.F.L.A., excellent condition. Height 23″.
Simon Willard Jr., Boston, MA Banjo
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Simon Willard Jr., Boston, MA Banjo. Banded mahogany case. Original painted metal dial. Period reverse painted glasses. “Patent” throat glass. 8 day time only weight driven movement. Ht. 34″.
Waltham Miniature Presentation Banjo Clock
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American Waltham Clock Company Miniature Presentation Banjo Timepiece, Circa 1915, 4″ painted dial, 8-day, brass spring driven movement, gilt presentation banjo with reverse painted patriotic scene depicting Lake Erie, Perry’s Victory, Sept. 10, 1813, good original condition, lacking clear glass in upper bezel. Height 21″.