Waterbury Clock Co. Willard No. 3 Banjo Clock

Willard #3 Mahogany & Giltwood Banjo by Waterbury

Description

Willard #3 Mahogany & Giltwood Banjo by Waterbury

Original signed & painted metal dial, original surface. Original reverse painted tablets with patriotic scenes. 8 daytime only weight driven brass movement.

Ht. 43″

Waterbury Clock Co. Willard No. 3 “Banjo” Clock

Description

Waterbury Clock Company (Connecticut, 1857-1932), early 20th century. A Willard No. 3 “Banjo” clock, with an 8-in. porcelain Roman Numeral dial, with a mahogany case with applied beaded, fluted carving, a brass eagle finial and pierced mounts, throat and lower glass panels eglomise and reverse-painted with Federal American ship scenes, with an eight-day, time-only movement powered by a lead weight and regulated by a pendulum. Lower glass panel marked “Hull”. Approximate height 41.25″, width 10.2″, depth 4.1″.

Condition

Overall very good condition. Weight driven clock – time only and in good working condition. Everything appears to be original. Minor oxidation to the gilt metal; not distracting. Very minor loss to lower reverse painting glass panel.Prior to bidding, please consult the additional photos provided and ask all pertinent questions (i.e. condition, size, etc.). Packing and shipping is the responsibility of the buyer, please see our website for a list of shipping companies. For a condition report, please email Condition@AandOauctions.com. For additional photos, please email Photos@AandOauctions.com.