Bidspirit auction | Ansonia Antique Standing Tall Case

Ansonia Antique Standing Tall Case Clock - Maker: Ansonia Clock Company Model: Antique Standing Origin: New York, New York Date: Circa 1901 Period/Style: American Renaissance Revival, Historicist taste Materials: Oak, mixed secondary woods, brass movement, silvered and gilt metal dial, cast brass mounts, brass-clad weights, chains, brass-clad pendulum rod, and embossed pendulum bob Form: Open-well, weight-driven floor clock Description: An elaborate Ansonia Clock Company Antique Standing model oak floor clock, New York, circa 1901. The architectural Renaissance Revival case has fluted pilasters, molded panels, turned finials, and extensive classical and foliate brass ornament. A 10-inch silvered chapter ring with Roman numerals surrounds an embossed metal center. The open well displays two rope-turned weights, chains, a figural back plaque, and an embossed pendulum bob decorated with putti and a lion. The eight-day, two-weight movement strikes the hour and half hour on a coiled gong. Although the movement is unsigned, the case and component arrangement closely correspond with documented examples of this Ansonia model. Dimensions: 86 in. H, 22 in. W, 12 in. D. Shipping note: While Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing and shipping services, we do have a list of recommended third-party shippers to assist you in shipping to and from our facility. Please note that property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within this time frame is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item as outlined in our terms and conditions. Please review our website, stevensauction.com, for a list of recommended shippers and other information. Please contact us at info@stevensauction.com if you require further assistance. Condition: Retains an old polished surface with scattered scratches, abrasions, finish wear, darkening, and color variation. Case elements exhibit age-related shrinkage, minor separations, small chips, and edge wear. The dial, mounts, weights, chains, and pendulum have oxidation, tarnish, rubbing, and surface discoloration. The movement and strike have not been independently tested, and mechanical service may be required. Dimensions: 86 x 22 x 12 in