Bidspirit auction | 19th Century ”Lady with Lyre”

19th Century ”Lady with Lyre” Ansonia Clock Topper - Item/Description: Neoclassical style cast metal sculptural figure, originally manufactured as a mantel clock topper for the Ansonia Clock Company. Sculpture features a seated female figure resting her head on her hand, with a classical lyre harp resting at her side. Cast from spelter metal and finished with a gold-toned paint. The hollow underside is designed with a contoured edge to fit against a clock case. This specific ”Lady with Lyre” model was designed to fit Ansonia's figural mantel clock lines, such as the ”Pompeii” model, which were popular during the company’s peak production era in Brooklyn, New York. Founded in Connecticut in 1851 before relocating its primary manufacturing facilities to New York in 1878, the Ansonia Clock Company grew into one of the largest clock producers globally. The company was recognized for its mass production of ornate Victorian timepieces, frequently combining cast-iron clock bodies with highly detailed zinc-alloy (spelter) sculptural components. Material: Spelter Dimensions: Length: 9”; Width: 3”; Height: 9” Condition: Signs of age and wear include surface scratches, scuffing, minor paint loss. Age: Late 19th Century Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $25 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. 457