Description
Jul 2021 - #190
Antique American Clocks
F. Kroeber Clock Co. "Gothic", ca. 1875.
A 15.5-inch walnut case with a clean finish and a simple
form; the glass is original, with the original putty, the dial is paper with wear, and may also be original.
The "mousehole"
door has a metal figurehead of a cat-like animal.
The 30-hour movement is signed "F Kroeber New York" and is running and striking.
The wire gong base is also signed Kroeber; there is a label inside about adjusting the pendulum but no Kroeber label inside or out.
Record courtesy of AntiqueAmericanClocks.com