Description
Jul 2020 - 208
Antique American Clocks
New Haven Clock Co. "Elbe" shelf clock, ca. 1883.
This clock is featured on page 315 of Ly's book
on New Haven clocks.
A parlor-quality clock with a multicolor glass and a patented adjustable pendulum ball.
The 24-inch
walnut case has an old dark finish with some wear; the four urn finials are correct.
The painted metal dial is a replacement.
The signed 8-day time-and-strike movement is running and striking brightly on a nickel bell; the alarm is not hooked up.
label on the back.
Record courtesy of AntiqueAmericanClocks.com