Description
Circa 1909, also known as the "Rough Rider" clock. Porcelain dial with painted garland of flowers, faux mercury pendulum. 8-day, strikes cathedral gong on half hours. The Rough Riders were formed in 1896 by Colonel Theodore Roosevelt, using cowboys and college students. 18 x 10 x 8 in. Condition: Chip to corner of one beveled glass panel, otherwise very good. Provenance: The Collection of William (Bill) DeVore, North Carolina.
Record courtesy of Cottone Auctions