Category Archives: Shelf / Mantel / Desk Clocks

Clocks that sit on a shelf, a mantel or desk for display.

Gilbert Bell Top 8-Day Tiime and Strike Clock – $375

           (Inv. # 80)  A wonder example of the Gilbert Bell Top Clock #2200 from the 1914 era.  It measures 17 3/4 inches high, 16 1/2 inches wide, 5.5 inches deep.  The case is black enamel … Continue reading

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New Haven “Flower Girl” Figural Clock – $325

       (Inv. #195) New Haven Clock Company introduced this model, Flower Girl, in 1906.  This is a beautiful statue figural clock.  Dimensions are 20 1/2″ wide, 7″ deep and 16 1/2″ height.  The clock has been restored including … Continue reading

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French Figural Clock – circa 1890′s – $2,995

              (Inv. RM)  This is a wonderful French clock from the late 1800′s that was produced by a noted clock maker, Samuel Marti along with the bronze figures cast and signed by L & … Continue reading

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Parker Alarm Clock – Sold

         (Inv. #209)   Parker Clock Company began in 1868 as the Parker and Whipple Manufacturing Company in Meriden, Connecticut.   The name changed in 1893 to the Parker Clock Company after their founder and main financial backer, Charles … Continue reading

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Zappler – Austrian – SOLD

            (DN)    This is a very unique clock dating from the 1725 – 1825 period.  The “mother of pearl” dial with brass inlay is very unusual.   The clocks were hand made by students of the art of clock-making … Continue reading

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French Industrial – Locomotive Engine – $7,995

(Inv. #174)   A unique clock with two clock works:  one runs the clock and the other runs the train wheels.  The industrial clocks from France celebrated the “industrial revolution” of the late 1800’s by making objects that were driving the … Continue reading

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American Wooden Works Pillar and Splat Clock – $495

William P. McKay wooden works

(Inv. #46)    The clock is made by William P. McKay of Boston MA with a purchased wood movement from Chauncey Boardman.  The walnut case is in excellent condition with an original dial and painted reverse glass in the front.  The … Continue reading

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Zappler – Austrian – $975

    [Inv. #169]   The Zappler clock is one of the most interesting clocks to collect.   They were made between 1725 and 1850 in Austria and Southern Germany at the clock and watch schools.   One distinguishing feature is the “cow-tail” … Continue reading

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Seth Thomas Mantel – Beulah, White Adamantine — $295

[183]     A rare White Adamantine mantel clock from the 1906 era with a case in excellent condition.     The Seth Thomas Beulah model stands 14.5″ wide at the base and 10.5″ high with  Arabic numerals.    The clock has been serviced and is in good working order and ready for … Continue reading

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Seth Thomas Cottage Clock “D” – $195

[inv. #21]  Seth Thomas Cottage Clock “D” model with a Rosewood case, original dial and glass with a 30 hour movement.   The clock movement is clean and running.   The brass plate has “Seth Thomas, Plymouth CT” stamped on the … Continue reading

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