Ansonia Clock Co. figural clock, the "Lydia", ca 1894.

Ansonia Clock Co. figural clock, the "Lydia", ca 1894. This is a large clock standing 19.5 inches high and very heavy. The case is covered with cast ornaments top to bottom. Cupids peering into the fountain, bows on their backs. There is a rams head top center above the dial, identical head on the back side. Below the dial is a large eagle with banners in his mouth that stretch up each side to the large goddess figures. Sea serpents are resting on the 4 large feet. Many other figures too numerous to mention. Gilt metal dial ring with raised numerals, open escapement, correct hands, silver dial ring and sash with a beveled glass. The movement is 8 day, striking a gong, running. Correct pendulum and metal back door. Case is finished in Barbedienne, which is one of the gold shades. This is a very ornate clock that we rarely see for sale. There weren't a great many made and what were made are being held by Ansonia collectors. Ly-Ansonia #1585.