Double "O.G." mantle clock with eight-day strap brass
Another great old clock from the personal collection of my old friend. He's as fussy as they come when adding anything to his large inventory of fine early American mantle and wall clocks. This one is a double "OG" style case. The term 'OG' refers to the curve of the case framing the door of the clock. When that curve rolls in AND out, it is known as a "Double OG" case and is therefore more sought-after by knowledgeable collectors. The lower door glass on this clock retains an old 'LOOKING GLASS' or mirror which is in pretty fair condition after so many years of reflecting members of the household as they adjusted their ties and hats (see photograph). The 8-day strap brass movement has been recently cleaned and is running and striking the hours properly. Inside the case is a wonderfully preserved paper label that pictures an old 'Puffer-Belly' engine and train as well as instructions for operating the clock and other information that John Birge and Ambrose Peck felt necessary to include for the information of the buyers of their clocks (see photograph). Notice the bold graining on the Mahogany veneer of the case, and the painted flowers on the corners of the painted zinc dial. Height: 30 in. (76.20 cm) Depth: 5 in. (12.70 cm) Width: 17 in. (43.18 cm) Weight: 10
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