C.1895, F. Kroeber Clock Co., New York, NY, "Versailles" , 8-day enameled iron time/strike mantel clock in the French style.
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22 October 2024
Condition: Cast iron case with applied trim is in very nice condition, but with a later coat of yellow paint. There is evidence on the back that shows this example was painted pink, which was a color offered in this model. The applied cast ornaments have some of their original gilding. Original dial has darkened from age. Hands are original. Using large Eclipse movement with restrained pendulum. For reference, see Tran Ly's book on Kroeber Clocks, [2006], page 215, fig 652. 2006 price guide = $475 if original. Ht 15.25" [38.7 cm]
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Versailles
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Kroeber, F
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160.00
Credit
R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
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C.1895, F. Kroeber Clock Co., New York, NY, "Versailles" , 8-day enameled iron time/strike mantel clock in the French style. Condition: Cast iron case with applied trim is in very nice condition, but with a later coat of yellow paint. There is evidence on the back that shows this example was painted pink, which was a color offered in this model. The applied cast ornaments have some of their original gilding. Original dial has darkened from age. Hands are original. Using large Eclipse movement with restrained pendulum. For reference, see Tran Ly's book on Kroeber Clocks, [2006], page 215, fig 652. 2006 price guide = $475 if original. Ht 15.25" [38.7 cm]
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