E. N. Welch Mfg. Co. double dial calendar clock, "Arditi", ca 1885.
The complete paper label on the back of the case says in part, "D. J. Gale's Patent / Manufactured By / E. N. Welch Mfg. Co.". The calendar is perpetual and like the Italian No. 3 above, is attached to the back of the lower door, and not inside on the backboard as most calendar movements are. There is one large door over both dials, and a door in the lower section that opens to the calendar movement, pendulum, inside label, etc. This black walnut case has been thoroughly cleaned of all the smoke and pollutants, now polished and like new. It stands 27" high, is complete, all original wood parts, one repair, the top one inch broken and glued back. The calendar movement is signed by Gale, and there is a complete label of operation inside the case, also signed by Gale. The large glass is "old glass" but the putty around it is recent. All five hands are correct, both dials are original and show some wear and finger rubs. 8 day movement, signed, running, striking hours on a coil gong, and there is a correct old brass bob. Ly-Welch, page 62. Booked for $1700 several years ago but we never reach that limit.
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