Clocks- 3 (Three) Desk and Novelty: (1) American Clock Co., Chicago, mantel clock, 8 day time only, spring driven movement in an inlaid mahogany case with white enamel dial showing Arabic numerals, c1930; (2) J. Oswald, Germany, "Sheik" rotating eye
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(1) Finish on mahogany case has alligatored a little. Scratches on the back side of case and a separation on the front. Small scratches to the enamel dial. Movement ticks; (2) Original surface intact with some wear to the high spots and outer edges. The end of one index finger is broken and the hand has been glued. Painted pupil of one eye is chipped. Tray that the figure once held is missing. Oswald logo on the bottom. Movement ticks, but was not tested long term; (3) Case is tarnished. Top glass is loose. Dial, glass, and hands all appear to be original. Movement will need service.
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Clocks- 3 (Three) Desk and Novelty: (1) American Clock Co., Chicago, mantel clock, 8 day time only, spring driven movement in an inlaid mahogany case with white enamel dial showing Arabic numerals, c1930; (2) J. Oswald, Germany, "Sheik" rotating eye novelty clock of a seated figure with large earrings and turban with outstretched arms, c1950; (3) E.N. Welch, Forestville, Conn., "Little Corinne" miniature carriage clock, 30 hour time only movement in a nickel case with white enamel dial, c1889. (1) Finish on mahogany case has alligatored a little. Scratches on the back side of case and a separation on the front. Small scratches to the enamel dial. Movement ticks; (2) Original surface intact with some wear to the high spots and outer edges. The end of one index finger is broken and the hand has been glued. Painted pupil of one eye is chipped. Tray that the figure once held is missing. Oswald logo on the bottom. Movement ticks, but was not tested long term; (3) Case is tarnished. Top glass is loose. Dial, glass, and hands all appear to be original. Movement will need service.
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