DuMouchelles
Live Auction

Fine Porcelain, Decorative Art, Fine Furniture & Rugs

Sat, Mar 11, 2017 11:00AM EST - Sun, Mar 12, 2017 12:00PM EDT
Lot 1076

NEW HAVEN MOUNT VERNON REVERSE PAINTED CLOCK

Estimate: $200 - $400

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000
NEW HAVEN "MOUNT VERNON" REVERSE PAINTED MINIATURE BANJO CLOCK, EARLY 20TH C., H 15 3/4":A gold painted case with an eagle finial to the top, over a 3 5/8" painted Arabic hour dial that is signed "The New Haven Clock Co., USA" and "12 Day". The case having pierced brass side attachments encasing two reverse painted glass panels depicting George Washington and Mt. Vernon respectively.

Condition

Please note, DuMouchelles does not guarantee working order or original parts for clocks. The clock makes a ticking sound when moved. Please note, it is not known if this clock is in working order. The dial with multiple hairline cracks emanating from center. With some wear and loss to gold paint throughout. The Mount Vernon panel has been reinforced.