#20 • Seth Thomas Patent Eight Day Weight-Driven Clock

Part of Clocks, Instruments and Antiques Auction (timed auction by Linkous Auction Group)

High bid $50.00

Status: Sold

Seth Thomas patent eight day clock, with the original printed label inside the case reading "Patent Eight Day Clocks, Made and Sold at Plymouth, Connecticut, by Seth Thomas," circa 1828-1835. The mahogany veneered case features a carved crest with a scrolling shell and foliate motif above split columns, and the lower door displays a reverse-painted glass tablet depicting a landscape scene with a grand columned building, trees, and a pastel sky, all within a stenciled gilt border. The clock is weight driven, retaining its pair of matching brass weights along with its original crank key and a separate pendulum-adjustment key, and the painted metal dial shows gilt scrollwork corners and a floral wreath at center. The paper label, dial, and reverse-painted tablet all show minor age toning, foxing, and wear consistent with the period, and the case retains its original claw wooden feet. Key and weights are included as well as original Patent paper backing that has been covered in plastic for protection. The key turns properly and the movement chimes at the hour as it should. Dimensions: 17 1/2"W X 37"H