Ansonia Arcadian mantel clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
no date seen
This Ansonia Arcadian mantel clock is a vintage timekeeping device characterized by its wooden case and glass-fronted design. The clock features a prominent circular dial with black Roman numerals and delicate hands, set within a brass-toned bezel.
The lower portion of the glass front is intricately decorated with an etched or frosted pattern, incorporating floral motifs and an central emblem situated above a pendulum that is visible through the glass. The clock stands on a rectangular base and includes a winding key. The overall structure follows a classic mantel clock aesthetic, combining functional timekeeping with decorative woodwork. The object measures approximately 10.5 inches in height, 17.5 inches in width, and 4 inches in depth.
It exhibits signs of use, including a loose corner on the casing. The mechanism is intended to be operated with the included key, though the specific internal components are not described in detail.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Physical characteristics
- Material
- wood, glass, metal
- Dimensions
- 10.5" x 17.5" x 4"
Technical characteristics
- Mechanism
- winding key
Design
- Dial
- Roman numerals
- Ornamentation
- etched glass decoration with floral motifs and emblem
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Ansonia
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.