$3,250
American, first quarter 20th century. A large architectural double sided pedestal clock with small black clock faces to either side of the onyx Neoclassical architectural form carved in the round, the form with removable domed top acting as lamp shade to interior single electrical light, the dome set over a four sided building with either side having four Doric columns flanking clock face, the two short sides each with a semi-dome extending from the wall with four Doric columns surrounding, and the entirety raised on graduated squared plinth. Both 8 day clocks with black faces, cream colored Arabic numerals, white skyscraper hands, and 60 count secondary dial below the 12, the faces marked "Keyless Auto Clock Co. Rim Wind, Rim Set, Made in USA". Clock rests on a tall carved onyx and marble pedestal of rectangular form. Patents dated 1912 and 1915 inscribed to verso of clock casings. Otherwise unmarked. Overall approximately 47.625" tall. Clock approximately 16" x 13" x 9". Pedestal approximately 31.625" x 16.875" x 13".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2015-05-03
