And hence we have come full circle with the second edition of ansonia clocks found here. From the cover depicting the crystal regulator regal against a background photograph of the ansonia clock company factory, this new edition of ansonia. I did a search here on nawcc and found one specific question on the seth thomas book offered by tran duy ly. From the cover depicting the crystal regulator regal against a background photograph of the ansonia clock company factory, this new edition of ansonia clocks and watches 1998 is a spectacular book.
Long praised by american clock collectors, trans eight volume series documents approximately 90% of the mechanical clocks manufactured in america during the 19th and 20th century. This concise history is beautifully illustrated and heavily referenced. Tran duy lys books on clocks and watches nawcc message. Uses original manufacturers catalogs to illustrate clocks from ansonia. It was painted with a forest scene displaying two bucks standing in a. A guide to identification and price ly, tran duy on. It has been on the mantel for many years alongside the ansonia cabinet no. Amazing, wonderfully illustrated research books on early american clocks from one of the most knowledgeable writers on the subject, tran duy ly. Retains original spotted glass in door, and proper hands, weights, pendulum and beat scale. Ansonia clocks by tran duy ly ansonia clocks by tran duy ly.
They are considered excellent reference volumes and in a way, much better than recent color photos of extant examples which may not be perfectly original. Its from circa 1904, found on page 351 of tran duy ly s ansonia clocks and watches reference book. Tran duy lys books on clocks and watches nawcc message board. Since their inception in 1850, the ansonia clock co. This clock is not pictured in tran duy lys latest seth thomas books either in the adamantine or. Ansonia clocks a guide to identification and prices tran duy ly. The final section illustrates watches made by ansonia from 1894 1920. His books are far superior to any other clock book of their type. A guide to identification and prices, volume 1 by tran duy ly and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Tran duy ly has a series of clock books for identification and pricing. Ansonia porcelain clock royal bonn case collectors weekly. Jul 25, 2011 this clock with a nice oak case came in for minor adjustments. For details on this model, see tran duy ly s book titled ansonia clocks and watches, 1998 pages 18081.
Whether youre a novice or advanced collector, you cannot do without his guides. American clocks volume 3with price update by tran duy ly. Gilbert clocks is produced to the high standards of the arlington book company and contains 448 pages of information, photographs and illustrations. Get the best deal by comparing prices from over 100,000 booksellers. Tran duy lys gilbert clocks is the 2nd of his renown connecticut clock manufacturer series. Original finish was overcoated with a light coat of shellac.
Gilbert clocks with 2000 supplement by tran duy ly. Tran duy lys book ansonia clocks and watches illustrates a whole series of these cabinet clocks. I am asking overall what do you think of his books that he has to offfer. According to tran duy ly s book the dome makes the price difference. Now that im retired i decided to check it out but i cant find it anywhere. Makers include ansonia, attleboro, gilbert, ingersoll, ingraham, lux, new haven, parker, sessions, seth thomas. The carvings and buttons resemble those of other welch clocks of the era.
Founded in 1997, has become a leading book price comparison site. This book is one of my all time favorites and is a. This book is one of my all time favorites and is a excellent overview of all aspects of clock and watch history and construction. A guide to identification and price by tran duy ly author.
The contents are clear and intact, and is in near excellent condition with minimal signs of handling. New, unopened welch clocks by tran duy ly w 20 price. The etched glass is a little unusual for a welch product but possible. The minute hand is 2 332 inches long center to tip. For additional details and photographs, see tran duy ly s book titled ansonia clocks and watches, 1998 pages 17879. By the way i have no stock or vested interest in this book company, just wondering is all. Gilbert clocks with 2000 supplement by tran duy ly ebay.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. New, unopened welch clocks by tran duy ly w price booklet we are the publishers. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The basic case on this clock is identical to the general below, but without the extra case trim. Many are line drawings or sketches from the old catalogs. Uses original manufacturers catalogs to illustrate clocks from ansonia to welch. Tran duy ly has greatly developed and advanced the principles of organization and pricing first set forth by the pioneers of clock reference books. Our broad estimate leaves plenty of room for competition. Discussion in horological books started by mike306pansoniaman, feb 24, 2011. Includes the history, construction, care and accuracy of clocks and watches.
Finished in black with gilt ornaments, french or rococo sash, beveled glass, porcelain dial, arabic or roman. Tran duy lys ansonia clocks is the 1st of his renown connecticut clock manufacturer series. The information is very useful from the standpoint of the collector and the repairman. Any clock collectors research material must include volumes 1 and 2 of tran duy ly s. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. We ship inhouse for all items with the exception of very large and or very fragile pieces and some international shipments. Tran duy ly books list of books by author tran duy ly. Tran duy ly has 21 books on goodreads with 167 ratings. Ansonia colonel antique clock antique clocks price guide. I suspect you may find a welch movement inside your clock. The creamy porcelain case is decorated with beautifully painted flowers and light blue and gold highlights. The back of the movement has stamped ansonia clock co.
Soon after being asked to write this introduction to the second edition of ansonia clocks my memory served up a comment by dr. For details on this model, see tran duy ly s book titled ansonia clocks and watches 1998, page 180. He states that it is an enameled iron eightday, halfhour gong strike mantel clock. For details on this model, see tran duy ly\s book titled ansonia clocks and watches 1998, page 180. I found it on page 296 of tran duy ly s ansonia clocks and watches 2nd edition. Tran duy lys welch clocks is the 8th of his renown connecticut clock manufacturer series. It is from circa 1914 and can be found on page 627 of the tran duy ly ansonia clocks and watches reference book. The ansonia clock co produced fine and beautiful clocks from its inception in may 1850. This decorative style is also highly sought after by most royal bonn collectors and i would suppose that the scene is set along isere river bank. Need help indentifying antique mantle clock the ebay.
The antique clocks price guide database contains actual sales information about this piece and more than 20,000 other antique clocks. Novelty clocks produced by gilbert, of interest to many collectors, are well represented in a 23 page section. Discover clocks, your complete guide to collecting, repairing, finding, or learning about antique clocks. This wall model is not pictured in any of the welch books by tran duy ly but the shelf model, lakme, is pictured in lys first welch book, page 187. An auction site tells me that an ansonia russian iron enamel mantle shelf clock won first prize at the paris worlds fair. I have tran s books, ansonia, waterbury, gilbert, i think ingraham, american clocks and a few others. These types of mantle clocks add charm and character to any home because of the delicate colors and decorations. Ansonia general antique clock antique clocks price guide. Tran duy ly s clock books are illustrated with cuts from old catalogs. The case is 15 12 inches tall and 11 34 inches wide.
Looks like you have an ansonia amoret in white onyx. Steve petrucelli of the adams brown company to the effect that tran duy ly has singlehandedly revolutionized the clock book business. My slideshow ansonia crystal palace 8 day clock with dome hear it run. Just to be sure, ly list this model as measuring 11 34 in height, by 12 38 in width with a 5 dial. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. To link to the entire object, paste this link in email, im or document to embed the entire object, paste this html in website to link to this page, paste this link in email, im or document. Ansonia antique hanging antique clocks price guide. Discussion in horological books started by mike306p. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging. A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. The following series of books by tran duy ly are the standards in the field. Tran duy ly s books thoroughly chronicle old mantle clocks. They do not get any nicer than this one, for it is a pristine example.
Tran duy ly s ansonia book shows it as a model called russia and shows an 1883 photo. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Books by tran duy ly all formats paperback hardcover sort by. Tran duy ly, being the experienced and wellrespected clock collector and editorpublisher that he is, has kept the best aspects of his previous works while managing to push the horological book industry forward with additional features in his latest. Roy ehrhardt with his two clock identification and priceguide books, and andrew and dalia millers survey of american calendar clocks. An ansonia hanging antique model oak case wall clock jul. Tran duy ly has written books for collectors of ingraham, sessions, waterbury, new haven, etc. I would highly recommend the tran duy ly series of books on antique clocks. Gilbert clocks by tran duy ly this offer is for a hardcover book of 448 pages, and was published in 1998. As you can see, this lovely example is mainly tan and earth tones. The label inside the back door identifies the model as seneca.