Antique style bracket clock with Kieninger mvt striking on 8 nested bells
Antique style bracket clock with Kieninger mvt striking on 8 nested bells
SOLD $915.00 Sold: Apr 25, 2024 on eBayOriginal Listing Description
This clock, known as the "Boston Parlour Clock," was originally assembled in 1984 from a case kit and movement sold by Mason and Sullivan. The case is made of solid walnut and measures 20 1/2 inches high, 17 1/2 inches wide, and 8 3/4 inches deep. All the glass panels, both on the sides and the front, are beveled. The dial is white, adorned with beautifully painted flowers in each corner. The moon phase dial features a scene with a windmill and a full moon.The clock features a distinctive movement by Kienenger, the long discontinued three-train, triple-chime mechanism that plays melodies on eight nested bells. Such movements are highly coveted. It includes a chime selector at the three o'clock position to switch between tunes or to silence the chimes completely. The movement now has the ability to play a CHORD or 3 notes, rather than the original single note (much better!)I have just removed the mainsprings, cleaned and oiled them. The pivots of the mechanism have been carefully oiled. An inspection of the movement shows very little bushing wear. I see no real need to overhaul the clock at this time. I have only run the clock occasionally as I have others that I can enjoy. The movement is running and chiming for the full week.Also included are the original key, the pendulum, as well as all the assembly instructions and some adjustment tips from Mason and Sullivan.Due to the size of the clock, and the shipper required 'dimensional shipping' program, the package can be costly to ship, especially across zones, say from California to New York. I will remove the movement and pack it separately from the case for protection. They will be shipped together, however. No international shipping.There will be an extended shipping time as the clock will have to be packed specially. Please allow for extra time to get the necessary packing materials, etc. (Condition: Pre-Owned)
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.
Original Listing Description
This clock, known as the "Boston Parlour Clock," was originally assembled in 1984 from a case kit and movement sold by Mason and Sullivan. The case is made of solid walnut and measures 20 1/2 inches high, 17 1/2 inches wide, and 8 3/4 inches deep. All the glass panels, both on the sides and the front, are beveled. The dial is white, adorned with beautifully painted flowers in each corner. The moon phase dial features a scene with a windmill and a full moon.The clock features a distinctive movement by Kienenger, the long discontinued three-train, triple-chime mechanism that plays melodies on eight nested bells. Such movements are highly coveted. It includes a chime selector at the three o'clock position to switch between tunes or to silence the chimes completely. The movement now has the ability to play a CHORD or 3 notes, rather than the original single note (much better!)I have just removed the mainsprings, cleaned and oiled them. The pivots of the mechanism have been carefully oiled. An inspection of the movement shows very little bushing wear. I see no real need to overhaul the clock at this time. I have only run the clock occasionally as I have others that I can enjoy. The movement is running and chiming for the full week.Also included are the original key, the pendulum, as well as all the assembly instructions and some adjustment tips from Mason and Sullivan.Due to the size of the clock, and the shipper required 'dimensional shipping' program, the package can be costly to ship, especially across zones, say from California to New York. I will remove the movement and pack it separately from the case for protection. They will be shipped together, however. No international shipping.There will be an extended shipping time as the clock will have to be packed specially. Please allow for extra time to get the necessary packing materials, etc. (Condition: Pre-Owned)
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.