Swinging Doll Clock

Description:

Swinging Doll Clock, probably America, c. 1880, circular base with two scroll cut legs supporting the 4-in. paper on zinc Roman numeral dial and the eight-day time-only movement with dual escape wheels, regulated by a pendulum of Cupid on a swing which moves forward and back with the ticking of the clock, all under a glass dome, ht. 13 in.
Estimate $500-700

Clock will run for a shot period but could use cleaning and lubrication.


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