About the Seth Thomas “C&S long drop” Clock
Welcome to our collector’s reference page for the Antique Seth Thomas “C&S long drop” Clock. This unique piece, dating back to approximately 1830 and 1840, showcases the craftsmanship of the renowned American clockmaker, Seth Thomas.
The first model, a version of the Looking Glass clock, stands at 35 inches tall with a full-length door opening on the right. The mahogany veneer is well-preserved, and the half-columns exhibit original bronzing under an alligatored finish, as does the splat. The upper glass is original with the original putty, although the mirror has been replaced. The wood dial is noticeably yellowed, possibly due to a varnish. The hour hand is correct, while the minute hand appears to be a replacement.
The second model, a wooden works shelf clock, dates back to around 1840 and stands at 34 inches tall. This is not Thomas’ most common case style for this period, as short drop cases were more prevalent. However, Thomas continued to produce wooden works clocks when many other makers had transitioned to brass movements. The mahogany-veneered case features a dark bronzed splat and two dark bronzed half-columns. Both glasses are original with the original putty, the tablet has been repainted, although the gilt border remains original. The board is wood with period hands, and the 30-hour wooden movement is running and striking, regulated by a period pendulum bob and two old weights.
Both clocks feature an old iron bell and a good label, adding to their authenticity and historical value. These Seth Thomas “C&S long drop” Clocks offer a glimpse into the rich history of American clockmaking and are a valuable addition to any ant
Auction Records and Price History
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Antique Seth Thomas C&S long drop Clock
Jan 2020 – 70 Antique American Clocks Seth Thomas 30-hour Looking Glass, ca. 1830. A Seth Thomas version of the Looking Glass clock, 35 inches tall with a full-length door that opens on the right. There is an escutcheon on the right side (but no key). The half-columns show the original bronzing under an alligatored finish, as does the splat. The mahogany veneer is good all The upper glass is original with the original putty, the mirror has been replaced. The wood dial is quite yellowed, perhaps due to a varnish of some sort? The hour hand is correct, the minute hand not so much. I hung the weights but the 32T long-drop wood movement would not run; it would strike. Old iron bell and a good label, and a couple of old unmatched 30-hour Horton’s typically sold these for about $150 of late.
Retail: $125 | Date: 01/01/2020 | Source: AntiqueAmericanClocks.com
Antique Seth Thomas C&S long drop Clock
Jul 2021 – #136 Antique American Clocks Seth Thomas wooden works shelf clock, ca. 1840. Not Thomas’ most common case style in this period, where short drop cases were more common. Thomas continued to make wooden works clocks after most other makers has transitioned to brass movements. The mahogany-veneered case is 34 inches tall with a dark bronzed splat and two dark bronzed half-columns. Both glasses are original with the original putty, the tablet repainted, although the gilt border is original. board is wood with period hands; the 30-hour wooden movement is running and striking, regulated by period pendulum bob and two old There is a very good label behind plastic. A nice example.
Retail: $200 | Date: 07/01/2021 | Source: AntiqueAmericanClocks.com