About the Seth Thomas “Regulator No. 20, Variant” Clock
Title: Seth Thomas “Regulator No. 20, Variant” Clock Model
The Seth Thomas “Regulator No. 20, Variant” is a timepiece of distinction, falling under the category of regulators in the extensive catalog of Seth Thomas Clock Company. This variant, introduced around the late 19th century, represents a refinement and evolution of the original Regulator No. 20 design.
Typical case materials for this model include mahogany, walnut, or cherry wood, with some examples featuring intricate veneers and inlays. The case design is characterized by its tall and slender silhouette, often featuring a hood with a swan’s neck pediment, a waist with a rectangular dial, and a base with bracket feet.
What sets the Regulator No. 20, Variant apart as a collectible piece is its exceptional craftsmanship, precision movement, and historical significance. The clock’s pendulum-driven mechanism ensures accurate timekeeping, while its ornate design showcases the high level of skill and attention to detail characteristic of the Seth Thomas Clock Company.
Notable features of this model include the brass-faced dial with Roman numerals, the finely crafted hands, and the high-quality pendulum bob suspended within a glass dome. Some variants may also feature wooden or brass weights, adding to their aesthetic appeal. As with many antique clocks, variations in design and materials can make each piece unique, contributing to its collectibility.
For the discerning antique clock collector, the Seth Thomas “Regulator No. 20, Variant” offers a captivating blend of historical significance, exquisite craftsmanship, and timeless elegance. Its enduring quality and distinctive design make it an attractive addition to any
Auction Records and Price History
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C.1910, Seth Thomas, “Regulator No. 20- Variant” with unusual center seconds, with time dial below.
Condition: The mahogany case has been attractively refinished. The dial was perhaps repainted long ago, or if it was for laboratory use, may be original; diameter of seconds ring 12″. Note in movement foto, this is the standard movement called for in the ST catalog. The entire bracket and movement are simply mounted 2 inches lower in the case, thus positioning the seconds hand at the center of the dial. There are NO extra holes on the original backboard, neither inside nor out, so this is definitely a factory special accommodation for a lab clock. Unable to tell if there was top trim; tapered bottom is original. Weight is tarnished; original pendulum and beat scale. Runs fine. Height as shown 56″
Sold: $5,000 | Date: May 7, 2005 | Source: R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts