Lot 117
Timby's Solar Time Piece Mantle Clock, by L.E. Whiting of Saratoga Springs & Baldwinsville, NY. Original 4 in paper sub seconds dial rotating in the base with original 9 in. paper dial around the globe with black hour numbers, 10 minute numbers and minute markers, brass 8 day time only spring driven movement with large balance wheel escapement; the time dial is laid on a brass back plate with outer edge which rotates simultaneously as the clock runs. 6 in. terrestrial globe signed "Joslin's 6 inch Terrestrial Globe, Boston, Gilman Joslin, 1860"; in a walnut case with serpentine crest having a turned finial and teardrop finials with gilt highlights, case is signed with an original paper label for "Timby's Solar Time Piece, Patented 1863" and hand numbered 25. In nice overall condition, case has an enhanced finish, globe is in very good condition with one minor spot of loss in the southern hemisphere on the back of the clock), has original glass and brass indicators, movement springs wind and hold power, balance wheel does not swing, clock is not running. 28 in. high x 14 in. wide x 5.25 in. deep. Weight: 10.5 lbs.
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