This porcelain case mantel clock was made by the Ansonia Clock Company of Ansonia, Connecticut. This clock is in very good original condition, and is in working condition.
The porcelain case was made by the Royal Bonn factory and is signed on the back with their seal, “Royal Bonn, Germany.” The brilliant coloring is exceptional and they include multiple shades of greens, yellows, and reds. The gilt highlights are applied to the case after firing. They remain in excellent condition and show very little wear. This clock is identified on the back as ‘La Tosca’. Notice the rose designs that are featured throughout on this clock, and also note the lion’s head featured on the peak in the molding of this clock. The dial is four inches across, and is marked, ‘Manufactured by the Ansonia Clock. Co. New York, United States of America.’
This case stands approximately 14 1/2 inches tall, is 9″ wide and 5″ deep. On the clock mechanism inside the clock it is engraved, ‘Ansonia Clock Co. – Patented June 14, 1881 – New York, USA’. This clock is all complete with the winding key and the pendulum. The clock is in working order, however as with all shipping of clocks it is always best to have them adjusted after shipping. Don’t miss adding this beautiful clock to your porcelain Royal Bonn antique clock collection.
