Handcrafted Amish Furniture, Collectibles and Décor Closed (#15772665)

Late 19th Century William Shakespeare Spelter Clock
Behold Seth Thomas' exquisite creation, the "Shakespeare" clock, a remarkable tribute to the Bard of Avon. This late 19th-century timepiece presents a pensive Shakespeare, immortalized in a spelter statue, thoughtfully leaning against a clock tower. Inscribed upon the clock's base is a profound adage that reads: "Hours spent in good thought and good talk are the only hours that ever return." 

The clock, originally equipped with a Seth Thomas mechanism, underwent a modern transformation in the 1930s-40s when it was fitted with a state-of-the-art General Electric 'Telechron' mechanism. This update brought with it the charm of a sweeping second hand, adding a fluid motion to the passage of time. The face is shielded by a beveled glass lens.

Condition:

• General Condition: Good, with signs of finish wear characteristic of its age.
• Functionality: The clock has been tested and is operational.
• Notable Imperfections: The feet exhibit cracks; there's age-appropriate wear and some oxidation visible.

Size:

• Weight: 25 lbs
• Measurements: 20.5 inches in height, 15 inches in width, and 8 inches in depth.