Unknown brand of the antiquated tall case clock?
In the realm of clock collecting, a rare find has sparked curiosity among enthusiasts. A user on a local online for-sale site stumbled upon an ad for a clock, priced at $100, with a user offer of $90. But what makes this clock so intriguing is its apparent resemblance to an Arthur Pequegnat clock from the early 1900s.
The auction of 200 Arthur Pequegnat clocks, happening on June 8, 2019, in New Hamburg, Ontario, is a rare event. It's not common to have such a large collection of clocks from one maker on sale at one time. The clock in question shares similarities with these sought-after Pequegnat clocks, but its authenticity remains uncertain.
The clock, requiring a drive of 1.5 hours to pick up, appears to be in the style of a Pequegnat clock, but the user suspects it may not be an authentic Pequegnat due to the clock hands and workmanship. To distinguish it from other clocks, such as New Haven clocks, careful inspection is necessary.
New Haven clocks, an American brand, often feature a variety of styles, differing from the characteristic styling of Pequegnat hall clocks. To identify their differences, you should examine both the case style and the clock movements.
Pequegnat hall clocks from the early 1900s typically have a distinctive Canadian Arts and Crafts style with solid wood cases, often heavier and with unique decorative elements. On the other hand, New Haven clocks built roughly between 1880–1930 usually have simpler and more robust movements, featuring heavy-duty, rugged mechanisms with thick brass plates and large steel pivots.
Identifying marks on the movement or dial can also clarify the origin. Pequegnat movements often bear their name or trademarks distinct from New Haven's markings. Wear and build quality can also provide clues, as New Haven clocks typically exhibit a robust American build quality.
As the user continues to investigate, they believe the clock could be a New Haven. However, to conclusively distinguish them, you should inspect the maker's label or trademark on the dial or movement, observe the case style and woodwork details, and examine the movement architecture for the type of plates, pivot sizes, and complexity.
Arthur Pequegnat, a Canadian clock maker in business from 1903 to 1941, established The Arthur Pequegnat Clock Co. in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, where they produced clocks until 1941. Despite the rarity of such a large Pequegnat auction, various sized collections of Pequegnat clocks can be found among Canadian collectors.
As the clock-buying adventure continues, the user will delve deeper into the world of clock collecting, hoping to uncover the true identity of their intriguing find. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting clock mystery.
- Clock enthusiasts interested in vintage clocks would find intrigue in the upcoming auction of 200 Arthur Pequegnat clocks, given the rarity of such a large collection from a single maker.
- When it comes to distinguishing a potential Arthur Pequegnat clock from a New Haven clock, clock collectors must pay attention to the maker's label or trademark on the dial or movement, the case style and woodwork details, and the movement architecture for the type of plates, pivot sizes, and complexity.
