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Ansonia Coalport Blue Chinoiserie Hat Shaped Mantel Clock

Partially verified

This mantel clock, produced by the Ansonia clock company, dates to approximately the 1900s. It features a distinct hat-shaped wooden case finished in a dark blue hue described as Coalport blue. The clock retains its original case, including the rear access door and decorative elements. The timekeeping is regulated by an 8-day movement equipped with a gong-striking mechanism. According to the provided information, the clock has undergone a recent service by a specialist and is in working order. Minor wear and surface degradation are present on the case, which are attributed to its age.

Front view of the Ansonia mantel clock showing the blue Chinoiserie case and dial.
Front view of the Ansonia mantel clock showing the blue Chinoiserie case and dial. — Vintage Clocks UK via Zamanito. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Clock · Mantel clock
Maker / attribution
Ansonia
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
circa 1900s
Source-reported place
United States

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Aesthetic Design

The clock is housed in a hat-shaped mantel case, which is finished in a deep blue tone, referred to as Coalport blue. The exterior surfaces are adorned with hand-painted Chinoiserie motifs, illustrating traditional oriental landscapes and architectural structures in gold and contrasting colors.

The structure remains intact with the original decorative elements preserved. There are minor signs of aging, specifically surface wear on the case and the rear access door, consistent with the clock's age. The balance of the form, characterized by its wide, arched silhouette, supports the painted scenes, integrating the clock into its decorative context.

Evidence for this section
  • “بدنه این ساعت با فرم کلاهی (Hat Shaped) طراحی شده”
  • “دارای نقاشی دست‌ساز به سبک چینی‌مآب (Chinoiserie) و زمینه رنگی موسوم به آبی Coalport است”
  • “نشانه‌های اندکی از گذر زمان و سایش‌های سطحی روی قاب و درب پشتی آن دیده می‌شود”

Movement and Mechanical Details

The timekeeping function is provided by an 8-day movement, designed to operate for a week between manual windings. The movement is configured with a gong-striking mechanism, which provides an audible report of the hour. The movement is accessed via a circular, ornate cover on the back of the case.

The provided information indicates that the clock has recently been serviced by a specialist. This maintenance process is intended to ensure the mechanical components remain functional. Currently, the clock is reported to be in working condition, demonstrating reliable performance following this recent expert intervention.

Evidence for this section
  • “ساعت مجهز به یک موتور ۸ روزه با مکانیزم زنگ‌نوازی گونگ (gong striking) است”
  • “این قطعه به تازگی توسط فرد متخصص سرویس شده و طبق گزارش منبع از کارکرد دقیق و مطلوبی برخوردار است”

Provenance and Authenticity

The clock is identified as a product of the Ansonia brand, originating from the early 1900s. It retains its original case, and the seller reports that all original parts remain intact and undisturbed, reinforcing the integrity of the piece's construction. This preservation of the original housing is noted as a primary feature of the object's current state.

The attribution to the Ansonia company and the specific dating are based on the historical documentation provided by the source.

Evidence for this section
  • “ساخت برند Ansonia بوده و قدمت آن به حدود دهه ۱۹۰۰ (circa 1900s) بازمی‌گردد”
  • “این ساعت در قاب اصلی خود حفظ شده و تمامی اجزای اورجینال آن دست‌نخورده باقی مانده‌اند”

Open research questions

  • What specific model name or series number was assigned to this case design by Ansonia?
  • What are the precise historical indicators that align this specific painting style with the 'Coalport' color designation used by the seller?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Ansonia Coalport Blue Chinoiserie Hat Shaped Mantel Clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerAnsonia“ساخت برند Ansonia”
Datecirca 1900s“حدود دهه ۱۹۰۰ (circa 1900s)”
Movement Type8-day gong strike“موتور ۸ روزه با مکانیزم زنگ‌نوازی گونگ (gong striking)”
Decoration StyleChinoiserie“نقاشی دست‌ساز به سبک چینی‌مآب (Chinoiserie)”
FinishCoalport Blue“زمینه رنگی موسوم به آبی Coalport”
ConditionMaintained in original case“این ساعت در قاب اصلی خود حفظ شده و تمامی اجزای اورجینال آن دست‌نخورده باقی مانده‌اند”
MaintenanceServiced by a specialist“این قطعه به تازگی توسط فرد متخصص سرویس شده و طبق گزارش منبع از کارکرد دقیق و مطلوبی برخوردار است”

Visible details

  • Hand-painted Chinoiserie decorations on the blue case
  • Gilt-metal dial bezel and circular rear access cover
  • Visible signs of aging and surface wear on the exterior
  • Eight-day movement with gong-striking capabilities

Research qualifications

  • The exact year of manufacture is broad (circa 1900s)
  • The degree of restoration or parts replacement during the recent service is not specified

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Fantastic Ansonia Coalport Blue Chinoiserie Hat Shaped Mantel Clock

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 577c929e1a

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