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Ansonia 'Torn' Porcelain Shelf Clock

Partially verified

This Ansonia Clock Co. mantle clock, identified as the 'Torn' model, features a porcelain case finished with a vibrant green glaze and hand-painted floral motifs on the front and sides. The circular dial displays bold black Roman numeral markers and metallic black hands, housed behind an intricately detailed brass bezel. The clock utilizes a double key-wind mechanical movement, which the source notes is stamped by the Ansonia Clock Co. of New York. The front of the dial is signed with the Ansonia logo. The object measures approximately 11.25 by 8.25 by 5.5 inches. The current condition is reported as good to fair, showing normal age-related surface wear, evidence of crazing, and mild losses to the top left area. It is offered in an untested state and may require professional service or repairs.

Front view of the Ansonia 'Torn' porcelain mantle clock showing the green glazed case, floral decoration, and dial.
Front view of the Ansonia 'Torn' porcelain mantle clock showing the green glazed case, floral decoration, and dial. — MiddleManBrokers (via Invaluable). Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.invaluable.com
Category
Clock · Mantle clock
Maker / attribution
Ansonia Clock Co.
Reference
Torn
Catalogue / lot identifier
340
Source-reported date
late 19th and early 20th century
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 Dial

The clock is constructed with a porcelain case, characterized by a vibrant green glaze and embellished with hand-painted floral motifs on its front and side surfaces. The visual design is complemented by an ornate brass bezel that frames the central clock face.

The dial features a clean background with bold black Roman numerals and dark metallic hands. The manufacturer’s mark, the Ansonia logo, is prominently featured directly on the face of the dial.

Evidence for this section
  • “Featuring a vibrant green glaze with hand painted floral motifs on the front and sides.”
  • “Dial framed by an intricately detailed brass bezel.”
  • “Signed ~ stamped with the Ansonia logo on the front, on the dial face.”

Movement and Mechanism

The timepiece is powered by a double key-wind mechanical movement. The internal components, including the pendulum, are visible from the rear of the clock case, allowing for an inspection of the original mechanism.

The movement is marked by the manufacturer, identifying its origin in New York, USA. The auction description reports that the clock is currently untested and may require mechanical service, parts, or repairs to ensure future operation.

Evidence for this section
  • “Double key wind mechanical wind up.”
  • “The clock's pendulum movement can be viewed from the rear, showcasing its original mechanism.”
  • “Movement stamped Ansonia Clock Co. New York, USA.”
  • “Being sold as untested. May be in need of service, parts and or repairs.”

Condition and Attribution

The object is attributed to the Ansonia Clock Company, which the source describes as being active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The piece is categorized as the 'Torn' model within their product line.

The overall condition is described by the auction house as good to fair. There are also reported mild losses located on the upper left section of the clock casing.

Evidence for this section
  • “Ansonia Clock Co. "Torn" model porcelain mantle clock.”
  • “Back marked "Torn" by the Ansonia Clock Company, renowned for their quality clock making in the late 19th and early 20th century.”
  • “Good to fair overall condition having normal age related surface wear. Evidence of crazing. Mild losses to the top left area.”

Open research questions

  • What is the approximate manufacturing year of this specific 'Torn' model?
  • Are there recorded production numbers or catalogue references for the 'Torn' porcelain model beyond the Ansonia mark?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Ansonia 'Torn' Porcelain Shelf Clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerAnsonia Clock Co.“Ansonia Clock Co.”
Model NameTorn“Ansonia Clock Co. "Torn" model”
Movement OriginNew York, USA“Movement stamped Ansonia Clock Co. New York, USA.”
Dimensions11.25 X 8.25 X 5.5 in.“Dimensions: 11.25 X 8.25 X 5.5 in.”
ConditionGood to fair with surface wear“Good to fair overall condition having normal age related surface wear.”
Surface IssuesCrazing and mild losses“Evidence of crazing. Mild losses to the top left area.”

Visible details

  • Vibrant green porcelain case with floral hand-painted decoration
  • Brass bezel featuring intricate detailing
  • Dial features black Roman numerals and Ansonia logo
  • Two winding arbors located on the clock face

Research qualifications

  • The internal mechanical condition is unverified as it is sold as untested
  • The extent of the 'mild losses' to the porcelain is not detailed beyond the general description

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

Consulted source

Ansonia Torn Porcelain Floral Shelf Mantle Clock

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record b185181e88

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