Clock · Mirror-side mantel clock

Ansonia Triumph Mirror-Side Mantel Clock

Partially verified

This Victorian mantel clock, documented as the 'Triumph' model by the Ansonia Clock Company, features a carved walnut case measuring 24 inches high. It is designed with an arched molded hood topped by scrolling wood carvings, a fan crest, and a gilt-colored female mask mount. Mirrored side panels flank the central glazed door, which is decorated with frosted or stenciled scrolling foliate margins. The front encloses a paper Roman-numeral dial with two winding arbors and a brass-colored bezel above an ornate lyre-form pendulum fitted with two cylindrical bobs, set before a coiled gong.

Front view of Ansonia Triumph mirror-side mantel clock in walnut case — Stevens Auction Company. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source: www.invaluable.com
Category: Clock · Mirror-side mantel clock
Maker / attribution: Ansonia Clock Company
Reference: Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier: 224
Source-reported date: Circa 1880-1900
Country: 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 Construction

The timepiece is housed in a walnut case measuring 24 inches high, 16 inches wide, and 5.5 inches deep. The design features an arched, molded hood surmounted by scrolling ornament and a gilt-colored mask mount.

The clock includes a stepped, curved base with applied gilt-colored ornament. Narrow mirror panels are located on the sides of the central clock body.

Evidence for this section

“walnut case with an arched molded hood surmounted by scrolling ornament and a gilt-colored mask mount”
“Narrow mirrored side panels flank the central glazed door”
“A stepped, curved base bears gilt-colored ornament”
“Dimensions: 24 in. H, 16 in. W, 5.5 in. D”

Dial and Mechanism

The clock face features a paper Roman-numeral dial positioned behind a central glazed door, which is decorated with a scrolling foliate border. The dial is set within a brass-colored bezel and includes two winding apertures.

The movement drives a lyre-form pendulum, which is fitted with two cylindrical bobs and suspended in front of a coiled gong.

Evidence for this section

“paper Roman-numeral dial has two winding apertures within a brass-colored bezel”
“central glazed door, which is decorated with a scrolling foliate border”
“ornate lyre-form pendulum carries two cylindrical bobs before a coiled gong”

Documentation and Labels

The dial is marked: 'MANUFACTURED BY ANSONIA CLOCK CO. NEW YORK U.S.A.'

The rear of the case retains a factory label that is documented as fragmentary, containing partial text for 'TRIUMPH' and the maker's name. A service card from Govertsen Jewelry of Brooklyn is also attached to the rear.

Evidence for this section

“Dial: 'MANUFACTURED BY ANSONIA CLOCK CO. NEW YORK U.S.A.'”
“Rear factory label retains part of 'TRIUMPH' and Ansonia Clock Company name”
“Govertsen Jewelry, Brooklyn, service card attached to rear”

Condition Report

The clock is in untested running and striking condition, and no winding key is present. The walnut case shows scattered nicks, scratches, and finish wear, along with small edge losses to the applied ornamentation.

Other noted condition issues include a stained and discolored dial, surface marks on the glass and mirrors, and oxidation or discoloration to the metal fittings and pendulum cylinders. The rear factory label is torn with substantial losses.

Evidence for this section

“Running and striking condition untested; key not shown”
“Scattered scratches, nicks and finish wear to the walnut case, with small edge losses and wear to the applied ornament”
“Dial stained and discolored”
“Rear label torn with substantial losses”

Open research questions

What is the specific significance of the Govertsen Jewelry service card in relation to the clock's maintenance history?
Are there extant catalog records or period advertisements from the Ansonia Clock Company that detail the original configuration of the 'Triumph' model's finish and mounts?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Ansonia Triumph Mirror-Side Mantel Clock
Field	Source-reported value	Source quotation
Maker	Ansonia Clock Company	“Maker: Ansonia Clock Company”
Origin	New York, United States	“Origin: New York, United States”
Date	Circa 1880-1900	“Date: Circa 1880-1900”
Materials	Walnut, glass and mirrors, metal mounts, brass movement and pendulum fittings	“Materials: Walnut, glass and mirrors, metal mounts, brass movement and pendulum fittings”
Dimensions	24 in. H, 16 in. W, 5.5 in. D	“Dimensions: 24 in. H, 16 in. W, 5.5 in. D”
Dial Signature	MANUFACTURED BY ANSONIA CLOCK CO. NEW YORK U.S.A.	“Marks/Signatures: Dial: 'MANUFACTURED BY ANSONIA CLOCK CO. NEW YORK U.S.A.'”
Estimated Date	Circa 1880-1900	“Date: Circa 1880-1900”

Visible details

Carved walnut case with an arched hood crowned by a fan crest, scrolled details, and a gilt-colored female mask mount.
Central glazed door framed by frosted or stenciled scrolling foliate ornamentation.
Lyre-shaped pendulum assembly fitted with two cylindrical bobs hanging before a coiled wire gong.
Narrow vertical mirror panels flank the sides of the central clock body.
Molded, stepped base centered with an applied winged metal mount.

Research qualifications

Source notes the clock is in untested running and striking condition; no winding key is shown.
Rear factory label is reported torn with substantial losses.

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

Consulted source

At Auction: Ansonia Triumph Mirror-Side Mantel Clock

Reviewed 2026-10-25 · Record d862d98629

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