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Herschede Hall Clock Company Tall Case Mahogany Clock, #246

Partially verified

This tall case clock by the Herschede Hall Clock Company features a mahogany case measuring 79 inches high, 26 inches wide, and 17 inches deep. The design incorporates an arched gothic-style hood, carved capitals atop flanking columns, and tracery over the glazed front door. The dial displays Arabic numerals, pierced hands, an ornate gilt center, and an auxiliary seconds dial. Behind the glass door, the clock houses a nine-tube chiming mechanism configured for Canterbury, Whittington, and Westminster chimes, alongside brass-cased driving weights and a pendulum.

Three-quarter perspective view of the Herschede tall case mahogany clock showing gothic arch hood and glazed door
Three-quarter perspective view of the Herschede tall case mahogany clock showing gothic arch hood and glazed door — DuMouchelles. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.liveauctioneers.com
Category
Clock · Tall case clock
Maker / attribution
Herschede Hall Clock Company
Reference
#246
Catalogue / lot identifier
0137
Source-reported date
Not established
Country
United States
Source-reported serial
917

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 Architecture and Decorative Elements

The tall case clock is constructed in mahogany and catalogued with dimensions of 79 inches in height, 26 inches in width, and 17 inches in depth. Its architectural facade is characterized by a pointed gothic-arch hood with carved fretwork situated directly above the dial opening.

Full-length fluted columns with carved capitals and faceted base plinths flank the front of the case. A glazed central door with gothic tracery encloses the pendulum, driving weights, and tubular chime assembly in the lower trunk.

Evidence for this section
  • “Pointed gothic-arch hood with carved fretwork above the circular dial.”
  • “Case flanked by full-length fluted columns with carved capitals and faceted base plinths.”
  • “Glazed front door framed with gothic tracery enclosing the tubular chimes, weights, and pendulum.”
  • “Dimensions 79 x 26 x 17 in”

Dial and Chime Configuration

The circular dial displays Arabic numerals and a decorative gilt central roundel, accompanied by pierced hands and an auxiliary seconds dial. The design integrates Gothic Revival styling into the cabinet and dial presentation.

The listing reports nine chime tubes capable of playing Canterbury, Whittington, and Westminster chimes. However, because internal movements and maker stamps are not shown in the available views, these movement and chiming specifications remain source-reported.

Evidence for this section
  • “Circular dial featuring Arabic numerals and a decorative gilt central roundel.”
  • “Canterbury, Whittington and Westminster chimes.”
  • “Nine tubes and seconds dial.”

Identification, Provenance, and Condition Reports

The auction description records the reference '#246 - 917' and notes the maker's award: 'Winner of the Grand Prize, Panama International Exposition of 1915.' The clock is listed as coming from an estate on Merriweather Road in Grosse Pointe Farms.

The cataloguer described the condition as 'Good condition. Working in home.' As the movement interior is not pictured and independent mechanical testing was not performed, the operational status and internal condition are source-reported rather than verified facts.

Evidence for this section
  • “#246 - 917.”
  • “Winner of the Grand Prize, Panama International Exposition of 1915.”
  • “from a Merriweather Road, Grosse Pointe Farms estate. Condition .Good condition. Working in home.”

Open research questions

  • Does serial number 917 correlate with Herschede factory ledger records for model #246 tall case clocks produced after the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition?
  • Are the movement plates, dial, and chime tubes stamped with Herschede trademarks or third-party manufacturer markings?
  • What is the mechanical condition and physical completeness of the movement and chime train behind the dial?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Herschede Hall Clock Company Tall Case Mahogany Clock, #246
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerHerschede Hall Clock Company“Herschede Hall Clock Company Tall Case Mahogany Clock”
Dimensions79 x 26 x 17 in“Dimensions 79 x 26 x 17 in”
ChimesCanterbury, Whittington and Westminster chimes“Canterbury, Whittington and Westminster chimes.”
Movement FeaturesNine tubes and seconds dial“Nine tubes and seconds dial.”
Model Number / Serial#246 - 917“#246 - 917.”
Exposition Award ReferenceWinner of the Grand Prize, Panama International Exposition of 1915“Winner of the Grand Prize, Panama International Exposition of 1915.”
Estate ProvenanceMerriweather Road, Grosse Pointe Farms estate“from a Merriweather Road, Grosse Pointe Farms estate.”
Reported Operational StatusGood condition. Working in home (source-reported; untested)“Condition .Good condition. Working in home.”

Visible details

  • Pointed gothic-arch hood with carved fretwork above the circular dial.
  • Glazed front door framed with gothic tracery enclosing the tubular chimes, weights, and pendulum.
  • Circular dial featuring Arabic numerals and a decorative gilt central roundel.
  • Case flanked by full-length fluted columns with carved capitals and faceted base plinths.

Research qualifications

  • Movement interior and maker stamps are not pictured in the provided views.
  • Operational condition and chiming functions are source-reported and not independently tested.

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

Consulted source

Herschede Hall Clock Company Tall Case Mahogany Clock, #246 H 79" W 26" Depth 17" - Nov 16, 2023 | Dumouchelles In Mi

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record fa448b997f

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