1723-1900 American Clock Book Catalog Reference Identification Clockmaker (READ)

Description: The American Clock Book a comprehensive pictorial survey, 1723-1900with a listing of 6153 clockmakers Condition NOTE: The original owner has cut out a picture of a clock on page 364 (See picture #4) Otherwise the Book is in Very Nice Condition. Nice & Clean. All pages present and attached. Please view all of the pictures before purchasing. As you will be able to see the actual condition of the book being sold. What you see in the photos is exactly what you will receive. Thanks for looking!” The most all-encompassing work on the subject to be published in many years, The American Clock is certain to become a standard reference work in this important and ever-growing field of collecting. The book is not intended to be a history of clockmaking in America; instead, its purpose is to collect into one volume a very large number of significant clocks of all types so that collectors will have a substantial pictorial reference with which to compare their own acquisitions and to extend their knowledge of the field. Compiled by William H. Distin, a well-know authority on clock who is a fellow and former Director of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, this 360-page book presents almost 700 black-and-white illustrations, 84 color plates, a 65-page listing of 6153 American clockmakers, and a glossary of clock terms. Also, over 100 of the photographs show close-ups of the dials and works of many different clocks. Of special interest is the fact that most of the clocks assembled in this volume are published in this book for the first time--for the majority of them have been photographed from private collections. The illustrations are divided into the following main categories: Tower Clocks, Tall Case Clocks, Dwarf Tall Case Clocks, Bracket Clocks, Massachusetts Shelf Clocks, Lighthouse Clocks, Shelf Clocks, Novelty Clocks, Tools, and Wall Clocks. The index lists the clockmakers alphabetically, with the clocks illustrated arranged under the name of each maker. In every respect The American Clock is a most impressive and handsome production that will prove highly useful for years to come to all collectors and students in the field." published in 1983 Hardcover by William Distin & Robert Bishop 360 pages Color, Black and White illustrations. 11" Tall x 9" Wide The most comprehensive reference book for Clocks A great reference. It's compact size is just right for your bench drawer. Those who love clocks will find this book very interesting, Fascinating historical work. We take great pride in customer satisfaction and accurate descriptions. If you receive the item and it is not as described, please let us know immediately so we may rectify the issue to your satisfaction. Your positive feedback and your satisfaction are very important to us We sell clocks to professionals, hobbyists and collectors who have experience in repairs.. If you are just trying to fix a watch or clock without knowledge of how to do so, we suggest that you seek out professional help. This can lead to be an expensive proposition if you should not have the knowledge to repair or restore your clock. Make sure you join the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors. Its a great way to meet other clockmakers.

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