Author: Tran Duy LyPublisher:
ISBN: 9780930163877
Category : Clocks and watches
Languages : en
Pages : 752
Book Description
Ansonia Clocks & Watches
Author: Tran Duy LyPublisher:
ISBN: 9780930163877
Category : Clocks and watches
Languages : en
Pages : 752
Book Description
Ansonia Clocks
Author: Tran Duy LyPublisher:
ISBN: 9780930163327
Category : Clocks and watches
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
American Clocks
Author: Tran Duy LyPublisher:
ISBN: 9780930163914
Category : Clocks and watches
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Clocks of New York
Author: Chris DeSantisPublisher: McFarland
ISBN: 9780786460878
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The phrase "in a New York minute" is virtually synonymous with all that is fast-paced and technologically advanced. One of the first cities founded on the eastern seaboard, New York has been a horological trendsetter for almost four hundred years. When the first Dutch settlers came to Manhattan in the early years of the 17th century, they established America's first stronghold of capitalism. Over the next few centuries, precise schedules became an inescapable reality of modernization and precision timepieces became an art form in Europe and America. As the center of commercial and industrial activity, New York City developed a particular preoccupation with time, and hence became a showplace for an astonishing array of timepieces. From tower clocks to time balls, this richly illustrated work chronicles the history of public clocks in New York City. It discusses the premiere clock-makers of the 19th century such as the Ansonia Clock Company and the Self Winding Clock Company, the heyday of American public clock making and the ever-increasing importance of clocks. Post clocks, church clocks, sundials, and labor timepieces are all discussed herein. Photographs of subject pieces and an index are included.
Ansonia
Author: The Derby Historical SocietyPublisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439610258
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
The town of Ansonia is situated at the foot of Connecticuts Berkshire Hills, above the confluence of the Housatonic and Naugatuck Rivers. This manufacturing village was named for its founder, Anson Phelps, a businessman who played a prominent role in the community. Ansonia shares its earliest history with the neighboring town of Derby, of which it was a part until 1889. Ansonia has been called the Industrial Heart of the Naugatuck Valley. Yet, as you will see inside, its history is rich beyond its industry. Ansonia highlights the towns wonderful old homes and churches. This one town had 25 churches at one time. The book follows the town through good times as well as hard times, such as the Blizzard of 1888 and the Flood of 1955 and the redevelopment days that followed.
Waterbury Clocks
Author: Waterbury Clock CompanyPublisher: Dover Publications
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Clockmaking in England and Wales in the Twentieth Century
Author: John GlanvillePublisher: Crowood
ISBN: 1847978967
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 1144
Book Description
Over a decade John Glanville and Bill Wolmuth undertook an important horological project for the British Museum. This involved establishing a representative collection, for the Museum, of twentieth-century domestic mechanical clocks made in England and Wales using industrialized manufacturing methods. This remarkable book is the culmination of their efforts. Wide-ranging in its coverage, it will be a key reference tool for horologists, horoligical students, collectors, and antiques and clock dealers. It provides a comprehensive history of each significant manufacturer, including the principal people involved and covers the various mechanical clock movements that were produced. Previously unpublished research about the manufacturers, the clocks they made and the dates when they were manufactured is presented. Finally, this book informs readers how they can identify and date almost all of the clocks they are likely to encounter. This detailed and meticulously researched book on the domestic mechanical clocks made in England and Wales in the twentieth century, a culmination of ten years' research by the authors, will be a key reference tool for horologists, horological students, collectors, and clock and antiques dealers. Superbly illustrated with 1016 colour photographs and period black and white illustrations.
Waterbury Clocks
Author: Tran Duy LyPublisher:
ISBN: 9780930163402
Category : Clocks and watches
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Encyclopedia of Antique American Clocks
Author: C.H. WendelPublisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440225346
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 732
Book Description
From old schoolhouse clocks to stately grandfather clocks, the Encyclopedia of Antique American Clocks presents the most comprehensive guide to America's clocks. More than 700 photographs of clocks include detailed descriptions and current market values. The clocks are presented in an easy-to-follow format organized by clock type. Also included is information about the major clock manufacturers, and overview of clock types and a brief history of clock making. Arranged by clock type, the Encyclopedia of Antique American Clocks includes: • Grandfather clocks • Wall clocks • Classic clocks • Shelf clocks • Novelty clocks Special chapters on: • Clock types • History of clock making • Clocks from smaller clock makers • Leading clock makers • Glossary • Bibliography • Photo index
Welch Clocks
Author: Tran Duy LyPublisher:
ISBN: 9780930163389
Category : Clocks and watches
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description