Antique Clocks' History - The Golden Age of American Clockmaking

The art of clockmaking was greatly refined andAmerican antique clocks who started producing
mastered during the Golden Age of Americanattractive and appealing models in 1828. He founded
Clockmaking (1800-1890). During this time, Americanthe Gilbert Manufacturing Clock which became notable
clockmakers found a way to reduce the cost of tallfor producing good-quality clocks within the time
clocks by using wooden movement rather than brass.frame of its short-lived operation.
The Golden Age of American Clockmaking was- Ansonia Clock Company - Ansonia was founded in
characterized by the introduction of innovative and1851. It specializes in the production of stylish
ingenious designs. Clocks made in the golden age eracollectible antique clocks, including the antique
showcased exceptional designs and functionalgrandfather and antique wall models. Ansonia was
features. In 1830, a skilled American clockmakerable to produce a total of 225 collectible clocks in
named Eli Terry began mass-producing antique mantle1886.
clock models, which he effectively marketed on the- Elias Ingraham - He is highly acclaimed for his
global market.imaginative and creative designs. The steeple clocks
The golden age era continued thriving until the earlywere one of Ingraham's most remarkable timepiece
1900's, which created a great impact on the clockdesigns. In fact, these exquisite clocks became in
industry. Thanks to the Golden Age Americanvogue during the 19th century. Many clockmakers
Clockmaking era, acquiring rare, extraordinary andtried to replicate his designs but unfortunately they
magnificent American antique clocks was madefailed. Ingraham's Figurine 8-designs were highly
possible today.valued because of their graceful appearance that
Some of the popular and notable Americannever failed to catch attention.
clockmakers and manufacturers that you should takeBrowse through different auction sites and antique
note of include the following:shops to find valuable old clocks that were produced
- William Gilbert - He is a well-known maker ofby any of these outstanding American clockmakers.