Anglo-American School Clock. VANDYKE REGULATOR. 212124.

This is a very decorative clock. Decorative wood inlays form floral patterns which border the dial, lower door, and the base of the case form. The lighter wood contrast with the darker rosewood. The result is a clock that visually pops off the wall. The bezel has a beveled outer edge. This frames the spun brass bezel that is fitted with glass. The glass protects the painted dial. This dial is formatted with a standard time ring that features Roman hour numerals. The hands that indicate the time are decoratively formed. The center section is fitted with a door. This frames a tablet or glass that is paint-decorated from the back. The tablet is original to this clock and advertises “VANDYKE REGULATORS.” If one opened this door, one would find a colorful label pasted onto the backboard. It reads, “Superior / 8 DAY CLOCK. / With Extra Bushed Movement./ Warranted if Well Used / for HOME & ABROAD.” This label is in mint condition. In the lower section, as it curves back to the wall, is the inlay of a horse. It is depicted in a gallop with its legs outstretched, and its mane whipped back by the wind. 

The movement is brass, spring wound, eight-day duration, striking the hour on the hour. The front plate is die-stamped with a “Trade Mark” and the Latin phrase Tempus Raptor. This loosely translates to mean that time is a thief. Please see the picture for the pattern. The plates are secured with machine screws. The escape wheel has six crossings, and the bridge is riveted into place. It is good quality. 

This clock was made circa 1890. It measures approximately 27.5 inches long, 16.5 inches wide at the bezel, and 5 inches deep.

Inventory number 212124.