Birge, Peck & Co., of Bristol, Connecticut. This is a true 'Triple Decker,' a design that was popular during the 19th century for its unique three-tier structure and ornate decorations. SS-168.

This is a remarkable clock, preserved in its original, exceptional condition. It stands on turned feet and is approximately 36.25 inches tall, 15.75 inches wide, and 5.25 inches deep. Many triple-deckers are built on a larger, more masculine scale. This example is quite lovely and is not overpowering in stature. The turned columns and the splat are decorated with gilding and painted smoke decorations. Both reverse-painted tablets are original to this clock and in excellent original condition. The colors are first-rate, and both tablets are William Fenn's designs. The dial is painted on tin and features floral themes in the corners. The center of the dial has an open cut-out to view the brass-made movement. This time-and-strike strap brass movement is designed to run for eight days on a full wind. It is weight-powered. (The photo of this movement was taken before it was cleaned and overhauled.) The Clockmaker's label can be viewed by opening the lower door. It is pasted on the backboard. It is in excellent original condition. 

This super clock is a survivor. It is in outstanding original condition. Clocks like this one were intended to sit on a wall shelf or mantel. We have also seen this form displayed on top of furniture. It was made circa 1845. 

John Birge, Ambrose Peck, Samuel Taylor, and William R. Richards were business partners and shared a successful partnership in Bristol, Connecticut, from 1844 through 1848. They also made many steeple clocks with a considerable variation of movements. 

Inventory number SS-168..