About the Ansonia “Office Regulator” Clock
Title: Ansonia Office Regulator Clock Model – A Collector’s Guide
The Ansonia Office Regulator, a testament to American clockmaking prowess, is a distinctive regulator clock model that graced homes and offices from the late 19th century through the early 20th century. This clock, despite its name, can serve both wall-mounted and free-standing functions due to its versatile design.
Typical case materials for the Ansonia Office Regulator include walnut, mahogany, rosewood, and oak, each lending a unique aesthetic appeal. The design is characterized by a streamlined and minimalist appearance, with an emphasis on functionality over ornate decoration, making it a suitable addition to both traditional and modern interior styles.
What makes the Ansonia Office Regulator a coveted collectible lies in its precision engineering, historical significance, and timeless design. As one of Ansonia Clock Company’s most iconic models, it showcases the company’s commitment to manufacturing high-quality clocks that combined accuracy with elegant aesthetics. Notable features include a finely tuned verge and foliot escapement, an eight-day duration movement, and a pendulum swinging within a brass bob protected by a glass dome.
Collectors appreciate this model for its historical importance as a symbol of American industrial might during the Victorian era, as well as for its enduring design that remains relevant today. The Ansonia Office Regulator is an excellent choice for enthusiasts seeking both a functional and visually striking addition to their antique clock collection.
Auction Records and Price History
The following 12 auction record(s) show actual sale prices for the Ansonia “Office Regulator” model clock. Prices vary based on condition, originality, and current market demand. Search for more records on AntiqueClocksPriceGuide.com.
Ansonia Clock Co., Ansonia, Conn., “Office Regulator”, 8 days, time and strike, spring brass movement wall clock, c1901
Partially refinished walnut and walnut veneered case with some veneer damage and repairs on the door and at a couple of spots on the half round molding on the lower half of the case. Original dial has been repainted. Hands are original. Gilt molding on the door now gold painted. A fairly clean label inside the case. Ht32″
Sold: $140 | Date: April 27, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Office Regulator” wall hanging clock with 8 days, time and strike, spring driven movement with seconds bit, c1900.
The case is walnut with original finish, The paper dial is original with aging and some discoloration. The hands are original. The wooden bezel needs to be reglued and the brass bezel resoldered to the hinge. There is a nice label on the inside of the case. Overall a very attractive clock. Ht 32″.
Sold: $180 | Date: April 27, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., Ansonia, Conn., “Office Regulator”, 8 days, time & strike, wall regulator, c1901.
Walnut and walnut veneered case in an old finish with some veneer loss on the right side and small chip on the right front molding. Paper dial looks to be original with some minor surface wear on the bottom. Hands and pendulum are original. Nice label inside the case. Ht 32″
Sold: $300 | Date: April 27, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1901, Ansonia Clock Co., “Office Regulator” 8-day time and strike, octagon long drop in black walnut.
This extra nice case retains its original finish, with no veneer damage. Both glasses are original along with the pendulum (regulator decal is new). The hands are modern replacements and do not fit well. A dark but readable label is inside the case. The outer chapter ring of the dial is original; the center is professionally replaced. The movement is very dry and will require service, yet is complete and sound. Still an above average example of this model. Height.32″
Sold: $525 | Date: April, 2002 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co. hanging clock “Office Regulator”, ca. 1901.
32 inches high ash case has original finish with a few small pieces of veneer missing on lower door and one edge, glasses are old. Old 12 inches dial has crazing with a couple chips at nine, Ansonia trademark in center and at bottom “Manuf. By the Ansonia Clock Co., New York, USA.” Pendulum bob, stick and hands are original. The movement is 8-day double wind time only; and is in good running condition. Ly-Ansonia No. 655.
Sold: $578 | Date: January, 2005 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. “Office Regulator”, ca 1901.
32 inch mahogany veneer case. Veneer on the lower rounds but none on the octagon top, which is correct for this model. Ebony trim around the bezel. 12 inch metal dial professionally repainted with logo and seconds dial. Full black label inside. Silver around the lower glass, correct pendulum. 8 day, double wind movement, time only. Ly-Ansonia No.655.
Sold: $458 | Date: July, 2002 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
Ansonia Clock Co. “Office Regulator”, C. 1901.
Excellent black walnut case with the original finish, the polished case has been rubbed leaving a nice sheen. Some finish has worn off around the brass dial ring and bezel. The dial is original, darkened slightly as paper dials will, particularly after 100 years of use. Putty around the top glass is original and largely still intact. As usual we see wear on the gold-silver around the bottom glass. There is a near perfect black label, inside the case. This fine 8 day, half hour striking clock, appears to be 100% original, and is running nicely. Ly-Ansonia #655.
Sold: $780 | Date: July, 2004 | Source: Horton’s Antique Clocks
C. 1874 Ansonia Brass and Copper Co., Ansonia CT, uncommon OFFICE REGULATOR, weight driven with maintaining power, time only, walnut regulator wall clock, with pendulum forward (S. B. Terry style movement), 8-day.
Condition: Refinished case has lower lock absent and upper lock missing clasp on door side. Original dial and hands are in good condition. Replaced reverse painted glass is starting to flake. Iron weight is original. Label with some loss is still fully legible. This model is hard to find; see Ly’s Ansonia book [2nd ed], page 168, fig 542, 2004 price guide = $1250. Ht. 36″ Dial 12″
Sold: $600 | Date: May 8, 2009 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1901, Ansonia Clock Co., “Office Regulator”, 8-day time and strike, long drop octagon, sometimes called “school clock”.
Condition: Walnut and walnut veneered case in very nice condition in original finish. Original paper dial has age darkened with stains and scratches. Hands and pendulum are original. Nice label inside case. Overall very good+ original condition. Worth keeping. Ht. 32″
Sold: $300 | Date: May 8, 2009 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Office Regulator”, 8 day, time and strike spring brass movement wall clock.
Walnut case in original finish in nice condition for its age. Original paper dial has some light stains and some surface abrasion at the winding arbors and between 11 and 12 o’clock. Original hands, tablet and pendulum. Clean Ansonia label inside and English retailer’s label of “P. Winterhalter / Bury”.
Sold: $180 | Date: October 22, 2016 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, NY, “Office Regulator”, 8 days, time and strike, spring brass movement wall clock, c1901
Walnut case in original finish with ding on the bottom half round molding. Original paper dial has a couple abraded areas and some staining. Original hands and pendulum. The original bottom glass probably had the word “Regulator”, now missing. Movement is signed. Nice label inside the case. Ht 32″
Sold: $275 | Date: October 25, 2015 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Office Regulator”, 8 day, time and strike spring brass movement wall clock.
Walnut and walnut veneered case in nice condition in original finish. Original paper dial has age darkened a little and has surface abrasion at the winding arbors. Original hands and pendulum. Nice label inside.
Sold: $250 | Date: October 27, 2018 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts