About the Ansonia “Ossipee” Clock
Title: Ansonia “Ossipee” Clock Model: A Collector’s Guide
The Ansonia “Ossipee” clock, produced by the renowned Ansonia Clock Company between 1894 and 1925, is a significant mantel clock that graced many homes during the Victorian era. This model is named after Ossipee Mountain in New Hampshire, mirroring the company’s tradition of naming clocks after prominent American landmarks.
The “Ossipee” clock features a distinctive and elegant case design, typically crafted from mahogany or walnut, with an ornate brass movement and dial. The intricate casework is adorned with floral carvings, raised columns, and delicate scrollwork, reflecting the popular Victorian aesthetic of the time.
This model is highly collectible due to its exquisite craftsmanship, rarity, and historical significance. The “Ossipee” clock represents a period of innovative design and technical advancement in American clockmaking during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Notable features include the oversized brass pendulum bob suspended from an intricate brass rod, adding to the clock’s grandeur. The dial, often decorated with Roman numerals and a minute track, is framed by a beveled glass lens. The “Ossipee” clock’s 8-day movement ensures reliable timekeeping for nearly a week before requiring winding.
For collectors, the Ansonia “Ossipee” clock offers not only a beautiful addition to their collection but also a piece of American history. Its timeless design and exceptional craftsmanship make it an attractive choice for both seasoned and novice collectors alike.
Auction Records and Price History
The following 10 auction record(s) show actual sale prices for the Ansonia “Ossipee” model clock. Prices vary based on condition, originality, and current market demand. Search for more records on AntiqueClocksPriceGuide.com.
Antique Ansonia Ossipee Clock
Jul 2021 – #176 Antique American Clocks Ansonia Clock Co. “Ossipee”, ca. 1914. This model is not listed in Ly’s book on Ansonia clocks, but there are plenty of examples on LiveAuctioneers. The case is 11.5 inches tall by 13 inches wide, here in a blue-green tint with pink flowers and good gold highlighting. There is a chip to the case at the back of the right foot. The two-part porcelain dial has a faint hairline at the ‘5’ and the ‘8’ and bears the Ansonia logo; the beveled flat glass has some scratches over The 8-day signed movement is running and striking; the pallets are steel. Found a broken or misdirected link? Let me know! AnAmClocks@gmail.com
Retail: $175 | Date: 07/01/2021 | Source: AntiqueAmericanClocks.com
C.1900, Ansonia Clock Co., “Ossipee” 8-day time and strike porcelain clock, in excellent original condition.
This is a great cobalt blue case with gold highlights intact. The decorations are pink and yellow blossoms. The clock retains original paper dial (with minor stain), and with Ansonia insignia. The movement was cleaned maybe 10 years ago, and is still running and striking. Has original hands and case hardware; a great beginner’s porcelain clock. Height 11.5Ó $300-$500
Sold: $400 | Date: 11/3/2002 | Source: R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts
C.1900, Ansonia Clock Co., “Ossipee” 8-day time/strike porcelain clock, in generally good original condition.
The one small hurt is at the very top tip of the case where it suffered a small chip long ago that has been painted in (takes close inspection to see this). The case is an attractive medium blue with gold highlights. The open escape movement is clean and running; couple of small hairlines near 12 and 5 on the porcelain dial. Height 11.75Ó $350-$450
Sold: $416 | Date: 11/3/2002 | Source: R.O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., Ansonia, Conn., “Ossipee”, 8 days, time and strike, porcelain mantel clock. c1901
Green porcelain case with some wear to the applied gold. Original porcelain dial has hairline cracks. Hands are original. Movement is signed. The front bezel needs repair. Ht 11.75″
Sold: $225 | Date: April 27, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Ossipee” 8 days, time and strike, porcelain mantel clock, c1900
the case is in very good condition with just the expected light crazing to the fired surface and slight losses to the gold accents. The dial has a few minor cracks; the pallets are steel. The beveled glass is fine. The movement and case back are correctly signed. Ht 12″
Sold: $250 | Date: April 27, 2014 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia “Ossipee” China Case Clock
8 day time and hour and half hour gong strike; 4″ marked double sunk porcelain dial with visible escapement; no pendulum or key; cobalt flow blue case with yellow and purple florals; beveled glass; marked movement. (Dial chipped at 4 keyhole.) 11 1/2″
Sold: $575 | Date: July 27, 2011 | Source: Tom Harris Auctions
C.1870, Ansonia Clock Co., “Ossipee”, 8-day time/strike porcelain mantel clock.
Condition: Porcelain case in good condition with just a small chip on the left foot. Porcelain dial is perfect and hands are original. Movement will fit right into a Bonn case if you choose. Ht. 11.5
Sold: $125 | Date: May 8, 2009 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts
Ansonia China Shelf Clock ÓOssipeeÒ
In a white china case with pink and white floral decorations and a porcelain dial with open escapement. (There is overall crazing to the case. There is no pendulum with the clock.) 11 3/4Ó Tall x 13Ò Wide Not tested.
Sold: $250 | Date: October 04, 2014 | Source: Tom Harris
Ansonia ÓOssipeeÒ Cobalt Blue China Clock
With an 8 Day T & S movement and an open escapement painted celluloid dial and the pendulum. In a cobalt case with floral decals. Not tested.
Sold: $350 | Date: October 04, 2014 | Source: Tom Harris
Ansonia Clock Co., New York, “Ossipee” 8 day time and strike porcelain mantel clock, c1900
this colorful case is not Royal Bonn but is in pristine condition. The model name, clearly stamped on the case back, is not shown in Ly. The original paper dial is toned and stained but has a nice cast brass center ornament. The clean looking movement ticks and strikes {professionally done}, pendulum is a replacement. Ht 12″
Sold: $250 | Date: October 29, 2011 | Source: R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts