Book 183 – Lot of 2 clock books

Description

Up for sale are 2 clock books:
In Quest of Clocks
and
Collectors’ Guide to Antique American Clocks
.
This lot includes:
·
In Quest of Clocks
by Kenneth Ullyett. Here is a wealth of sound advice on the care and repair of old clocks. Here also are time charts and date lists and a detailed glossary of technical and historical terms. There are illustrations showing a host of interesting and beautiful clocks and dials. Ulyett’s lively book is an invaluable companion and could save the unsuspecting buyer from being tricked as it devoted a chapter to restoration and faking. 268 pages. Hard cover with jacket. Copyright 1950. Poor condition.
·
Collectors’ Guide to Antique American Clocks
by Marvin D. Schwartz. Marvin Schwartz is a well-respected collector of antiques in several areas. His recognition in the field of antiques has opened doors to many private collections. This book represents a choice of information and pictures not available to the public. We see examples by Tabor and Willard of Massachusetts, by Burnap of Connecticut and Hill and Dominy of New York, by Wood of Philadelphia and Pearson of New Jersey and others. This is 175 pages of good reading with information not commonly covered. Copyright 1975. Hard cover with jacket. Excellent condition. – Book 183