Antique American Clocks Identification - Types Makers 300+ Photos / Scarce Book

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THE BOOK OF AMERICAN CLOCKS
by Brooks Palmer, The MacMillan Co., NY, 1928/1970.
Over 300 black-and-white photographs, identifying captions, in-depth narrative, and comprehensive list of almost 6,000 American clock makers combine to make this rare out-of-print book an invaluable resource reference work.
”Carefully arranged in chronological order and accompanied by explanatory captions, the pictures show not only the beautiful exteriors but also, in many cases, the movements and the maker’s labels.  The descriptive text provides an informative history of clock-making in America and a list (the most complete so far compiled) of almost 6,000 American clock and watch makers.  Pictured are the four major types of clocks – Tower, Tall, Wall, and Shelf.”  The pictorial survey of clocks coupled with the extensive list of clockmakers, makes this reference book an invaluable resource reference text for the serious collector, dealer, historian, or repairman of antique clocks. “Everyone who has felt the fascination of old timekeepers from the novice collector of antiques to the most expert horologist, will take endless pleasure in this fine panorama of American clocks and watches.”
7.7” x 10.5” hardback text with dust cover in very good condition.  318 pages.
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