Sessions Regulator Clock No.1

Antiques : Clocks, Timepieces

 

Submitted for your consideration is a rare Regulator Number 1 clock by Sessions, of Forestville, CT. At the turn-of-the 20th century, the E. N. Welch clock-making firm was struggling. They used a local foundry to produce their castings. The foundry owner's son, William E. Sessions, took an interest in horology and, along with other Sessions family members, bought controlling interest in the E. N. Welch Company. In 1903 the firm’s name was changed and the Sessions Clock Company was organized. Under William's management the firm produced all components of their line of clocks, including movements, cases, dials, artwork and castings. They remained in business until 1956.

This clock is the first in a series of Regulators produced by this highly regarded firm and as such it served as a prototype for future generations of regulators. What adds to the interest and the value of this piece is that the original instructions on how to operate this clock are still present, glued to the back of the clock as shown in the photographs. The clock makes a striking (pun intended) presence measuring 14” in height, 6” in width and it is 3” deep. The condition of the piece is very good. There are age related stains to the dial as shown in the photographs, and there are a few paint stains on the wood that could be easily removed. While we have seen many regulators from Sessions, this is the first time that we came across a No.1, and we can offer this piece of clock-making history for $850.00.

Item ID: RL-5287