A history of timepieces made in Pennsylvania from William Penn's time to the present, this book is more than a compendium of clock and watchmakers and their work. With abundant illustrations and lore from historians in every part of the state, it recreates a time when clock and watchmaking was not a mere occupation: it was truly a craft. The author attributes this characteristic to the Keystone State's unusually varied population, and explores the various "old world" influences affecting the design and style of timepieces. ...
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A history of timepieces made in Pennsylvania from William Penn's time to the present, this book is more than a compendium of clock and watchmakers and their work. With abundant illustrations and lore from historians in every part of the state, it recreates a time when clock and watchmaking was not a mere occupation: it was truly a craft. The author attributes this characteristic to the Keystone State's unusually varied population, and explores the various "old world" influences affecting the design and style of timepieces. The story of clock and watchmaking from colonial Philadelphia to Pittsburgh's Golden Triangle is a major chapter in the history of industry, trade, tastemaking, and craftsmanship. Clocks of finely carved wood decorated the homes of prosperous early settlers, and golden watchcases adorned their persons; meanwhile, clocks on Independence Hall and other public buildings measured the hours for the general citizenry. As time passed, more utilitarian clocks graced schools and factories, while Hamilton watches kept the trains running on time. Resisting the temptation to lower standards for the sake of mass production, Pennsylvania clock and watchmakers gained fame for their high-quality craftsmanship. The making of clocks and watches is detailed by Dr. Gibbs from its beginning in the southeastern counties of William Penn Country, through the Pennsylvania Dutch Country and the center of the Commonwealth, and on to the state's northern and western frontiers. The craftsmen are presented in historical context, with emphasis on their social and educational backgrounds and the effect of these on their timepieces. Separate sections focus on illustrious clockmakers such as the Ellicott and Solliday families, Jacob Detweiler Custer, and the master of horology and astronomy, Dr. David Rittenhouse. Pennsylvania Clocks and Watches is an indispensable handbook for the experienced collector and a stimulating guide for the beginner. It is also a valuable reference for students of industrial and social history, design, and folkways.
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Add this copy of Pennsylvania Clocks and Watches: Antique Timepieces and to cart. $38.26, good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Austell, GA, UNITED STATES, published 1990 by Penn State University Press.
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Good in Good dust jacket. 0271003677. Large format hardcover with dustjacket, "more than a compendium of clock and watchmakers and their work. With abundant illustrations and lore from historians in every part of the state, it recreates a time when clock and watchmaking was not just a mere occupation: it was truly a craft, " the following book flaws are present: the first blank end-paper is missing, foxing to the outer edge of the pages and to the first and last few pages, the binding is tight and the contents are fine, the jacket has foxing on the underside only, this flaw is hidden by the professional (removable) mylar cover that we provide, mild edge-wear is also present, a flawed but perfectly usable copy; 312 pages.
Add this copy of Pennsylvania Clocks and Watches: Antique Timepieces and to cart. $98.02, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1990 by The Pennsylvania State Univers.
Add this copy of Pennsylvania Clocks & Watches to cart. $97.00, new condition, Sold by R Young Books rated 1.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Philadelphia, PA, UNITED STATES, published 1984 by Penn State University Press.
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New in new dust jacket. In original publisher's shrink. no wear or damage, absolutely new. Sewn binding. Paper over boards. 312 p. Audience: General/trade.
