Over a year ago — as Max’s Art Supplies was ready to close, and everything inside was for sale — I posted a story.
Miggs Burroughs wanted the iconic Karron’s Jewelry clock. Rescued once from another Westport store, it had served for years as a symbol of the famed art store.
He was a minute late. Sherri Wolfgang — a close friend — had already bought it. She told Miggs she’d wanted it since she was 8 years old, and bought her first sketch pad at Max’s.
At least Miggs got this memorable photo:
Max’s famous Karron’s clock with (from left) Nina Royce, Rita Ross Englebardt, Sherri Wolfgang, Shirley Mellor and Jay Cimbak.
After staying in one spot for decades, the clock has now taken on a life of its own.
The other day, Ron Hofaker emailed me. He is not an alert “06880” reader. The only reason he knows about this blog is because — well, let him tell it:
Recently a friend called me at home in Hannacroix, New York. He said he was at a sale in Pleasant Valley, New York. I have been in the market for vintage midget race car parts. He believed he had found some.
He hadn’t. Not wanting to leave empty-handed after my hour-plus drive, I spotted a clock in the kitchen. After a bit of negotiation I purchased it.
Curious about its origin, I googled the name and found your site. Wish I had more to tell you about it.
Ron sent a photo. It sure looks like the same clock:
It has no sentimental value for Ron . He’s offering it to any Westporter (or former resident) who wants it.
If you’re interested, email me: dwoog@optonline.net.
But Miggs gets first dibs.