Description:
Tall, arched wooden-cased mantel clock with dual round glass panels—top panel showing the clock face and internal mechanism, bottom panel featuring a reverse-painted floral motif. The case displays wear consistent with age, including veneer loss and surface scratches.
Era:
Late 19th to Early 20th Century
Style:
Victorian / Gothic Revival
Technique:
Wood veneering, hand-cut glass, reverse glass painting, and mechanical clockwork assembly
Tools Used:
Lathe (for gearwork), coping saw, glass cutter, wood glue press, hand brush
History:
Often referred to as a "steeple" or "beehive" mantel clock, this style was common in American homes in the late 1800s through early 1900s. Produced by various Connecticut clockmakers, these clocks were both functional and decorative centerpieces.
Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker unknown – possibly Seth Thomas or Waterbury Clock Co., based on form and style (not confirmed)
Measurements:
15 ½" H x 9 ½" W x 4" D
Suggested Weight:
6.5 lbs
Music:
Frédéric Chopin – “Nocturne in E-flat Major” (timeless, intricate, and emotive—like the slow tick of a well-aged mantel clock)
Item Number : P12508
Category : Misc Home Décor & Furniture
Brand : UK
