Usually encased in glass, the shiny brass mechanisms and rotating pendulum make it a showpiece that stayed in production from 1880 to 1980, according to clock expert and business owner Bill Stoddard. Especially popular in the 1950s were the classic looking 400 Day Anniversary Clocks, also called Torison Clocks.One of the most glamorous Seth Thomas Deco clock designs features a block case made from clear Lucite and infused with gold bubbles, blending seamlessly with the atomic era design aesthetic of Midcentury homes.Many of the later Art Deco mantel clock designs from the 1940s through the 1960s are a fusion of Art Deco and Midcentury styles, such as the Jefferson Golden Hour Mystery Clock, dating from the 1950s. Eardley Norton was a skilled English clockmaker producing clocks from 1760 to 1792, and became a member of the Clockmakers' Company in 1770. The style of lantern and bracket clocks remained mostly unchanged through the 1700s, with slight variations in the dials and some had rounded instead of flat tops. The National Institute of Standards and Technology also points out that the pendulum and anchor escapement helped keep more accurate time in clocks, too. Bill Harveson, an antique clock dealer, member of the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors (NAWCC), and author of, points to three key advancements in clock making during the mid-to-late 1600s that also contributed to the miniaturization and portability of clocks: the pendulum, anchor escapement, and rack and snail striking method. The Barrister style is more formal and is only made in Cherry finishes usually with some inlay or other design elements to create a more formal presentation.Ĭontemporary Mantel Clocks are now available for modern homes and settings.England was behind by a few years but the first shelf clocks came in the form of lantern clocks and then bracket clocks featuring both brass and wood cases. Most of the tambour and the bracket styles may be found in both Cherry and Oak finishes. You may view all of the Barrister clocks here. The Barrister style clock will rectangular with an arched top. The carriage style (also known as a "bracket-style" is more of a square case with a handle on the top of the clock. This style is where the top of the clock slopes up toward the center and back down again. The most popular style is the tambour style. The two most popular kinds of wood used to build the cases will be either Cherry or Oak. These are mechanical so you may need to adjust the time a little each week when you wind the clock. The value of these clocks may increase over time if the clock is properly maintained and serviced. These Mantel clocks need oiling every few years and the movements should be cleaned at least every 10 years. Movements are made in Germany and these clocks will last generations if proper maintenance is performed. Most have Keywound mantel clocks need to be wound weekly and have an acoustic chime by hammers that strike tuned rods inside the clock. Keywound Mantel clocks usually need to be wound about once a week and many refer to these as "8-day clocks" though they need to be wound once a week. Keywound Mantel Clocks (windup, completely mechanical) If you see a clock that offers a "Harmonic Movement", these are clocks with an incredible new chime system that sounds great! These will last longer and even the chimes will sound better. Always use Duracell brand batteries in a quartz mantel clock.
Want to listen to the chimes? The chime samples on our site are the actual chimes that are played from the movement of the clocks. You may also turn the chime off, adjust the volume and many models offer a choice of chime melodies. Movement replacement is also very reasonable. Movements usually last about 20 years without maintenance except for changing the battery every year. They are the most accurate and most do have a chime feature. Quartz mantel clocks are practical as they are reasonably priced and never require winding. Quartz Mantel Clocks (Battery Operated with Chimes) There is a switch or lever to turn on / off the chime on every clock we offer. The chimes are warm and become the voice of your home. In a digital world, your new clock will remind you of simpler times. Set a Howard Miller Mantel Clock on your mantel and instantly transform your house into a home. We offer a complete selection of handsome mantel clocks you would be proud to own including both the Key-wound and the more practical Quartz clocks.
Quality brands like Howard Miller, Bulova clocks, Seiko, Rhythm and Hermle mantel clocks are here at discount prices. Mantel clocks will complete the look of your fireplace mantel, bookcase or table with a new mantel clock from The Clock Depot.
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