{"product_id":"antique-german-westminster-chiming-mantel-clock-c-1930-walnut-case","title":"Antique German Westminster Chiming Mantel Clock c.1930 Walnut Case","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1875\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA handsome early twentieth-century German mantel clock dating to around the 1930s, housed in an attractive walnut case with elegant inlaid decoration, arched top and brass-capped columns.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eThe clock features a silvered Roman numeral dial with blued steel hands behind its original glazed door. Inside is a quality German eight-day Westminster movement striking on five gong rods, chiming each quarter hour before striking the hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003eThe movement is stamped \u003cstrong data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2157\"\u003eGermany\u003c\/strong\u003e and carries the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e156\/40\u003c\/strong\u003e movement reference together with the Silentic trademark associated with German silent escapement movements of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2491\"\u003eThe warm walnut case has developed an attractive aged patina over many decades and makes an impressive decorative piece whether displayed on a mantelpiece, sideboard or library shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uef3h1\" data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003eOverall this clock presents well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003eThe movement winds, ticks and the Westminster chimes sound on the quarter hours. As with all antique clocks, we cannot guarantee long-term timekeeping accuracy or servicing history and therefore recommend routine servicing before regular use if absolute accuracy is required. This clock is currently ticking and has an erratic quarterly chime   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"3112\"\u003eCosmetically there are age-related marks, scratches and areas of wear to the case consistent with nearly a century of use. There are some darker and reddish marks to parts of the timber finish, along with small knocks and minor veneer imperfections, all clearly shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003eThe dial has gentle age-related tarnishing but remains very attractive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3264\"\u003eOverall, this is an honest antique clock with considerable decorative appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3269\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1gwnmd1\" data-start=\"3271\" data-end=\"3297\"\u003eApproximate Dimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3299\" data-end=\"3384\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bm9vja\" data-start=\"3299\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003eHeight: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3309\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003e41 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wpg0xo\" data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3351\"\u003eWidth: approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3342\" data-end=\"3351\"\u003e30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xq4fxu\" data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3384\"\u003eDepth: approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"3375\" data-end=\"3384\"\u003e17 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"k0wemp\" data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1499\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOur Antique Forager Ethos\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003eWe source antique and vintage pieces for their craftsmanship, character and individuality, selecting only those that stand out and carry a story worthy of passing on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"icfs9j\" data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eFree UK postage.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eWorldwide delivery available — rates vary by destination and weight. 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