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Co — Antique Clocks\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch1\u003eAntique American Cottage Clock\u003cbr\u003eWalnut Case · Decorated Glass Panel · Late Victorian\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"subhead\"\u003eFully Serviced · Hour \u0026amp; Half-Hour Strike · Honestly Described \u0026amp; Priced\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"trust-bar\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003eFULLY SERVICED\u003cspan\u003eBy Mahn \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003eRUNNING \u0026amp; STRIKING\u003cspan\u003eAt time of listing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003eHONESTLY PRICED\u003cspan\u003eWear fully disclosed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"item\"\u003e30 DAY RETURNS\u003cspan\u003ePeace of mind\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"body\"\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003e\n      A charming late Victorian \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican cottage clock\u003c\/strong\u003e in a figured walnut veneered case with decorative transfer-printed glass panel and visible pendulum. The movement has been fully serviced, and the clock is running and striking correctly on the hour and half hour. A characterful antique clock with honest pricing to match its honest condition.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"cta-banner\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePriced to reflect condition\u003c\/strong\u003eThere is wear in the cannon pinion assembly which can cause the minute hand to vary by a couple of minutes during operation. This is fully disclosed, well understood, and has been reflected in the price. It does not affect the striking or general running of the clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eAbout the Clock\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe American cottage clock is one of the most enduring and collectible clock designs of the Victorian period — compact, well-made and full of period character. This example is housed in a figured walnut veneered case with the decorative transfer-printed lower glass panel that is one of the most appealing features of the type, allowing the swinging pendulum to be seen during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe spring-driven mechanical movement strikes the hours and half hours, giving the clock a proper presence in a room without the bulk of a full mantel clock. It is a genuinely attractive piece of late 19th century American clockmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eService — What Was Done\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eFully serviced by Mahn \u0026amp; Co prior to sale:\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"checklist\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMovement fully cleaned and serviced\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eStrike mechanism checked and adjusted\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMovement lubricated and regulated\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eClock tested for running and striking\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCase cleaned and presented\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eRunning and striking correctly at listing\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eWinding key supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePendulum included\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe walnut veneered case presents very well with only minor marks and imperfections commensurate with age and use. The decorative glass panel is intact and attractive. The dial displays age-related crazing and wear consistent with a clock of this period — honest patina rather than damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"notice\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"notice-label\"\u003ePlease Note — Cannon Pinion Wear\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThere is wear present within the cannon pinion assembly. The clock keeps time and runs correctly, but the minute hand position can occasionally vary by approximately a couple of minutes during operation. This is a wear-related characteristic of the motion work, is well understood, and has been fully reflected in the asking price. It does not affect the striking or general timekeeping of the clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003ePlease study all photographs carefully — they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"dims\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dim\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"val\"\u003e36 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dim\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"val\"\u003e26 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"dim\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"val\"\u003e12 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan class=\"label\"\u003eDepth\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eAmerican Cottage Clock\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eLate Victorian\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eSpring-Driven Mechanical\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eHour \u0026amp; Half-Hour Strike\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eWalnut Veneered Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eDecorative Transfer Glass Panel\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eVisible Pendulum\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eFully Serviced\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eWinding Key Included\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003ePendulum Included\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003chr\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe clock will be carefully packed using multiple layers of protective packaging. On arrival, place on a stable level surface and set the beat. Minor adjustment after transit is normal for any pendulum clock and is not a fault. International buyers are welcome through eBay International Shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"why-buy\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Mahn \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"why-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSpecialist antique \u0026amp; vintage clock seller\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMovements serviced and tested before sale\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eHonest, detailed condition reporting\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCarefully packed for safe delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e30 day returns\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eInternational shipping via eBay Global Shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54346573906259,"sku":"EB-147378641204","price":149.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/4160\/8275\/files\/57_e311832c-26e1-4e23-b193-3daac13eded8.jpg?v=1784451746","url":"https:\/\/mahnandco.co.uk\/products\/antique-american-cottage-clock-serviced-mechanical-striking-mantel-clock-key","provider":"Mahn and Co Clock Repairs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}