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}\n    .section { padding: 28px 22px; }\n    .specs td:first-child { width: 42%; }\n    .trust-item { flex: 1 1 45%; border-right: none; border-bottom: 1px solid #3a332b; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"listing\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eMahn \u0026amp; Co Restored Timepiece\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch1\u003eAntique Winterhalder \u0026amp; Hofmeier Ebonised Library Clock\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"subhead\"\u003eAn early 20th-century German movement of real pedigree, in a compact architectural ebonised library clock case, fully serviced and running true.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"trust-bar\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"trust-item\"\u003eFully Serviced Movement\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"trust-item\"\u003eConfirmed W\u0026amp;H Backplate Stamp\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"trust-item\"\u003e30-Day Returns\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"trust-item\"\u003eShips Worldwide\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eAbout This Clock\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"intro\"\u003e\n      A handsome antique library clock fitted with a quality\n      \u003cstrong\u003eWinterhalder \u0026amp; Hofmeier\u003c\/strong\u003e movement, confirmed from the\n      backplate stamp, and housed within a compact architectural ebonised\n      wooden case — the kind of quietly distinguished piece traditionally\n      kept on a desk or library shelf rather than a full-sized mantel clock.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Winterhalder \u0026amp; Hofmeier of Schwenningen were among the most respected\n      German clock movement makers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries,\n      supplying reliable, well-engineered movements to case makers and retailers\n      across Europe and beyond. Their movements have a lasting reputation among\n      horologists for solid construction and dependable long-term performance.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      The case features a glazed front door, a separate rear access door, stepped\n      mouldings and a gently shaped top with canted corners. Its restrained black\n      finish contrasts beautifully with the aged cream dial, black Roman numerals\n      and decorative pierced steel hands.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"pills\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pill\"\u003eWinterhalder \u0026amp; Hofmeier movement\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pill\"\u003eEight-day mechanical timepiece\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pill\"\u003eArchitectural ebonised case\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pill\"\u003eOriginal painted metal dial\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pill\"\u003eDecorative pierced steel hands\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pill\"\u003ePendulum \u0026amp; winding key included\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eWinterhalder \u0026amp; Hofmeier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"maker-card\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eA Name Trusted by Case Makers Across Europe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        Founded in Schwenningen, the heartland of German clockmaking, Winterhalder\n        \u0026amp; Hofmeier built a reputation over decades for movements that were\n        robust, accurate and built to be serviced and enjoyed for generations\n        rather than replaced.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\n        The backplate on this movement is clearly stamped, confirming both the\n        maker and giving a reliable basis for dating the piece to the early\n        20th century.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eOriginal Painted Dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      The clock retains its original cream-painted metal dial with black Roman\n      numerals and an outer minute track. The painted surface displays natural\n      age-related craquelure and mellowing, with small areas of loss around\n      several fixing points and the winding aperture, consistent with its age and\n      adding to its antique character. It has not been repainted or artificially\n      restored.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eRestoration Carried Out by Mahn \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cul class=\"checklist\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMovement fully dismantled, ultrasonically cleaned, and inspected\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMainsprings lubricated with Novostar oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePivots lubricated with synthetic clock oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMovement reassembled, regulated and bench tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eEbonised case cleaned, revived and waxed, preserving original character\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGlass, interior, pendulum and fittings cleaned and inspected\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBrass pendulum polished to a soft, appropriate finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cp class=\"note\"\u003e\n      As with all antique mechanical clocks, minor variation in timekeeping may\n      occur depending on temperature, position and handling, and small adjustment\n      after transport can occasionally be required.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003ctable class=\"specs\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eWinterhalder \u0026amp; Hofmeier, Schwenningen — confirmed by backplate stamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMovement\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eEight-day mechanical timepiece\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003ePeriod\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eEarly 20th century, indicative dating approximately 1900–1915\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eCase\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eEbonised wooden library clock case, architectural form, with glazed front door and separate rear access door\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eDial\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOriginal painted metal dial with age-related craquelure\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eHands\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eDecorative pierced steel hands\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eApprox. 26 cm \/ 10.24 in high × 22 cm \/ 8.66 in wide × 14.5 cm \/ 5.71 in deep\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eBrass pendulum and winding key\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eAntique Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      This clock is over one hundred years old and retains visible signs of age\n      and previous use, including scattered marks, edge wear and small areas\n      where the underlying timber shows through the ebonised finish, along with\n      craquelure and small paint loss on the original dial. Please study all\n      photographs carefully, as they form an important part of this description.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      The pendulum will be removed and individually wrapped for transport, and\n      the clock will be carefully prepared and securely packed using generous\n      protective materials, with clear setup, winding and care instructions\n      included.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      A distinctive antique library clock combining a wonderfully aged original\n      dial, an elegant ebonised case and a genuinely dependable Winterhalder\n      \u0026amp; Hofmeier movement, fully serviced and ready to keep good time in\n      its next home.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"footer\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eMahn \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    Carefully Restored Vintage \u0026amp; Antique Clocks\n    \u003cdiv class=\"returns\"\u003e30-Day Returns — Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Winterhalder \u0026 Hofmeier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54346577805651,"sku":"EB-147444371679","price":289.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/4160\/8275\/files\/57_7bc481e8-273c-440e-9ddf-0952b3a37cad.jpg?v=1784451863","url":"https:\/\/mahnandco.co.uk\/products\/antique-winterhalder-hofmeier-library-clock-w-h-k-movement-c1900-working","provider":"Mahn and Co Clock Repairs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}