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Mantle clocks come in all shapes and sizes. For the
purposes of this web site, Mantle clocks are time keepers designed to sit on a shelf or
fireplace mantle. A representation is presented below.
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Black
Marble Mantle Clock
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Description: General name for a shelf clock with a predominantly black case made of marble, slate,
onyx, or painted wood or iron. |
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Figural
(Statue) Clock
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Description: A clock that features a figure of some type as the main focus of its design. Often
statues portray figures from myth or are of historical significance. Garnitures are statue
clocks that include covered urns, tazzas, candlesticks, or candelabra as side elements |
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Gingerbread Clock
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Description: American made clock that was inexpensive and made in great numbers in the last part
of the 19th century. Commonly found in middle and lower class homes. |
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OG or Ogee American Clock |
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Description: American made clock popular in the 19th century. The OG refers to the distinctive
S-shape or wave-like molding which frames the front of the rectangular case. Commonly has
a glass front, highly decorated with reverse painting or etching. |
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Tambour Clock |
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Description: Also known as Napoleon's hat, camelback, or humpback clock because of its shape, which
is rounded in the middle, tapering to flat on each side. |
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