Description
This arch skeleton mantel clock frames its working gears inside an open gold half-circle, so the movement itself becomes the decoration. The round dial seems to float at the centre of the arch, with a gold chapter ring carrying bold black Roman numerals and slim black hands, while the skeleton movement behind it lets you watch the gold wheels and gearing at work. A small inner dial marked from 10 to 60 sits low in the movement, adding another detail to look at. The whole piece has a satin gold finish and measures 14cm high, 27cm wide and 6.5cm deep.
As its name suggests, it is made for the mantelpiece, where the low, wide arch looks balanced above a fireplace and the open centre keeps it from feeling heavy. It is just as at home on a sideboard, a bookshelf or a desk in a study or home office, and at 6.5cm deep it fits on a narrow ledge. The gold tone sits well with warm woods, cream walls and other brass or gold accents, and the Roman numerals give it a traditional look that still reads clearly across a room. Because the gears are on view from front and back, it also suits a table you walk around.
It runs on one AA battery (MN1500), which is not included, so keep one to hand before you set it up. The arch stands freely on its flat base, so there is nothing to fix to a wall. To keep the satin gold finish looking its best, dust it gently with a soft dry cloth and keep it away from damp. As a gift, it is one that gets looked at closely the moment it is unwrapped, and once it is home it settles happily onto a mantelpiece or desk as a clock that is as much to watch as to read.
Specification
| Colour |
Gold |
| Finish |
Satin |
| Height |
14cm |
| Width |
27cm |
| Depth |
6.5cm |
| Weight |
0.666kg |
| Movement |
Skeleton |
| Display |
Analogue |
| Dial |
Roman numerals |
| Power |
Batteries |
| Battery |
1 x AA (MN1500) (not included) |
Frequently Asked
How big is the arch mantel clock?
It stands 14cm high and measures 27cm wide and 6.5cm deep, so it sits easily on a mantelpiece, shelf or desk.
What battery does the clock need?
It takes one AA battery, type MN1500. The battery is not included, so have one ready before you set the clock up.
What colour is the clock?
It has a satin gold finish on the arch, the base and the dial ring, with black Roman numerals and black hands.
Can you see the gears working?
Yes. It has a skeleton movement, so the gold wheels and gearing are open to view through the dial, from the front and from the back.
Can it hang on a wall?
No, it is a freestanding mantel clock that rests on its flat base, so it suits a mantelpiece, sideboard, bookshelf or desk rather than a wall.
How should I clean it?
Dust it gently with a soft dry cloth to keep the satin gold finish clean, and keep it away from damp and wet cloths.