Arched Quartz Mantel Clock with Arabic Dial - Walnut Wood

This arched mantel clock pairs a traditional shape with a clean, easy-to-read face, and it sits happily on a shelf or mantelpiece. The wooden case is finished in a rich walnut brown, rising from a stepped base to a softly rounded top. At its centre is a white dial with bold black Arabic numerals, a fine minute track and slim black hands, framed by a bright silver-coloured bezel that stands out against the darker wood. The clock is 17.5cm tall, 14cm wide and 4.5cm deep, compact enough for a narrow ledge while the large numerals stay clear at a glance.

A mantel clock belongs where you naturally glance for the time: above the fireplace, on a bookcase in the living room, on a hall table by the front door or on a desk in a home office. The warm walnut tone sits comfortably alongside traditional furniture, and it brings a touch of warmth to a plainer, modern room as well. Because it is freestanding on its broad base, it needs no wall and no fixings, so you can move it from room to room whenever you like. It is just as at home on a bedside table, for anyone who prefers a proper dial with hands.

Inside is a quartz movement that drives the hands, powered by an AA battery, which is not included, so have one to hand before you set it up. The battery fits into a compartment in the black housing on the back, which makes it quick to change when the time comes. To keep it looking its best, dust the wooden case with a soft dry cloth and wipe the face, avoiding sprays and polish. Set it at the centre of the mantelpiece with a candlestick at either end, or let it sit between books on a shelf, where its arched outline and walnut finish bring a calm, traditional feel to the room.

How big is this mantel clock?

It stands 17.5cm tall, 14cm wide and 4.5cm deep. That size fits comfortably on a mantelpiece, shelf, desk or bedside table.

What battery does the clock need, and is one included?

It takes an AA battery, also sold as LR6 or MN1500. The battery is not included, so keep one to hand when you set the clock up.

Can the clock hang on a wall?

No, this is a freestanding mantel clock that stands on its stepped base. It needs no wall, hooks or fixings, and it moves easily between rooms.

What is the clock made of and what colour is it?

The case is wood in a rich walnut brown finish. The dial is white with black Arabic numerals and hands, and a silver-coloured bezel surrounds the face.

Is the dial easy to read?

Yes. The white dial carries large black Arabic numerals with a minute track around the edge, so you can read the time at a glance.

How should I look after the clock?

Dust the wooden case with a soft dry cloth now and then. Avoid sprays and polish, which can mark the walnut finish and the silver-coloured bezel.