Estate 19th Century Gothic Steeple Mantle Clock

19in x 10in
This is a classic American Gothic inSteeplein Clock, a design that became one of the most iconic and beloved styles of the 19th century.
Design: The clock features a inSharp Gothicin silhouette, characterized by the two pointed wooden spires (steeples) flanking a central triangular peak. This architectural style was intended to mimic the grandeur of Gothic cathedrals in a miniature, domestic form.
Materials: The case is typically crafted from pine or mahogany and finished with a high-quality Rosewood veneer, which is prized for its dark, rich grain.
The Dial & Pendulum: It features a hand-painted zinc or wood dial with Roman numerals. Behind the glass door (often decorated with a reverse-painted intabletin on the bottom half), you can see the brass movement and the swinging pendulum.
Mechanicals: Most of these were in30-hourin or in8-dayin spring-driven movements. They usually include a instrikein feature, meaning the clock will chime the hour on a coiled wire gong located inside the base.
Era: This style was most prominent during the mid-to-late 19th century (circa 1845–1880).
The Maker: While several Connecticut-based companies produced this design, the most likely makers for a high-quality rosewood piece like this are Elisha Brewster (Brewster & Ingrahams), Seth Thomas, Ansonia, or E.N. Welch.
History: The Steeple clock was patented by Elias Ingraham in the 1840s. Before this, clocks were large and heavy; Ingraham’s design allowed for a smaller, lighter, and more affordable timepiece that could fit on a standard fireplace mantle, revolutionized the American middle-class home.
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