{"product_id":"460578","title":"Vintage Late19th\/20th Century  Ingraham Mantel Clock","description":"16in x 14 1\/4in x 5 3\/4in\u003cbr\u003ebelieved to be Late 19th to Early 20th Century (c. 1890s–1910s):\u003cbr\u003e    The ornate case style with columns and classical capitals reflects the Victorian and early Edwardian taste for Greco?Roman revival motifs.\u003cbr\u003e    The use of oak cases became popular in the late 19th century as a durable, richly grained wood.\u003cbr\u003e    The 8?day brass movement was standard for quality American mantel clocks of this period.\u003cbr\u003eCase:\u003cbr\u003e    Solid oak with rectilinear form, accented by four columns.\u003cbr\u003e    Columns topped with Greco?Roman style capitals, a hallmark of late Victorian neoclassical design.\u003cbr\u003eDial \u0026amp; Bezel:\u003cbr\u003e    Brass bezel with convex glass protecting the dial.\u003cbr\u003e    Paper or painted metal dial with Roman or Arabic numerals.\u003cbr\u003eMovement:\u003cbr\u003e    Brass mechanical movement, 8?day time and strike, striking on a gong or bell.\u003cbr\u003e    Manufactured by the E. Ingraham Company, Bristol, Connecticut.\u003cbr\u003eDesign Influence:\u003cbr\u003e    The classical column motif was meant to evoke permanence and grandeur, aligning with the neoclassical revival in American decorative arts.\u003cbr\u003eThe E. Ingraham Company:\u003cbr\u003e    Founded by Elias Ingraham in 1831, incorporated in 1884.\u003cbr\u003e    Known for innovative case designs and affordable yet stylish clocks.\u003cbr\u003eMantel Clock Popularity:\u003cbr\u003e    By the late 19th century, mantel clocks were a centerpiece of American parlors, combining utility with decorative appeal.\u003cbr\u003eGreco?Roman Revival:\u003cbr\u003e    Reflects the broader Victorian fascination with classical antiquity, often seen in architecture and furniture.\u003cbr\u003e    Ingraham adapted these motifs into clock cases to appeal to middle?class buyers seeking refinement.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAll estate items may show wear and conditions pertinent to their individual time periods. Thus they are sold as-is where-is, no warranties expressed or implied and are non returnable and non refundable.","brand":"America's Auction Channel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53362400821561,"sku":"460578","price":899.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/3250\/2585\/files\/460578.1.jpg?v=1780674942","url":"https:\/\/shop.aactv.com\/products\/460578","provider":"America's Auction Channel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}