{"product_id":"460584","title":"Antique 1910-1930s Gilbert Napoleon Hat Key Wind Mantle Clock","description":"Date Range: Circa 1910s–1930s.\u003cbr\u003eThe tambour style (sometimes called “Napoleon hat” case) became popular in the early 20th century, especially in the 1920s.\u003cbr\u003eGilbert Clock Company, based in Winsted, Connecticut, was one of the major American clockmakers during this period, producing affordable yet stylish mantel clocks for middle?class homes.\u003cbr\u003eMaker: Gilbert Clock Company (founded 1871, successor to earlier Gilbert firms dating back to 1828).\u003cbr\u003eCase:\u003cbr\u003e    Tambour style — a low, wide case with a rounded top, resembling a Napoleon hat.\u003cbr\u003e    Usually made of mahogany, walnut, or oak veneer with decorative molding.\u003cbr\u003eDial \u0026amp; Bezel:\u003cbr\u003e    Brass bezel with convex glass.\u003cbr\u003e    Paper or painted metal dial, typically with Arabic numerals.\u003cbr\u003eMovement:\u003cbr\u003e    Brass mechanical key?wind movement, usually 8?day time and strike.\u003cbr\u003e    Strikes on a gong or bell at the hour and half?hour.\u003cbr\u003eDesign Influence:\u003cbr\u003e    Reflects the early 20th?century shift from ornate Victorian designs to simpler, elegant forms.\u003cbr\u003e    Tambour cases were considered modern and stylish compared to the heavier, columned Victorian mantel clocks.\u003cbr\u003eGilbert Clock Company:\u003cbr\u003e    Founded by William L. Gilbert, the company became one of the largest American clockmakers by the late 19th century.\u003cbr\u003e    Known for producing reliable, affordable clocks that competed with Seth Thomas, Ingraham, and Ansonia.\u003cbr\u003eTambour Style Popularity:\u003cbr\u003e    Emerged in the early 1900s as part of the Arts \u0026amp; Crafts and early modern design movements.\u003cbr\u003e    Favored for its sleek, horizontal profile that fit well on fireplace mantels.\u003cbr\u003eRole in Homes:\u003cbr\u003e    Mantel clocks were both functional and decorative, serving as a centerpiece in living rooms and parlors.\u003cbr\u003e    Gilbert’s tambour clocks were marketed as stylish yet affordable timepieces for everyday households.\u003cbr\u003e\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":53362401837369,"sku":"460584","price":899.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/3250\/2585\/files\/460584.1.jpg?v=1780675263","url":"https:\/\/shop.aactv.com\/products\/460584","provider":"America's Auction Channel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}