This French movement, Edwardian era mantle clock would be a great addition to a new or seasoned collector, or as an addition to your home décor.
A vintage clock is under 100 years old, and an antique clock is over 100 years old - since this one is from the 1901 to 1910 Edwardian era (which is sometimes linked to as late as 1920) it is likely an antique. Since I cannot precisely date it I will say it is vintage for sure and on the cusp of being an antique
The clock, made of wood, features a gong chime and a key for winding the clock and the chime.
With an 8-day mechanism, this clock was manufactured between 1900 and 1919. The cabinet appears to have English origins and the movement is French. I have been unable to ascertain the English maker (bottom mark is "Cardiff") but it was somewhat common for some clock makers to purchase movements from France and place them in their cabinets. Perhaps you will be able to clear up the mystery.
The pendulum numbers match the clock movement and casing (#1005 with a 5.5 inch pendulum)
The clock "ticks" and "tocks" and "gongs", and the hands move properly. When properly balanced and level (the feet are adjustable) it does appear to keep good time (I have monitored it closely several times - While writing this description it did not lose or gain time when checked for over 60 minutes) That being said, after shipping you or a person who services clocks will need to go through it to ensure the pendulum is allowing the movement to function properly again. I gave it a light oiling on the pins where it would need only. Remember all this can change as it is shipped even when well packed - you are strongly encouraged to have it checked over or do it yourself if you are so inclined. There will be no returns due to the nature of vintage/antique clocks.
The cabinet does show scratches and minor delamination in a couple of spots, and the face looks like a stone chip hit a windshield, but that is all a part of the story that we will never know behind this clock....this clock has had a life.....what will you bring to its story in the future?
Have a close look at the photos as they form part of the description.
As an atypical (ie not typical) French clock its value could be between $300 and $500 - if the maker was uncovered it may be worth more - or less.
As such I will be starting the bid process lower to allow potential future owners the chance to do some research on it and then decide what value you choose to put it at.
Clock is 11-1/4 inches tall, 8-1/2 inches wide at the base and 5 inches deep.
The pendulum has been removed each time the clock has been moved and will be removed for shipping. Will be be shipped unattached.