Antique Seth Thomas Mantel Clock Parlor Shelf Clock Reverse Painted Tablet

Stinson & Company is a traditional old school antique pawn shop located in Historic Portland Maine. We specialize in the sale of Antiques, Collectables, Gold & Silver Bullion, Jewelry, Diamonds, US Coins & Paper Currency, Vintage Guitars, Celebrity Memorabilia, Historical Items, Clocks, Watches, Glass & Pottery and many other items of value at the fairest prices. You will always find some of the most interesting items from week to week. Antique Seth Thomas Mantel Clock Parlor Shelf Clock Reverse Painted Tablet. Offered here is an antique Seth Thomas mantel (shelf) clock featuring a classic architectural case with an octagonal bezel and a decorative lower glass panel depicting a bird motif. The interior retains its original Seth Thomas label reading “Seth Thomas, Thomaston, Connecticut, Warranted Good, ” along with period instructions, adding to its authenticity and appeal. This is a key-wind mechanical movement example, accompanied by its pendulum, winding key, and suspension components as shown. The painted dial with Roman numerals has a nicely aged appearance, and the case shows honest wear consistent with age, giving it a strong early American character. This clock is being offered as a restoration or display piece. The case has looseness at the joints and visible separation at the base corners. The steel suspension spring/leader that the pendulum hangs from will need to be replaced. Due to these issues, the clock is not currently in running condition and has not been tested for timekeeping accuracy. The dial shows areas of paint loss and flaking. The lower glass with bird decoration shows wear and partial loss to the surrounding decoration. The wood case exhibits surface wear, finish loss, scratches, and age-related patina throughout. The back panel and interior show dust and age as expected. Despite the condition issues, this is a desirable Seth Thomas example with good bones, original components present, and strong potential for restoration or parts use. It displays well as-is for a primitive or early American aesthetic. Item pictured is the item you will receive. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog.