Cottage clocks were a were low priced clocks usually with a wooden case and were designed to be small and compact, for use in small cottages or rural homes. The case was usually made of wood with a painted or stained finish, while the clock faces round or oval in shape, and were typically white with black numbers and hands. Some of these clocks featured a raised or embossed design on the face, such as a floral or vine pattern. Some cottage clocks also featured a simple moon dial, which indicated the phase of the moon.

The movements of 19th century cottage clocks were often made of brass and were powered by a weight-driven mechanism, which required winding every eight days. Some cottage clocks also featured a pendulum, which helped to regulate the timekeeping.

Cottage clocks were sold by clockmakers and general stores and were considered a practical and more...

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Sessions Oak Cottage Clock with 8-Day Striking Movement

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An Ansonia cottage clock, in polished wood case, paper Roman numeral dial and visible pendulum. (working, with key & pendelum). Height 60 cm

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