Antique E. Ingraham "Minerva" Oak Gingerbread Mantel Clock – Working Perfectly

Brand: E. Ingraham Company Model: Minerva Era/Age: Antique / Early 20th Century (Circa 1900–1910) Material: Pressed Solid Oak Power Source: 8-Day Mechanical (Wind-up) Chime Sequence: Hourly count & Half-hour strike Dimensions: 22.5” H x 15” W x 4.75” D An absolutely exceptional example of an early 1900s E. Ingraham "Minerva" model gingerbread shelf/mantel clock. Crafted in Bristol, Connecticut, this piece is in immaculate aesthetic and mechanical condition. This movement has been completely overhauled by a professional local clocksmith. It has logged less than 30 days of pristine test-running time since its complete mechanical restoration. It keeps excellent, reliable time. KEY FEATURES & FUNCTIONALITY: Flawless Pressed Oak Case: The solid oak housing is in pristine, excellent condition. The deep, symmetrical Victorian relief carvings remain extraordinarily sharp, well-defined, and retain their gorgeous original luster without dry-rotting, warping, or modern poly-refinishing. Authenticity Guaranteed: Features the crisp, original factory-stamped circular "E. Ingraham Co." trademark on the chime mounting.. Perfect Mechanical Operation: Outfitted with a premium 8-day time and strike movement. It beautifully chimes a rich tone sequentially on the hour (e.g., 4 strikes for 4:00) and passes a single strike on the half-hour. Complete & Ready to Display: Includes the stunning, highly detailed original floral-motif brass pendulum bob (with an adjustable rating nut for time calibration) and the original dual-ended brass winding key. SPECIFICATIONS: Height: 22.5 inches Width: 15 inches Depth: 4.75 inches CONDITION NOTES: The clock is cosmetically beautiful and mechanically perfect. The glass face/door door is crisp and clear. The movement is clean, freshly oiled with high-grade synthetic clock oil, and completely dial-in.