Mantel Clocks - Different Styles for Different Tastes

Mantel clocks have come a long way since they first popped up atop fireplaces ages ago. Today, a mantel clock does not have to sit on the mantel, but still look great as the centerpiece of your mantelpiece. Their varied past saw mantelpiece clocks as the only one in the home, so they were specially made to be showpieces as well. For this reason, they are still incredibly popular today as decorative pieces in addition to collectibles. Small enough to fit into any space, they are available in four main styles, all of which are available at Clockstyle.com.

Tambour Clocks

This style of mantel clock has traditional look that sits on a mantel. This sweeping version is graceful, beautiful, and classic. Just because the Tambour clock is the most classic style, it is certainly not stymied. Look at the Darlington Tambour Clock for a crisp, modern twist on an old classic. For those individuals looking a more traditional look, consider the popular Howard Miller Burton II Mantel Clock.

Carriage Clocks

Carriage clocks are another traditional style and are valued for their portability. Typically, a carriage style has a handle on top and is a highly collectible mantel clock. They are usually equipped with a series of chimes, such as the Westminster chimes found in the Symphony Mantel Clock by Bulova.

Bracketed Clocks

Bracketed clocks work on a pendulum system, but are small enough to fit into a tabletop or mantel case. The Seiko Westminster Quarter Hour Mantel Clock is a perfect example of a traditional clock with a modern twist. Using contemporary metals, this lovely clock is great for your mantelpiece, desk, or tabletop in any space. The Bulova Abbeville Clock could easily be a collectible of the past, but uses modern workings to keep amazingly accurate time.

Decorative Clocks

Finally, decorative clocks are the fourth and final style of mantel clock. These clocks are a mixture of the previous styles and often combine the looks of two styles. For example, the Howard Miller South Harbor Mantel Clock has a nautical theme and appears as a double Tambour clock. A wide array of decorative clocks is available at Clockstyle.com.