25% OFF SALE 1960 Elliott of London Dual-Chime Chinoiserie Lacquer

Elliott of London Westminster / Whittington Chiming 8-Day Mantel Clock artist decorated Chinoiserie lacquer finish on hardwood case Operating sales showrooms and service facilities in the Chicago suburbs during the 1970s, I was proud to offer a wide selection of prestigious Elliott clocks.  Yes; that's The Clocksmith fifty years ago.  Tempus Fugit. T hroughout the late 19th and 20th centuries, J.J. Elliott and F.W. Elliott produced premier quality traditional clocks benchcrafted at the family owned Croydon facility.  The firm was one of less than a handful of British clockmakers operating their own cabinet shop. Elliott steadfastly refused to compromise quality. Not a single element is plastic.  Chinoiserie lacquered cases were the most costly of the mantel and floor clock range.   Original retail price of this model in the early 1960s was around $1,200.  Elliott's proprietary machined brass "T" winding key is unparalleled in the industry. The 8-day spring-driven movement with thick brass plates and cut steel pinions incorporates several features unique to Elliott manufacture.  Among them, a back mounted knob for selecting quarter-hour Westminster chimes on four bronze rods, or eight note Whittington melody.  Hours are counted on three hammers striking simultaneously.  Chimes are automatically silenced at 11:00 PM; returning the next morning at 7:00 - quite civilized!  The jeweled lever escapement platform was produced in France exclusively for Elliott clocks. This 9.25" high x 11.25" wide x 4.75" deep mantel clock displays handsomely.  It is offered in good operating order, checked over to ensure reliability. Kindly review descriptive information and study the photographs for details. NOTE:  An Elliott burr walnut bracket clock is available through Select and Superior.  The listing includes a video demonstrating Whittington chimes.  Please visit to hear the second melody. As a point of comparative reference, the final photograph is a composite image sourced from the Wessex Gallery site. This UK merchant offers a mid 1970s Elliott model #5246 bracket clock with Chinoiserie decoration.  Asking price is $4,500. CONSCIENTIOUSLY PACKED & SHIPPED WORLDWIDE