The term ‘table clock' is used here as a collective name for clocks placed on a table, mantel, or any surface other than the floor. These clocks developed with the introduction of springs to power the mechanism, as opposed to weights that drive long case clocks; providing the opportunity for smaller, more portable, timepieces. Clocks included in this category are: Bracket clocks, Carriage clocks, Mantel clocks and Modern Qartz etc. Bracket Clock - Spring driven clocks first appeared in England in the 17th century and rapidly became the vehicle for clock makers to advertise their skills in design, decoration and functionality to feed demand from wealthy clients and export markets like the Ottoman Empire, China and Russia.
Traditional Floor Clocks - Technically called Longcase clocks but familiar to most as Grandfather clocks and Grandmother clocks, Those on offer at Clocks & Chimes come in a range of solid woods and wood finishes, each housing a quality German engineered mechanical movement. Many of these clocks have chime mechanisms playing melodies such as Westminster chimes - synonymous with British clock making and of course Big Ben. Some clocks have other chimes options, mainly Whittington or St. Michael's chimes, and most have a night silent facility, perfect if you're a light sleeper.
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