I kept on going back to this clock because of it's uniqueness and couldn't understand why I liked it so much. The description states the clock is an antique style, but in my opinion the wrought iron look of this particular clock was a bit modern, and I do not like modern. I decided after my tenth viewing to purchase the darn thing and figure out my obsession.  Wow, was I stunned when I opened the box. At that moment I thought I could have had a great career as a designer because subconsciously I saw the clock matching perfectly with my dark wood antique furniture. I'm so glad I listened to my "sixth" sense and purchased the Howard Miller Clock.  I love it!