{"product_id":"kobzar-soviet-mantel-clock-1983","title":"Kobzar (Кобзарь) Soviet Mantel Clock – Neoclassical Wood Case, 1983, For Parts","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kobzar (Кобзарь) is a Soviet mantel clock from the early 1980s with an ornate neoclassical look, a wooden case, gold-tone floral bas-relief and a classic Roman numeral dial. This example has an original hand-engraved metal plaque on top with a birthday dedication dated August 23, 1983. It is not working and is offered for parts, restoration or decorative use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mantel clock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kobzar (Кобзарь)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e NChK-5 (НЧК-5), electronic-mechanical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s, dated 1983 on the dedication plaque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood, with decorative plastic \/ metal front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roman numerals, gold-tone relief decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 cm (13.4 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 cm (7.9 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 cm (4.3 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR (Soviet Union)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot working; sold as-is for parts, restoration or decorative use. The rear panel is missing, which exposes the NChK-5 movement and makes it easy to reach for repair or for fitting a modern quartz mechanism. The wooden case and decorative front are in good vintage condition, with natural patina on the gold-tone elements and minor scuffs on the wood. An original factory paper tag on the bottom shows the model name and movement type. Please see the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hand-engraved plaque gives this clock a personal history, as a gift from 1983, while the case is a good example of late-Soviet decorative design. It will interest collectors of Soviet clocks and anyone planning a restoration, or a retro project that reuses the roomy interior behind the vintage exterior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681915928725,"sku":"EBAY-406890381940","price":91.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/kobzar-soviet-mantel-clock-1983-1.jpg?v=1791721433","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/kobzar-soviet-mantel-clock-1983","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}