Clock

hi any clock experts that could give me some information on this mantle clock please , says depose on bottom . Thanks

 

French carriage clock maybe?

 

In the cover it is dated 1893 the mark is S”” E I think

 

I think shnell & langsam......or fast & slow...
but aren't those straight pins indicative of French design???

 

that was my 1st impression......maybe not my best !

 

could it be S and F for slow and fast ?

 

It is French, a basic timepiece in a carriable design, not a carriage clock. It is slow and fast on the cylinder escapement, essentially a block of wood with a movement inserted.

 

It is French........
see, I learned that from you !!!!