Mantel clock - Art Deco - Lacquered brass

Classic Art Deco mantel clock (circa 1920–1930) crafted in a distinctive, geometric wooden case. The cabinet is made of sturdy quarter-sawn oak with a deep, dark finish. The clean, angular shapes of the case and the semi-circular wooden supports on the sides are characteristic of the Amsterdam School and the Art Deco style of the early 20th century. The dial is a striking bronze rendition with beautifully geometric scales. Almost floral in motif. The Roman numerals are raised along the edge, paired with stylized black hands. It is a mechanical 8-day clock with a pendulum. It is equipped with a bim-bam strike on a spiral gong, as seen on the rear of the clock. This produces a characteristic, warm sound on the hour and half-hour. On the front of the dial there are two holes for the winding key (one for the going train, one for the strike). There have been no restorations. The wood has some damage to the back door of the movement, and unfortunately the original winder is no longer present. Otherwise completely ready to be beautifully displayed on your mantelpiece.

Estimate:£711.6

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