Clock - Wood - 1940-1950
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French Vedette Art Deco / Mid-Century Modern mantel clock dating to circa 1940–1950, with a wooden case and brass-toned details, a mechanical 7-day movement and half-hour striking on multiple gongs, in excellent, barely used condition and in working order.
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Vintage Art Deco mantel clock by Vedette, produced in France circa 1940s–1950s.
This elegant mechanical mantel clock features a refined late Art Deco / Mid-Century Modern design with an elongated wooden case, sculptural geometric lines, and a beautifully shaped dial with stylized numerals and original hands. The warm wood veneer combined with brass-tone details gives the piece a sophisticated French decorative character.
The clock is equipped with a mechanical 7-day movement and striking mechanism with multiple gong rods, producing a rich chime on the half hours and hours. A striking decorative piece as well as a collectible example of French mid-century clockmaking.
Details:
* Brand: Vedette
* Country of origin: France
* Period: circa 1940s–1950s
* Style: Art Deco / Mid-Century Modern
* Material: wood, metal, glass
* Mechanical winding movement
* 7-day movement
* Half-hour striking on multiple gongs
* Original dial and hands
* Includes winding key
Condition:
Good vintage condition with signs of age and use consistent with time. Minor surface wear, scratches, and patina visible on the case and metal details. Please carefully review all photos for the exact condition of the item.
An elegant and authentic French mantel clock with timeless Art Deco character and beautiful proportions.
Vintage Art Deco mantel clock by Vedette, produced in France circa 1940s–1950s.
This elegant mechanical mantel clock features a refined late Art Deco / Mid-Century Modern design with an elongated wooden case, sculptural geometric lines, and a beautifully shaped dial with stylized numerals and original hands. The warm wood veneer combined with brass-tone details gives the piece a sophisticated French decorative character.
The clock is equipped with a mechanical 7-day movement and striking mechanism with multiple gong rods, producing a rich chime on the half hours and hours. A striking decorative piece as well as a collectible example of French mid-century clockmaking.
Details:
* Brand: Vedette
* Country of origin: France
* Period: circa 1940s–1950s
* Style: Art Deco / Mid-Century Modern
* Material: wood, metal, glass
* Mechanical winding movement
* 7-day movement
* Half-hour striking on multiple gongs
* Original dial and hands
* Includes winding key
Condition:
Good vintage condition with signs of age and use consistent with time. Minor surface wear, scratches, and patina visible on the case and metal details. Please carefully review all photos for the exact condition of the item.
An elegant and authentic French mantel clock with timeless Art Deco character and beautiful proportions.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Material
Wood
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
8 day movement
Striking
half hour, multiple gongs
Country of origin
France
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Height
21 cm
Width
52.5 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
Weight
2665 g
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