Mantel clock - Marble, Alabaster - 1940-1950

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Paula Martin-Calero Toro
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Selected by Paula Martin-Calero Toro

Holds a degree in art history; over six years cataloguing and appraising antiques.

Estimate  € 160 - € 200
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Art Deco table clock dating to the 1940s, with a carved dove in light stone (alabaster and marble), mechanical 8-day movement, no striking, made in Italy, in good used condition and functioning, with winding key.

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Description from the seller

Table Clock Art Deco with a dove carved in natural stone – Working

Elegant vintage table clock, probably dating from the first half of the 20th century, featuring a refined sculpture depicting a dove with outstretched wings, made of light-colored stone material, presumably marble or alabaster.

The sculpture rests on a geometric architectural structure in light stone, enriched with multicolored decorative inserts, in the Art Deco style.

Main features:

* Type: decorative table clock
* Style: Art Deco
* Period attributed: first half of the 20th century
* Material: presumably marble or alabaster
* Decoration: dove with outstretched wings
* Circular dial with Arabic numerals
* Gold-colored metal frame
* Mechanical movement
* Working condition: functioning
* Heavy and solid construction

Condition

The object shows signs of aging consistent with its age, light wear on the surface and on the metal frame, as well as possible small imperfections of the sculpture, visible in the photographs.

The clock has been checked and is functioning. A professional accuracy check has not been performed.

Collectible item

An interesting example of 20th-century decorative clockmaking, particularly suitable for collectors of antique clocks, Art Deco objects and ornamental sculptures.

The photographs are an integral part of the description.

Table Clock Art Deco with a dove carved in natural stone – Working

Elegant vintage table clock, probably dating from the first half of the 20th century, featuring a refined sculpture depicting a dove with outstretched wings, made of light-colored stone material, presumably marble or alabaster.

The sculpture rests on a geometric architectural structure in light stone, enriched with multicolored decorative inserts, in the Art Deco style.

Main features:

* Type: decorative table clock
* Style: Art Deco
* Period attributed: first half of the 20th century
* Material: presumably marble or alabaster
* Decoration: dove with outstretched wings
* Circular dial with Arabic numerals
* Gold-colored metal frame
* Mechanical movement
* Working condition: functioning
* Heavy and solid construction

Condition

The object shows signs of aging consistent with its age, light wear on the surface and on the metal frame, as well as possible small imperfections of the sculpture, visible in the photographs.

The clock has been checked and is functioning. A professional accuracy check has not been performed.

Collectible item

An interesting example of 20th-century decorative clockmaking, particularly suitable for collectors of antique clocks, Art Deco objects and ornamental sculptures.

The photographs are an integral part of the description.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Alabaster, Marble
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
8 day movement
Striking
Not striking
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
23 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
Weight
1100 g
Winding key
Yes
ItalyVerified
Private

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