Art Deco wall clock

Object discription

About 'Art Deco wall clock'

decorative vintage wall clock in Neoclassical Revival style, likely dating from the early to mid-20th century. It features fine materials and rich ornamental symbolism, making it as much a sculptural artwork as a timepiece.

Type

Decorative pendulum wall clock (exact mechanism not visible)
Suspended with a metal chain—designed to hang on the wall like a plaque or relief
🧱 Materials
Marble or alabaster (variegated red and cream tones)
Gilt bronze or spelter decorative elements
Possibly onyx or breccia marble in the lower segment
🎨 Design Features
Clock face:
Semicircular (fan shape) with classic Roman numerals
Gilt background with dark red/black markings
Two winding holes (suggesting an 8-day mechanical movement)

Centerpiece:
A pair of gilded doves or lovebirds, sitting on a floral nest — a classical symbol of love, fidelity, and harmony
Perched atop a small architectural niche or altar with Corinthian-style elements

Overall aesthetic:
Highly ornate, inspired by French Empire and Rococo revival
Suggests luxury and romanticism, ideal for classical interiors