Art Deco Machine Age Burled Walnut with Aluminum Banded Detail Electric Clock

This Art Deco Machine Age electric clock, crafted in burled walnut with rectilinear aluminum banded detailing, is a quintessential example of streamlined modern design from the United States during the 1930s. Created circa 1935, the clock seamlessly combines rich natural materials with sleek industrial elements, reflecting the Machine Age’s emphasis on innovation and elegant integration of materials and geometric design. The clock’s casing is made from luxuriously figured burled walnut, showcasing its warm tones and intricate swirling grain patterns. The organic richness of the wood is skillfully juxtaposed with the polished aluminum bands that wrap around the rectangular left hand-side of the clock, emphasizing clean lines and geometric symmetry—a hallmark of the Art Deco and Machine Age aesthetic. The clock face is distinct from the era, with slender deco style arabic numerals and open form angular hands with dotted minute indicators, underscoring the focus on functionality and style. The electric mechanism was cutting-edge at the time, symbolizing technological progress and convenience that reflected the forward-thinking ethos of the period and with a chime function. Whether placed in a study, library, or living room, this clock serves as both a functional timepiece and a sculptural work of design history. Its combination of natural sophistication and industrial precision makes it a standout piece for collectors and enthusiasts of Art Deco and the Machine Age. Working and in Excellent Vintage Condition.

American, Circa 1935

Dimensions:

Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm) x Width: 17 in (43.18 cm) x Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)

Style: Art Deco (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques: Aluminum, Walnut

Place of Origin: United States

Period: 1930-1939

Date of Manufacture: circa 1935

Condition: Excellent