Clocks

Stunning Art Deco Herman Miller Clock with Brass Trim + Exotic Wood Veneer

Beautiful Art Deco Rohde Clock with Brass Trim + Exotic Wood Veneer

Beautiful Gilbert Rohde attributed Art Deco clock made for the Herman Miller Clock Company in Zeeland, Michigan.  This model is pictured in their 1935 and 1937 catalogs and is shown as # 4717.  Strong Art Deco elements are at the very heart of this model's design. The case of Maple Burl + Macassar Ebony makes the clock stand out.  The dial is silver plated with lithographed numbers.  The bezel around the convex glass covering the face is brushed brass, as are the six ball feet. The condition of this clock can only be described as near mint. Wood case has been refinished and looks great with a beautiful lustre. Brass trim has been cleaned. The clock is fitted with the original manual starting electric movement with starter wheel that is in working condition at this time.  Power cord has been replaced with a period correct replacement. This table clock measures approximately: 5.25" high by 7.75" wide by 2.0" deep. There is no guarantee of accuracy with it keeping time. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Gilbert Rohde Clock 6381 for Herman Miller Rare Pre-Production Model - Art Deco

Rare + Beautiful Gilbert Rohde Clock with Thermometer/Humidity Gauge

Rare Gilbert Rohde Art Deco clock from the series of clocks designed for Herman Miller with "Air-Guide" feature. The clock is Number 6381 in the Herman Miller company literature and was shown in the 1937 catalog. Strong Art Deco elements are at the very heart of this model's design, including the brushed nickel plated face plate with the black footed case of Macassar Ebony, + three brushed metal speed-lines affixed to the top of clock. The brushed silver painted clock + "Air-Guide" thermometer/humidity faces have streamline numerals, red + black hands, and a red second hand that heighten the appeal of this rare clock. This is a truly a striking design. This clock varies from the standard model 6381 in 3 ways: the face is marked Herman Miller, the "puck" feet on the bottom of case are smaller in diameter, model # not stamped into case bottom.  This is believed to be an early production or prototype of this model. The condition of this is all original showing some crazing on the Macassar Ebony finish and some cracking of the veneer on the left side(see photo).  Both dial glasses are original with no cracks or chips. Dial faces are original and show some light wear consistent with the age of the clock. The clock is fitted with the original movement with starter wheel that is in working condition at this time. Power should be replaced. Clock case can be refinished if requested + a new cord installed. Clock measures 5.75" high by 10" wide by 2.25" deep. There is no guarantee of accuracy with clock keeping time. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.

George Nelson "Masonite" 4767 Mid-Century Table Howard Miller Clock

Early 1949 Nelson Design with Map-Pin Hour Markers

Rare 1949 George Nelson designed "Masonite", wood and metal table clock made by Howard Miller clock Company of Zeeland, Michigan. Showcased is an early and rare version of the "Masonite" 4767 clock. The large round clock face with a thin band of wood surround, bent metal base that gently leans back and the map-pin hour markers truly showcase George Nelson's use of a wide variety of materials and design elements. Clock is in great original condition and signed with decal manufacturer's label on the back of wood clock case - this beautiful clock has not been touched. Dark gray Masonite face has a few small white marks as well as the wood face surround. The original enameled gray metal base + gray lacquered wood clock body has some minor paint wear consistent with age and careful use. Aluminum hands are original are close to perfect and the often missing red second hand has a slight bend in it. Clock is in working condition with a long cord. Clock Measures approximately: 7" high with base by 3" deep. There is no guarantee of accuracy with it keeping time. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Watermelon Red Catalin Waterbury Clock

Beautiful Watermelon red catalin Waterbury Model Catalin model No. 2.  This beautiful arched shaped clock was made in the 1930's by the Waterbury Clock Co. out of Waterbury, Connecticut. Catalin case is faintly swirled with a lighter watermelon and orange-yellow. The clock is made from a heavy and chunky piece of catalin. Glossy clock case has no cracks, chips or repairs. Silver clock face and surround is original and in good condition with some wear consistent with age and use. Measures approximately: 4" high by 4.75" wide at base, by 1.75" deep. Clock is sold "as-is + untested", appears complete. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Azure Blue Seth Thomas Catalin Bakelite Clock

Seldom Seen Azure Blue Marbleized Catalin Clock

Stunning 1Seth Thomas 24 hour Azure Blue Catalin alarm clock. This is a rare beauty!  This little bright Azure Blue clock has been polished back to its original color and is absolutely incredible + bright.  The glossy Catalin case has beautiful white marbleizing that really adds dimension to this great clock. Brass trim is bright. The clock's Catalin case is mint with no scratches, chips, or fleabites. Measures approximately: 4.40" wide by 3.50" high by 1.25" deep.  Clock is currently not working. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Beautiful Fluted Bakelite Clock by New Haven in Red + Onyx Green

Seldom Seen Model in a Great Color Combo

Beautiful small round catalin desk clock made by New Haven in bright red fluted case surround wit an onyx green face. The faintly swirled wide fluted red catalin case is highlighted by the onyx green front and rear surround. Held at a slight inclination with two brass ball feet.  These New Haven clocks were marketed as "Catalin Clocks in Smart New Designs" as seen in the attached advertisement. This is a seldom seen Art Deco Catalin Bakelite New Haven desk clock from the 1930's. These little catalin clocks look great as a collection as seen in the last photo. Clock is in great condition showing only a small amount of wear consistent with age tot he metal and face. No cracks, chips or repairs. Measures approximately: 4.5" high by 2.25" deep. Clock is is sold "as-is + untested", seems complete. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Reddish-Brown and Butterscotch Catalin Deco Clock Lighter Combo

Seldom Seen Deco Clock Lighter Combo

Deco marbleized reddish-brown and butterscotch black catalin bakelite clock-lighter combination, It is unknown as to who made this as it has no markings that could be found.  The clock's simple rectangular marbleized case placed on a thick beveled butterscotch base makes for a strikingly designed clock.  The original metal lighter securely screws into the top of clock case and the striker is placed on the front of the beveled black base. Clock case has no cracks, chips or repairs; however it does have a couple hairline cracks on the butterscotch base along with some scratches located next to the striker from use. Silver clock face and surround is original and in good condition with some wear consistent with age and use. Measures approximately:  6" wide at base, 3.5" high by 2.5" deep at base. Clock is is sold "as-is + untested", appears complete. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

New Haven Desk Clock in Butterscotch Swirled Case - Delicate Design

Nice Chunky and Heavy Catalin Clock

Catalin Art Deco New Haven Desk Clock in Butterscotch enhanced by marbled swirls of yellow and green giving it beautiful depth.  Clock face is framed in thick swirled housing that is slightly inclined resting on a thick catalin base. These New Haven clocks were marketed as "Catalin Clocks in Smart New Designs". This beautiful clock retains a nice sheen to the catalin case and base with no cracks, chips or repairs. Silver clock face, surround beveled glass is original and in good condition with some wear consistent with age and use. Measures approximately: 4.25" high by 3.25" wide, by 1.75" deep. Clock is sold "as-is + untested", missing second-hand, mechanism appears complete. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Superb 3-Color Emerald Green Laminated Catalin Clock-Lighter Combo

Seldom Seen 3-Color Laminated Catalin Clock Lighter

Rare Deco laminated 3-color catalin bakelite clock-lighter combination. It's not often that you see a catalin clock in marbleized emerald green, red, and swirled yellow. It is unknown as to who made this as it has no markings that could be found.  The clock's vertical design with graceful shoulders is highlighted by the bright emerald green, red and swirled yellow base to make for a strikingly designed clock.  The chromed oval base lighter insert sits securely in the top of case.  These little catalin clocks look great as a collection as seen in the last photo. The glossy catalin clock case has no cracks, chips or repairs. Silver clock face and surround is original and in good condition with some wear consistent with age and use. Measures approximately:  5" high to top of lighter, 3" high by 1" deep. Clock is is sold "as-is + untested", appears complete. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Great Swirled Green with Applesauce Catalin Clock with Elephant

Gold Elephant Encased in Catalin

Great catalin bakelite clock in a rich green yellow swirl with a golden elephant encapsulated in the top apple-juice (clear orange) catalin section.  I have rarely seen this clock and when I have the colors were not as striking. The glossy catalin green case has intense yellow marbleizing that makes this rare clock stand out. The clock face on this example has an intricate Victorian Revival theme. The clock is marked on the face 'Made in Germany' The clock face is original and in good condition. Clock case has no cracks, chips, or repairs. Brass dial surround and back have a some surface wear/corrosion that are consistent with age. Measures approximately: 4" high by 3" wide by 1.5" deep.  Clock does not work as the winder is missing, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it.

Deco Waterbury Clock in Watermelon Red Catalin

Beautiful Chunky Well Made Catalin Clock

Watermelon red catalin Waterbury Model Catalin model No. 2.  This beautiful arched shaped clock was made in the 1930's by the Waterbury Clock Co. out of Waterbury, Connecticut. Catalin case is faintly swirled with a lighter watermelon coloring. The clock is made from a heavy and chunky piece of catalin. Glossy clock case has no cracks, chips or repairs. Silver clock face and surround is original and in good condition with some wear consistent with age and use. Measures approximately: 4" high by 4.75" wide at base, by 1.75" deep. Clock is sold "as-is + untested", appears complete. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Striking Red and Black Catalin Deco Clock Lighter Combo

Seldom Seen Deco Clock Lighter Combo

Deco marbleized red and jet black catalin bakelite clock-lighter combination, It is unknown as to who made this as it has no markings that could be found.  The clock's simple rectangular bright red case placed on a beveled black base make for a strikingly designed clock.  The metal lighter screws into the top of case and the striker is placed on the front of the beveled black base. Glossy clock case and base have no cracks, chips or repairs; however it does have some scratches located next to the striker from use. Silver clock face and surround is original and in good condition with some wear consistent with age and use. Measures approximately:  6" wide at base, 3.5" high by 2.5" deep at base. Clock is is sold "as-is + untested", appears complete. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Herman Miller Catalin Bakeite Clock - Rare Orchid Color

Seldom Seen Herman Miller Chunky Catalin Clock

Clock measures 5.5' high by 4.75' wide by 1/2' thick

Catalin AVON LUX Clock in Marbleized Orchid and Jet Black - Rare

Rare laminated LUX AVON Catalin Bakelite desk clock from the 1930's. This keyhole shaped catalin clock is beautiful with its marbleized orchid case with laminated jet black front and back panels. These design elements really make for great + unique clock. Rarely does this style bakelite clock show up to market. Clock case has no cracks, chips or repairs. Gold clock face and surround is original and in good condition. Measures approximately: 4.5" tall by 4" wide by 2" deep. Clock is is sold "as-is + untested", seems complete and is not over-wound. If you wish to use it daily it, is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Gilbert Rohde Herman Miller 6331 Clock in Walnut

Art Deco Round Gilbert Rohde Clock

Gilbert Rohde designed small Art Deco solid walnut electric clock model # 6331 manufactured by the Herman Miller Clock Company ca. 1933. This clock is an exceptionally clean, moderne design by Gilbert Rohde. The case is solid walnut, with black base, silver dial and black hour markers highlighted by a red second hand. The front bezel of clock curves outwards from the convex clock glass. Art Deco elements are at the very heart of this model's design. The condition of this clock can only be described as near mint. Wood case has been refinished and looks great with a beautiful luster that highlights the original veining of the walnut. The silver dial is lithographed with black deco numerals and imprinted “Herman Miller with logo” and is in great original condition. An example of this model clock is on exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum The small clock measures approximately: 4" wide by 4" high and 2" deep. The clock is fitted with the original self-starting electric movement. Cord has been replaced but clock is not currently working; motor makes noise and try to spin. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Great Emerald Green and Yellow Laminated Bakelite Clock

Stunning Emerald Green with Yellow Catalin Clock

Great Art Deco Catalin 1930's Leonardo small square marbleized emerald green and yellow laminated wind-up desk clock. Gold clock face is original and in good condition. Clock case has no cracks, chips, or repairs. Brass dial surround, ball, and back have a little surface corrosion that are consistent with age. Measures approximately: 3" square by 1.25" deep. There is no guarantee of accuracy with it keeping time. If you wish to use clock daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it, as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Beautiful Fluted Bakelite Clock by New Haven in Red with Green

Great Bright Red + Green Catalin Clock

Beautiful small round catalin desk clock in bright red fluted case with green surround. The fluted red catalin case is highlighted by the dark green front and rear surround. This is a small seldom seen Art Deco Catalin Bakelite New Haven desk clock from the 1930's. These little catalin clocks look great as a collection as seen in the last photo. Clock is in great condition showing only a small amount of wear consistent with age tot he metal and face. Measures approximately: 3.25" high by 1.75" deep. Clock is is sold "as-is + untested", seems complete and is not over-wound. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Red with Yellow Laminated Bakelite Polka-Dot Clock

Incredible Inset Polka-Dot Bakelite Clock

Stunning Catalin Polka-Dot small round desk clock in marbleized red with butterscotch inset dots. This is a small seldom seen Art Deco Catalin Bakelite New Haven desk clock from the 1930's. These little catalin clocks look great as a collection as seen in the last photo. Clock is in great condition showing only a small amount of wear consistent with age. Measures approximately: 3" high by 1.5" deep. Clock is is sold "as-is + untested", seems complete and is not over-wound. If you wish to use it daily, it is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Great 3-Color Laminated Catalin Bakelite Clock

Stunning Watermelon, lettuce green + Sand Colors

Beautiful laminated 3-color catalin bakelite clock....incredible watermelon, lettuce green and sand colored catalin. This is a stunning and rarely seen small rare desk clock.  Bezel of clock it stamped RMS CARINTHIA, the name of an ocean-liner from the 1930s/1940s.  These little catalin clocks look great as a collection as seen in the last photo. Clock case has no cracks, chips or repairs. Dial face, brass dial bezel, brass back plate, movement are original and in nice condition with only a small amount of wear consistent with age and use. Inside of movement is marked LUX. Measures approximately: 3.5" round by 1.75" deep. Clock is being sold "as-is + untested", seems complete and is not over-wound. If you wish to use it daily it, is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.

Catalin Bakelite New Haven 'Dice' Clock - Red with Yellow

Rare Red Catalin Bakelite 'Dice' Clock

New Haven 'Dice' clock in marbleized red catalin bakelite with inset yellow dots. This 1930's small wind-up desk clock is stunning in color and design.  These little catalin clocks look great as a collection as seen in the last photo. Clock face with its Art Deco numerals and design is original + in great condition with only small signs of age and use.  Clock is in great original condition. Brass metal dial surround has a few small dings consistent with age and use. Measures approximately: 2.75" square by 2.5" deep. Clock is 'untested' and 'as-is'.  If you wish to use it daily it, is recommended you have a qualified professional service it as it may need lubrication and calibration.