Antique English Iron Clock Dial Face Industrial Fully Working

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A lovely antique English iron clock dial dating from circa 1880. Reclaimed from the workshop of a crumbling works by our buyer, it bears the scars of a hard life. Beautifully patinated with an ancient craquelure, paint loss and rust. The fine, once blued steel hands have succumbed to many years of rust.

Originally a mechanical fusee movement, this was damaged and mostly missing. Our clockmaker has skilfully fitted a quartz battery movement for ease and reliability, while retaining the beautiful original hands, hand washer and winding shaft. A hanging bracket is fitted to the rear. A unique timepiece for anywhere in your home. Measures: 12″ in diameter.Dimensions: Height: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Diameter: 12 in (30.48 cm)Style: Industrial (Of the Period)Materials and Techniques: Iron,PaintedPlace of Origin: EnglandPeriod: 19th CenturyDate of Manufacture: circa 1880Condition: DistressedRepaired: Fully working quartz battery movement. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. original paint has losses, rust, scratches and a rusted hole. Hands have rusted.Seller Location: Belper, GBReference Number: Seller: 33191stDibs: LU2496324108952