Vintage Industrial Metal Magneta Factory Railway Wall Clock, circa.1940

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About the Item

Beautiful industrial clock made in England by well known clock makers Magneta Electric. c.1940

This clock has been left in original condition with faux bronze painted surround. Original hands running on a high torque Quartz movement for modern convenience. Makers label to rear of clock.

About the maker
The Magneta Time Co. were based at the Goblin Works factory in Leatherhead, Surrey. As a company there were instrumental in the development of public clocks with many still found at railway stations today. They manufactured synchronous, impulse, turret and even advertising clocks where commissioned by architects. Outside of clocks they also produced fire alarms, telephones, loudspeakers and many other electrical items.Dimensions: Height: 3.55 in (9 cm)Diameter: 20.87 in (53 cm)Style: Industrial (Of the Period)Materials and Techniques: Glass,Metal,PressedPlace of Origin: EnglandPeriod: 1940-1949Date of Manufacture: 1940sCondition: GoodRewired. Wear consistent with age and use.Seller Location: London, GBReference Number: Seller: AW-12171stDibs: LU6522241005922