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Vintage Industrial Copper Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930
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Beautiful example of the iconic wall clock made in England by renowned electrical manufactures Gents of Leicester. c.1930
The metal casing has been stripped of paint to show the elegant copper beneath. The 18" dial with black arabic numerals and the Gents of Leicester manufacturing logo. Some small dents and dings to the copper casing. The arrowed hands converted to run on a high torque Quartz movement for modern convenience.
About the maker
Gents of Leicester was formed in 1872 by John Thomas Gent and later registered as Gent & Co. In 1903 they produced an electric clock system labelled as the 'Pul-syn-etic' - a master and slave series of clocks that would go on to revolutionise the workplace and public spaces alike. Gents' electric clocks can still be found in public buildings, railway stations and factories all over the world to this day - a testament to their superior design, build and quality. In the field of electric clocks, Gents products were routinely specified by architects for their simple style, quality, reliability and foolproof installation in any situation.
- Creator:Gents of Leicester (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 3.35 in (8.5 cm)Diameter: 19.69 in (50 cm)
- Style:Industrial (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1930s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: AW-13811stDibs: LU6522244163502
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