Functional object - Wall Clock

Historical information

This clock is of modern manufacture, replicating the design of early 20th century kitchen clocks.

Significance

The kitchen wall clock is displayed as an example of an early 20th-century clock. It is used to demonstrate the progression of clock design over the past century.

Physical description

Clock, wall type, octagonal shape wood case, glass face, pendulum, Roman numerals, hinged door, battery operated. Inscription on dial and inside battery compartment. Japanese manufacture.

Inscriptions & markings

On dial :"Security". Inside case "Made in Japan"

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