Large Checked Scrollwork Mantle Clock

The Reclaimed Architectural Scrollwork Timepiece: A Studio Salvage Original

HISTORY & PROVENANCE: This is not a mass-produced home accessory; it is a labor of love and a testament to the art of the rescue. This piece began its life as a rare, hand-crafted metal architectural study that was destined for the scrap heap due to industrial manufacturing flaws. It was salvaged by the Crafty Hobbit Studio and brought through an extensive restoration process.

The entirety of this heavy-gauge metal was addressed—from grinding down rough industrial welds to resurfacing and filling structural points—to create a smooth, gallery-ready canvas. What was once a discarded "error" has been meticulously reimagined as a bold, functional work of maximalist art.

ARTISAN DETAILS: The finishig touch of this transformation is the intricate, hand-rendered checkered pattern. Unlike manufctured designs, each square is painted with an artist’s eye for symmetry and movement, wrapping seamlessly across the heavy-duty metal frame, blending the metal inperfections into a fluid, unform piece.

The clock face features stunning raised-relief Roman numerals and elegant flourishes of scrollwork. To highlight these architectural details, I have applied a signature vintage gold gilding that catches the light and provides a rich, "Gallery-Tier" contrast against the high-octane black and white checks. This juxtaposition of sharp geometry and soft, gilded curves creates a piece that is as much a sculpture as it is a timepiece.

The Build: Crafted from heavy-duty metal, this clock possesses a significant "heft" (measuring 11" x 11" x 1.5") that signals its true artisanal quality.

Versatile Display: This piece comes accompanied by a custom-fit display easel for a commanding presence on a mantel, desk, or bookshelf. The design also allows for wall-mounting to serve as a focal point on a gallery wall.

Silent Movement: Integrated with a reliable quartz clock movement (requires one AA battery, not included) to ensure functional beauty for years to come.

One-of-a-Kind: As a "Studio Salvage" original, this timepiece retains the original surface textures and various shallow divots characteristic of its true salvage nature and industrial origin. These character marks are considered essential to the item's unique aesthetic and contribute to its status as a verified artist-customized salvage original.

COLLECTOR’S NOTES: 

Included with your acquisition is a Certificate of Authenticity, documenting the provenance and restoration of this specific work. This timepiece is designed for the bold decorator—the collector who believes that even the most "broken" things can be elevated into something magnificent.

Also included with your acquisition is a Retail Valuation Certificate documenting the fair market retail value as derived from a comprehensive analysis of current market trends for comparable artisan pieces.