Checked Clock Whimsy Timepiece

ART OF THE RESCUE
Found tucked away as a forgotten timekeeper, this rare mixed-media piece stood out immediately for its architectural integrity—a solid turned-wood head and base paired with heavy wrought steel scrollwork that has become nearly impossible to source in today’s mass-market landscape. Restoring its character meant honoring those classic lines: the clock ring and pedestal rim were meticulously hand-painted with signature black-and-white check work, while rich metallic gold gilding wax was hand-rubbed across the ironwork to highlight its vintage scroll detail. It leaves the bench fully rehabilitated—a piece of history rescued, reimagined, and ready to bring a touch of whimsical clockwork heritage into a new home..

STUDIO SPECS
• Object Origin: Rare Mixed-Media Pedestal Rescue
• Investment Level: Artisan Curio – (Multi-Hour Studio Project)
• Artistic Focus: Curios & Novelties Art Collection - Hand-rendered, custom designed décor
• Asset Value: $115.00 – $135.00 (Appraised)

ARTISAN DETAILS
This lovely clock head and tiered pedestal base are crafted from solid wood, joined with an intricate design of forged wrought steel scrolls. Black-and-white checks are carefully hand-painted around the outer clock ring and base rim. The black surfaces are distressed with rich metallic gold gilding wax to bring out the architectural depth of the metalwork. The back of the clock head features a clever swivel-plate wooden door that conceals the battery housing for a clean 360-degree display.

QUALITY & PRESENCE
Measurements: 9 inches tall, 4.5 inches wide; weight 1 lb.
Operation: (1) AA battery (not included).

INVESTMENT & EQUITY
This piece has undergone a comprehensive market valuation analysis and includes a Retail Valuation Certificate with purchase, establishing its value at $115.00 – $135.00 USD. This documented value, paired with my offer price, provides collectors with an immediate established value of the purchase along with instant initial equity up to the certified retail value of $135.00—providing the confidence that you are acquiring a piece with a documented market value that meets and exceeds your acquisition cost.

USING THE THIRD-PARTY VALUATION RANGE DATA:
Floor value – the starting appraisal baseline of a general retail market value
Top value – the best estimated general retail market value without collector’s value consideration
Collector’s value – not provided, specialty auction required to establish unique collector value
Ask/Listing price – third party recommended list price considers the custom design, detailing, market exclusivity and marketplace exposure to ensure paced movement of the artist’s inventory

AUTHENTICITY
A Certificate of Authenticity is included with this item.

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