{"product_id":"1930s-art-deco-kemp-bros-bristol-inlaid-wooden-mantel-clock","title":"1930s Art Deco Kemp Bros Bristol Inlaid Wooden Mantel Clock","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA striking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1930s Art Deco mantel clock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, retailed by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eKemp Bros of Union Street, Bristol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, with a beautifully geometric wooden case and contrasting inlaid decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe case has a distinctly architectural Art Deco form, with stepped lower corners and bands of contrasting timber surrounding the square silvered dial. The dial is signed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eKemp Bros, Union St. Bristol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e and retains its bold period Arabic numerals and original-style black hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBehind the case is a traditional mechanical movement with pendulum and coiled gong, adding to the clock’s authentic period character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWidth: 29.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHeight: 23.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDepth: 11.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGood antique condition with age-related marks, scratches and surface wear to the case. The dial and metalwork show some tarnishing and spotting consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe particularly like the strong geometric proportions of this clock and the contrasting timber banding. The stepped case and bold numerals give it a very recognisable 1930s Art Deco look, while the Kemp Bros Bristol name adds some interesting regional history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Avego Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60351660687744,"sku":"2409","price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3089\/3353\/files\/Photoroom_20261109_201152.jpg?v=1794257236","url":"https:\/\/avego.co.uk\/products\/1930s-art-deco-kemp-bros-bristol-inlaid-wooden-mantel-clock","provider":"Avego Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}