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Art Deco Green Glass Mantle Clock by Gec, England, C1937
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Art Deco Green Glass Mantle Clock by Gec, England, C1937

1920 - 1940
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Modernist 1930s Art Deco Clock by English makers GEC, runs on electric, so plug in and go! Dating to the 1930's this Art Deco electrical clock is an absolute gem and in remarkable condition with the chrome being almost perfect. Large size so perfect for mantle, desk, table areas. Full working order.

Made by GEC, an amazing company with a British heritage that was in business from 1885 until 1993. On the rear is the encased motor and starting knob.

Synchronous motor with white cable and three pin UK plug. This is a heavy and substantial clock.

Weight: 2.1kgs

Voltage: 240volts

Offered with Free UK mainland Delivery

BIO

Est 1886 General Electric Apparatus Company

G. Binswanger and Company, an electrical goods wholesaler established in London during the 1880s by a German immigrant named Gustav Binswanger (later Byng), was the building block for GEC - General Electric Apparatus Company.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14.5cm (5.71")
Width
20.5cm (8.07")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Declaration

Art Deco World has dated this Green Glass Mantel Clock to the 1930s.

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SA922999
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Description
Modernist 1930s Art Deco Clock by English makers GEC, runs on electric, so plug in and go! Dating to the 1930's this Art Deco electrical clock is an absolute gem and in remarkable condition with the chrome being almost perfect. Large size so perfect for mantle, desk, table areas. Full working order.
fig 1. An Art Deco arched green glass mantel clock featuring a chrome frame and black Roman numerals on a two-tone dial.
fig 1. Art Deco Green Glass Mantle Clock by Gec, England, C1937

Made by GEC, an amazing company with a British heritage that was in business from 1885 until 1993. On the rear is the encased motor and starting knob.

Synchronous motor with white cable and three pin UK plug. This is a heavy and substantial clock.

fig 2. An Art Deco arched green glass mantel clock featuring a chrome frame and black Roman numerals on a two-tone dial.
fig 2. Art Deco Green Glass Mantle Clock by Gec, England, C1937

Weight: 2.1kgs

Voltage: 240volts

Offered with Free UK mainland Delivery

BIO

Est 1886 General Electric Apparatus Company

G. Binswanger and Company, an electrical goods wholesaler established in London during the 1880s by a German immigrant named Gustav Binswanger (later Byng), was the building block for GEC - General Electric Apparatus Company.

Height
14.5cm (5.71")
Width
20.5cm (8.07")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Date of Manufacture

Art Deco World has dated this Green Glass Mantel Clock to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA922999
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Archive I An Art Deco arched green glass mantel clock featuring a chrome frame and black Roman numerals on a two-tone dial.

Art Deco Green Glass Mantle Clock By GEC, England, c1937

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An Art Deco arched green glass mantel clock featuring a chrome frame and black Roman numerals on a two-tone dial.
Art Deco Green Glass Mantle Clock By GEC, England, c1937
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An Art Deco arched green glass mantel clock featuring a chrome frame and black Roman numerals on a two-tone dial.
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FAQs

Art Deco clocks from the 1930s are characterised by geometric forms, bold typography, and modern industrial materials such as chrome, bakelite, and tinted plate glass. Influenced by streamlined modernism, these timepieces favoured clean arching silhouettes and high-contrast dials over traditional ornate wooden cases.

Clocks from this period commonly featured heavy bevelled or tinted plate glass panels, polished chrome-plated metal mounts, and silvered or two-tone dial faces. The internal movements were typically mechanical brass spring-driven mechanisms or early synchronous electric motors designed for household mains supply.

Authentic pieces generally display period-correct details such as crisp bevelled glass edges, heavy chrome fittings with age-appropriate light patina, and characteristic 1930s font styling on the numerals. Look for manufacturer marks, serial numbers, or country of origin stamps on the dial or movement backplate.

Position the clock on a sleek fireplace mantelpiece, sideboard, or executive desk to act as a structured focal point. Its geometric lines and reflective surfaces contrast well against textured plaster, dark painted walls, or contemporary minimalist joinery.

Clean glass panels using a soft microfibre cloth slightly dampened with water, avoiding harsh chemicals that could damage dial surfaces or metal plating. For chrome components, wipe gently with a dry microfibre cloth to remove fingerprints and prevent moisture accumulation.
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