MCM Art Deco Jaz Najic Alarm Clock: French Vintage Display (c. 1950s)

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Rare & Original MCM Art Deco Jaz Najic French Alarm Clock for your consideration. The clock measures approx. 3 1/4 … Read more Rare & Original MCM Art Deco Jaz Najic French Alarm Clock for your consideration. The clock measures approx. 3 1/4 inches wide, 2 1/2 inches tall, and 2 inches deep. French, c. 1941-1967. Hand painted dial. Metal clock with marbleized design and gold gilt stylized motifs on either side of circular clock face. Hour, minute and second hands. Decorative brass stand. Very good vintage condition. Shows minor wear commensurate with age and use. Clock does not currently work. Appears to be over-wound. Clock hands do still function properly. See photos. Displays lovely, Scarce!

A Brief History: Around 1924, Jaz began exporting clocks throughout Europe, to the Americas and the Far-East. New alarm clock models began filling the shelves in the 30s and Jaz strongly promoted the idea of a clocks in every room, including the kitchen. When the Third Reich invaded France, the Nazis objected to the use of the word JAZ because it was believed to be a symbol of American music. To circumvent their objection and prevent the closure of their production plants, the directors explained that the name JAZ referred to a small bird, the Jaseur Boréal and bore no relation to "Jazz" music. As a result, all clocks manufactured beginning in 1942, had a little bird stamped above the Jaz name. The bird's tail was depicted downward, until 1967, and was changed upward thereafter. See less