Tiffany & Co. Gilt Bronze Rectangular Desk Clock With Volumatic Dial, Circa 1960

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An elegant mid-20th-century desk clock by Tiffany & Co., dating to circa 1960, featuring a refined rectangular form executed in … Read more An elegant mid-20th-century desk clock by Tiffany & Co., dating to circa 1960, featuring a refined rectangular form executed in gilt bronze. Designed as both a functional timepiece and a sophisticated desk accessory, the clock exemplifies the restrained luxury and attention to materials associated with Tiffany & Co. decorative objects of the period.
The rectangular clock case is framed in gilt bronze and features a distinctive Voltomatic-style decorated dial, adding visual depth and character to the otherwise clean architectural form. The clock rests on a substantial rectangular footed base, providing a balanced presentation suitable for a desk, writing table, library, or executive office.
The dial is signed Tiffany & Co. and marked Swiss Made beneath the dial, indicating its Swiss manufacture. The clock is fitted with an electronic movement, reflecting the technological transition in desk clocks during the mid-20th century while retaining the luxurious materials and presentation associated with Tiffany.
Measuring approximately 8¾ inches long, 5.3 inches high, and 2½ inches deep, its generous horizontal proportions make it particularly effective as a decorative desk accessory or as part of a collection of Tiffany & Co. objects and fine mid-century timepiece See less