Antique Swedish Mora Clock – Decorative Painted Finish
£1,000.00
A wonderfully characterful Swedish Mora clock, featuring an elegant, sculptural case with a distinctive rounded clock face, beautifully shaped body and decorative hand-painted detailing to the crown.
Finished in a muted green paint with contrasting cream and terracotta accents, this charming clock has a lovely aged appearance, full of country-house character. The attractive painted dial features traditional numerals and ornate hands, making it a striking decorative centrepiece for a farmhouse kitchen, country cottage or traditional interior.
**A little history**
Mora clocks originated in the Mora district of Dalarna, Sweden, during the late 18th and 19th centuries. They became particularly popular during the 19th century, when local farming families produced clock cases during the quieter winter months. Their distinctive curvaceous shapes and painted finishes have since become synonymous with traditional Swedish country interiors.
This example has a particularly appealing decorative presence, with its unusual proportions and folk-art-inspired painted crest.
A lovely statement piece for collectors of antique clocks and lovers of Scandinavian country furniture.
This example has a key and weights but we are unsure if it works .. we sell these as more decorative items than working clocks.
This has cracked glass in the circle on the main body.
The original convex glass on the face is perfect.
Stands 2080 tall x 570 wide x 250 deep
