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Up for sale or buy-it-now is a truly stunning, high-end piece of vintage Southwestern artistry. This is an authentic, bench-made live edge wood slab wall clock created by the boutique artisan workshop “Clocks with Class” out of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Hand-dated July 3, 1983, and signed by the maker with the initials “C.G.”, this exceptional 40-year-old piece perfectly bridges premium rustic lodge elegance and retro Mid-Century Modern design.
Key Features & Provenance:
- Artisan Provenance: Features the original brass foil company label from Albuquerque, N.M., alongside the handwritten creation date (7-3-83) and circled artist initials (C.G.) on the reverse side.
- Premium Materials: Crafted from a massive, 1.5-inch thick cross-section slab of native Southwestern Juniper or Cedar wood, showcasing a dramatic, naturally feathered raw live edge.
- Luxury Accents: The clock face is beautifully inlaid with genuine raw turquoise stone nuggets as hour markers, perfectly complemented by raised, polished brass Roman numerals and elegant brass hands.
- Superior Japanese Movement: Equipped with its original, high-quality Tochigi Tokei Co. Ltd. quartz motor made in Japan. This is a highly reliable, translucent-cased vintage mechanism featuring the classic manual Start/Stop toggle switch.
- Mirror-Gloss Finish: The front face features a thick, poured high-gloss lacquer/epoxy finish that beautifully magnifies the rich, fiery amber tones of the natural wood grain.
Dimensions & Specifications:
- Length: 15 inches
- Height: 7 inches
- Thickness: 1.5 inches
- Weight: 1 pound, 12.2 ounces (unpacked)
- Power Source: Requires one standard AA battery (not included)
Condition Report:
This clock is in fantastic, fully functional vintage condition. It has been carefully tested with a fresh battery, and the premium Japanese movement runs smoothly and keeps perfect time. The glossy finish on the front face remains vibrant, crystal clear, and completely free of the common “milky” clouding often found on pieces of this age. The reverse raw wood side is clean, and the hanging hardware is securely fastened.
Shipping & Handling:
This is a dense, high-end collectible. It will be packed with professional-grade care, featuring an integrated cardboard shield to protect the fragile brass hands, followed by multiple layers of heavy-duty bubble wrap inside a sturdy corrugated box. It will ship via calculated ground shipping to ensure it arrives safely at your doorstep.
