Scandinavian Wall Clocks

painted Scandinavian Swedish wall clock with acanthus carved cornice, furniture painted Scandinavian Swedish wall clock with acanthus carved cornice, furniture

Reproduction of an C18th Scandinavian wall clock and shelf. Both are copies of Norwegian originals, but painted a Swedish blue grey. The shelf is very elegant with its swag mouldings, picked out with silver details. See the shelves pages.

These top 2 photographs were taken at the biggest Uk interiors trade show Decorex, where we designed & produced all the Scandinavian furniture for Monkwell's large stand, to promote their new Scandinavian range. These wall clocks make a dramatic statement in any interior.

painted Scandinavian Swedish wall clock with acanthus carved cornice, furniture painted Scandinavian Swedish wall clock with acanthus carved cornice, furniture
painted Scandinavian Swedish wall clock with acanthus carved cornice, furniture painted Scandinavian Swedish wall clock with acanthus carved cornice, furniture

Carved wall clocks and ornate shelves with lots of hand carved details were a common feature in C18th Scandinavian houses, especially farm houses. Acanthus carving in a vigorous style was the typical Scandinavian style.

Painted & carved Norwegian Scandinavian wall clock farm folk furniture Painted & carved Norwegian Scandinavian wall clock farm folk furniture
Painted & carved Norwegian Scandinavian wall clock farm folk furniture Painted & carved Norwegian Scandinavian wall clock farm folk furniture

The wall clock is shown above in the original Norwegian colours, predominating in red. It was heavily antiqued to make it look like the original from 200 years ago. It can also be supplied as a wall cupboard. Size 84cm x 46cm x 18cm.




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