1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece

1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece

£445.00
£445.00
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1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
  • 1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece
1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece

1940s Ferranti Copper Wall Clock – Rare Art Deco Industrial British Timepiece

£445.00
£445.00

1940s Ferranti industrial wall clock — rare copper-cased example. A genuine piece of British industrial history, originally installed in a public building during Ferranti's clock-making years at their Hollinwood, Manchester factory. Silent quartz movement, fully working. 36 cm (14¼ inches) diameter. Ready to hang.

Why the copper case matters

Ferranti produced synchronous institutional clocks from 1932 to 1957, supplying railway stations, tram and bus depots, factories, hospitals, and military facilities across Britain. The overwhelming majority were housed in painted iron or steel cases. Copper-cased examples are rarely seen — the warm, burnished tone of the copper gives this clock a completely different character from the standard institutional grey, making it as much a decorative object as a historical artefact.

The clock

The original dial shows natural patina and foxing developed over eight decades — not a flaw, but the authentic mark of a clock that has lived through history. The Art Deco-inspired Arabic numeral dial with its bold, clean numerals and Ferranti maker's marks is exactly as produced. The copper case has been sympathetically cleaned to enhance the warm metal tone while preserving all original character and wear. A new silent quartz movement ensures reliable, quiet everyday timekeeping.

At 36 cm (14¼ inches) diameter and 8 cm depth, it is a genuinely substantial piece — built to be read across a large public room. It works beautifully in a kitchen, hallway, loft apartment, office, studio, or retail space, and sits naturally in industrial, vintage, or contemporary interiors alike.

About Ferranti

Ferranti was founded in 1885 by Sebastian de Ferranti and grew into one of Britain's most significant engineering companies — producing power transformers for the National Grid, radar equipment during the Second World War, and the first commercial computer sold in the UK. Clock production ran from 1932 to 1957 at their Hollinwood, Manchester factory, a relatively brief chapter in a 108-year company history that makes genuine surviving examples all the more collectible. Ferranti ceased trading in 1993.

Specifications

Manufacturer Ferranti Ltd, Hollinwood, Manchester — Made in England
Era 1940s
Case Copper (rare) — sympathetically cleaned
Dial Original — Art Deco Arabic numerals, Ferranti maker's marks, natural patina and foxing
Diameter 36 cm (14¼ inches)
Depth 8 cm (3 inches)
Movement New silent quartz — fully working
Style Industrial, Art Deco, British vintage
Hanging Ready to hang

Condition

Very good vintage condition. The original dial patina and foxing are authentic and characteristic of a genuine piece of this age — adding to rather than detracting from its appeal. The copper case presents beautifully after sympathetic cleaning.

A rare vintage clock and a compelling piece of British industrial and engineering history — an exceptional collector's gift or statement piece for anyone who appreciates industrial chic, authentic patina, or the depth of British manufacturing heritage.

Shipping

Free tracked delivery across the UK. We ship to the United States and internationally — please message us before ordering for an accurate quote. All import duties and taxes are covered upfront for US orders, with no surprise fees on delivery. Every clock is carefully packed to ensure it arrives safely.

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