Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design

Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design

£135.00
£135.00
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Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
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  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
  • Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design
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Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design

Kienzle Sunburst Wall Clock – 1970s Brass Starburst, Mid Century Modern German Design

£135.00
£135.00

Kienzle sunburst wall clock, 1970s — Swiss-made movement, German design. A beautifully crafted brass starburst wall clock with elongated brass-tone radiating rays, polished brass dial, black Roman numerals, white hands, and a red sweep seconds hand. Restored with a new quartz movement, fully working. 39 cm (15½ inches) diameter. Ready to hang.

Kienzle — Germany's oldest clockmaker, founded 1822

Kienzle was founded in Schwenningen, in Germany's Black Forest, in 1822 — making it the oldest clock company in Germany and one of the most storied names in European horology. Over two centuries the company grew from a small workshop producing 20,000 handcrafted wall clocks per year into one of Germany's largest precision manufacturers, supplying dashboard clocks to Mercedes-Benz, Rolls-Royce, and Bentley during the 1960s, and pioneering some of the first solar-powered and quartz clocks ever produced. In the 1960s and 1970s Kienzle was the market leader in Germany — the period during which this sunburst was designed and made. Comparable Kienzle wall clocks appear on 1stDibs at prices averaging $686, reflecting the brand's enduring status among serious collectors and interior designers worldwide.

The clock

The elongated brass-tone rays radiate outward with genuine sculptural depth — catching the light and casting shadows that shift through the day, giving this clock a presence that flat-faced designs simply cannot match. The polished brass dial with black Roman numerals is finished with white hands and a distinctive red sweep seconds hand — a period detail that adds a precise dash of colour against the warm brass.

At 39 cm diameter it is a versatile and well-proportioned piece — commanding enough for a living room or hallway, refined enough for a study or home office. It sits naturally in mid century modern, Eames era, Hollywood Regency, and contemporary interiors alike.

Specifications

Manufacturer Kienzle, Schwenningen, Germany — founded 1822
Era 1970s
Movement Swiss Made — restored with new quartz, fully working
Frame Elongated brass-tone metal rays — sunburst / starburst
Dial Polished brass, black Roman numerals, red sweep seconds hand
Hands White with red sweep seconds
Diameter 39 cm (15½ inches)
Style Mid century modern, Eames era, German design
Hanging Ready to hang

Condition

Restored to an exacting standard. Very slight dial pitting consistent with age — subtle, visible only on close inspection, and characteristic of an authentic vintage piece rather than a reproduction. Overall presentation is excellent.

A rare vintage clock from one of Europe's greatest clockmaking names — an exceptional collector's piece or centrepiece for any serious mid century modern interior, and a genuinely distinguished vintage gift for anyone who appreciates the finest European design.

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 packed carefully to ensure it arrives safely.

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