May 24, 2009
Carriage Clocks: The Epitome of Old-World Charm
Are you someone who loves the look of beautifully timeless antiques? Do you have a preference for classic charm instead of modern style? It might be time to consider adding an old-world carriage clock to your interior design!
Housed in a casing of wood or metal, usually polished brass, carriage clocks typically have a small handle at the top. This lets them be moved, hung or carried easily and the front is made of clear glass and the face is made of white porcelain, allowing you to instantly tell the time given by the black hands on the clock's face.
Carriage clocks came about during the 19th century, when more and more people began riding in carriages across the country and needed a way to tell time. At that time carriage clocks were typically larger than what we find today and were often wrapped in a nice leather casing to protect the clock during travel.
The 21st century has seen no lessening of their charms and some clocks even have gentle chimes that will give them a lovely warm aspect. No one really rides around in carriages any more, but these clocks are still popular and they can be a welcome hint of traditional culture in your home. They can often become lovely family heirlooms.
If you want to really do something lovely for your home, you will find that it might be time to take a look at the carriage clock. There are many designs to choose from, whether you are interested in a stark and simple solid wood design or you prefer something much sleeker and shinier, in metal and glass. Each one adds a different flair to your home.
A carriage clock can even become a piece of art decorating your living room. Some have painted scenes on the porcelain background, which will allow the clock to fit in with the theme you chose for your living area.
Even the sound of the clock's chimes can add a special charm to your home. Some chimes will play songs while others have a graduated scale. Oftentimes the clocks will allow you to adjust the frequency of the chimes and provide a selection of different tones.
The variety of carriage clocks available is astonishing. While simple clean lines are typical for the old-world carriage clocks, you can now find pieces with very intricate art work and floral motifs etched into them. Some clocks have been enhanced with enamel or even gems.
There are plenty of carriage clocks out there that might suit you, and you can bet with the variety out there that you are going to be able to find something that matches your home, whether you want a French look or something more modern.
When you look at carriage clocks, you can immediately see why so many people love them. They have been around for years and years and if you want a uniquely classic way to tell time in your home, this is the way to do it.
If you want to bring old-world charm to your home or office while creating an atmosphere of stability and peace a carriage clock is the way to go. Just imagine the look and feel a beautiful timepiece like that can give your home.
Filed under Home Theatre Systems by Birgit F.