Massive Industrial Two-Sided Backlit Clock and Thermometer
A striking and rare two-faced industrial display unit, originally designed for exterior public or commercial use. One face presents a backlit clock with bold black numerals on an illuminated white panel; the reverse displays a matching backlit temperature gauge scaled from -20° to 120°F, labeled "TEMP" in period-appropriate block lettering. Both faces are framed in brass-toned metal with a backlit acrylic panel that glows when powered.
The cube-format steel housing retains its original red-oxide paint with incredible patina and surface wear consistent with decades of outdoor service. A cylindrical pole-mount post rises from the top, suggesting the piece once stood sentinel outside a bank, factory, or transit facility. The power cord is intact and the unit illuminates.A confident, graphic object equally at home as a functional timepiece or a sculptural industrial statement. Clock motors restored and keep perfect time. Temperature gauge works as well. Thin hairline crack on the temperature gauge side. One of the coolest pieces we have.
Located at our Los Angeles Gallery.
Unknown
LU1853350791072
United States
1960s
width
height
depth
seat height
Unknown
LU1853350791072
United States
1960s
width
height
depth
seat height
Unknown
LU1853350791072
United States
1960s
width
height
depth
seat height
Massive Industrial Two-Sided Backlit Clock and Thermometer
A striking and rare two-faced industrial display unit, originally designed for exterior public or commercial use. One face presents a backlit clock with bold black numerals on an illuminated white panel; the reverse displays a matching backlit temperature gauge scaled from -20° to 120°F, labeled "TEMP" in period-appropriate block lettering. Both faces are framed in brass-toned metal with a backlit acrylic panel that glows when powered.
The cube-format steel housing retains its original red-oxide paint with incredible patina and surface wear consistent with decades of outdoor service. A cylindrical pole-mount post rises from the top, suggesting the piece once stood sentinel outside a bank, factory, or transit facility. The power cord is intact and the unit illuminates.A confident, graphic object equally at home as a functional timepiece or a sculptural industrial statement. Clock motors restored and keep perfect time. Temperature gauge works as well. Thin hairline crack on the temperature gauge side. One of the coolest pieces we have.
Located at our Los Angeles Gallery.
Los Angeles, CA 90034
Southampton, NY 11968
