Vintage Pewter Wall Clock by Berendsohn | Teardrop Shaped German Quartz Clock with Angels & Griffin Relief | Collectible Battery Decor 1960s
$156.07 $195.09
Timeless Pewter Wall Clock by Berendsohn – A Talisman of Abundance & Guardianship 🔱
Step into a world where myth and function entwine.
This teardrop‑shaped wall clock—crafted by the legendary German firm Berendsohn in the mid‑20th century—wears its pewter like armor, alive with swirling acanthus scrolls, cherubic putti (angel), grape‑laden vines, and noble creatures.
📜 A Heritage Forged in Metal
Founded in Hamburg in 1856, Berendsohn earned renown across Europe for impeccable pewter giftware and home accents. Their clocks blend a centuries‑old alloy—roughly 90% tin with copper and antimony—with masterful relief work that patinates gracefully over time, marking each passing decade with deeper character.
From the Renaissance‑inspired putti clutching grapes and cornucopia clusters (symbols of harvest’s bounty and autumn’s golden promise) to the acanthus leaves that whisper of eternal life, every detail speaks of a tradition dating back to classical antiquity. Lower down, a griffin (guardian of treasure and time itself) stands vigilant beside a lion’s proud visage—heralds of strength, courage and watchful protection. Together, they form a talismanic program: a promise that abundance and guardianship accompany every hour.🤍
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Overall height (with hanger): 9″ (23 cm)
Width: 5½″ (14 cm) across the widest point
Depth: ⅞″ (2.2 cm)
Weight: 312 g (without battery)
Movement: German‑made quartz mechanism (runs on one AA battery— not included)
Backstamp: “Berendsohn” logo and crest in relief, plus a later “J & L Meats” promotional badge
✔️ This clock is in very good vintage condition, the pewter surface bearing a gentle patina and light handling marks that enrich its story. The quartz movement keeps perfect time - a bit loose when setting, but it does not affect the clock in any way; the seconds hand may show a slight warp when examined up close and sideways, but disappears when mounted on the wall. Please check the photos.
📜 What Was J & L Meats?
You’ll also find a mid‑century “J & L Meats” imprint—likely a butcher shop or small regional meat purveyor that commissioned this piece as a promotional gift. While not a global brand, these clocks celebrate the era when local merchants marked every passing hour with craftsmanship.
Hang this heirloom in your kitchen, study or library.
Let its layered symbols—fruitful putti, enduring acanthus, noble lion and griffin—remind you that time’s true wealth lies in abundance, renewal and protection.
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