Saturday, August 21, 2010

Classic American Schoolhouse Wall Clocks



Expressions of Time now offers two new schoolhouse regulator wall clocks. These clocks are beautifully crafted from quality materials and skilled workmanship.   Both clocks include a german mechanical (keywind) movement.

Features:

Medium Oak or Deep Cherry finish case
Front-opening brass bezel & convex glass
Cream-colored metal dial
Regulator glass panel slides up, allowing for easier pendulum hanging
Swinging brass pendulum
Metal spade hands
German 8-Day mechanical keywound movement
4/4 Westminster Chimes
Night shut-off option
25 1/2" H x 14 1/4" W x 5" D



Saturday, August 7, 2010

A Work of Art


Romach und Haas Schone Aussicht Cuckoo Clock with 8 Day Movement

Combining the design of the earlier Rahmenuhr (Framed Clock) with the Bahnhusle (Railroad House), these clocks were very popular circa 1854. This clock takes the progression one step further by combining the beautiful, hand-painted Black Forest scene with the Chalet style. This intricate carving shows grape vines and leaves surrounding a Black Forest cottage with a pair of birds and their nest of eggs.


This particular clock is made in very small quantities entirely BY HAND. Each clock is painted individually by the artist Conny Haas deep in the Black Forest the same way it has been done for centuries. Owning this clock is your chance to take part in a long tradition of arts and crafts of the beautiful and mysterious Black Forest.


When the clock strikes the hour or half-hour the door opens, a cuckoo appears and calls along with the clocks gong strike.


This clock is hand made in the Black Forest in Germany. The mechanical brass movement is driven by two weights and time escapes with the tick of a traditional pendulum. The cuckoo call sound is made by two wooden whistles with bellows inside the clock case.

Check out the You Tube video posted at http://www.clockshoppes.com/cuckoo-clocks-8263.aspx.

Saturday, July 3, 2010

Contemporary Cuckoo Clocks

Expressions of Time has begun carrying cuckoo clocks from Sternreiter and Rombach und Haas.  Each offers the traditional carved cuckoo clock but Rombach und Haas also offers several contemporary designs.  At first glance, you'd never know these clock were cuckoo clocks.

Design meets Cuckoo

Combining stylistic cues from centuries-old clock making with modern design, this clock is a real treasure. It fits perfectly in a very traditional or very modern decor. This fine clock features an animated cuckoo bird which appears and calls the hour and half hour. The sound is mechanically created using wooden whistles and bellows.  This clock features a carved, wooden bird, shut-off switch and 2-year warranty.

This clock was made in the the Black Forest of Germany and is certified by the VDS.  

This is a beautiful and lovingly crafted piece is part of a new series of art works by artists and designers of the Black Forest in Germany. The “ART CLOCKS” are each one-of-a-kind pieces, signed by the artist.
This particular piece was designed and painted by Selina Haas. Selina is a young artist, active in the burgeoning cultural scene of the Black Forest area, who is interested in a fresh and new approach to traditional forms. While the cuckoo clock is an icon of traditional home decoration, Ms. Haas’s work renews the concept utilizing organic and recognizable images.

Rombach und Haas Filigree Wall Clock

This unique clock was designed by the award-winning artist Conny Haas.  
Combining stylistic cues from centuries-old clock making with modern design, this clock is a real treasure. This fine clock features an animated cuckoo bird which appears and calls the hour and half hour along with the sound of a rushing waterfall and other birds of the forest. The clock includes a quartz movement, fine woodcut filigree design; a shut-off switch; an automatic, night shut-off light sensor and a one-year warranty. 

You no longer need a traditional decor to have a cuckoo clock. 

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Rombach und Haas Hohenzollern Antique Reproduction Clock


Antique reproduction clock

This reproduction wall clock is truly unique. The clock features:


Wooden mechanism
Powered by the weight of a real rock from the forest
Reproduction of an early 17th Century timepiece
Verge and foliot (pinwheel) escapement
A fine conversation piece
Original Black Forest clock, certified by the VDS
Made in Germany
7″ x 22″ x 5″

In 1640 the “Waaguhr” was the first mechanical clock that was affordable by the new middle class in Europe. Its simple design allowed for only one hand indicating the hours. The average person of the Seventeenth Century measured time with only three times of day:sunrise, high noon, and sunset.

The Verge and Foliot escapement is the earliest known method of advancing the beat in mechanical clocks. It’s use further developed mechanical clocks, and is a very important step in the history of technology.

The mechanism of this clock is made of wood and is powered by a roughly hewn rock from the Black Forest. This clock is interesting to watch as a moving decorative piece, but should not be counted on for accurate timekeeping. So many technological advancements have occurred in the last four hundred years that should be taken advantage of when you are looking for a clock to keep you on schedule! If you are looking for a more accurate and reliable timekeeper of this style, be sure to check out our castle clocks.

The Hohenzollern is by Rombach und Haas

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Grandfather Clocks - A Great Heirloom to Pass Down for Generations


Expressions of Time offers the full line of Howard Miller Floor and Grandfather clocks.  Each Howard Miller floor clock is made in the USA and shipped free, direct from the factory to your home using Home Direct Gold service.  With Gold service the delivery company will deliver to any room in your house, unbox, set up and remove all packaging.  You won't have to do anything but point the way.
All Howard Miller floor and grandfather clocks include a two year manufacturer's warranty.
Choose from the Furniture Trends line of transitional and contemporary design floor clocks; Traditional design or the elegant Presidential/Ambassador line of grandfather clocks.

The Presidential/Ambassador series includes either a cable-driven triple-chime Kieninger movement or Concerto movement that plays Westminster chime, "Shubert", "Ave Maria", or Beethoven's "Ode to Joy".  These clocks are truly magnificent.

The Furniture Trends series include a wide range of design options. Choose from flat top,  or bonnet top pediments; cherry or oak finish.

Howard Miller now offers a line of Ty Pennington designed Floor and Grandfather Clocks. 

These clocks are meant to be handed down for generations.  A free heirloom plate is included with most grandfather clock or is available upon request.

Saturday, May 29, 2010

Three New Introductions


Expressions of Time at http://www.clockshoppes.com/ offers three new large wall clocks just introduced by Uttermost and Howard Miller. 

This unusual clock features a decorative hand forged metal frame finished in antiqued silver leaf with a burnished brown clock face and outer trim. Quartz, battery operated movement.


Uttermost Sassetta - 24" Decorative Metal Wall Clock

This unique wall clock features a decorative, curled hand forged metal frame and features a finish of antiqued silver leaf with a heavy burnished wash. Quartz, battery operated movement.













Howard Miller Chadwick 25 1/2" Gallery Wall Clock

This new introduction from Howard Miller is finished in antique brushed brass and features Ty Pennington's signature on the dial. The aged black dial features an aged parchment center, applied Arabic numerals finished in aged brass, aged black hour and minute hands and flat glass. Quartz, battery operated movement.


Saturday, May 15, 2010

Decorative Wall Clock Collage

 
Uttermost offers a line of uniquely decorative wall clocks:

Designed by Grace Feyock each wall collage is made of hand forged metal; and include a separate quartz, battery operated movement for each clock so each can be set to a different time zone.



These clocks are finished in a combination of distressed red rust, brown rust and sage green rust with black undertones and black details. Dimensions (inches):  35 W X 33 H X 2 D 

Spare Parts Wall Collage

This unusual grouping of clocks is finished in a combination of dark chestnut brown, heavily antiqued gold and silver with burnished details. Dimensions (inches): 54 W X 21 H X 2 D



This collage is finished in a combination of distressed cocoa brown and aged verdigris with black tipping. Dimensions (inches): 39 W X 29 H X 4 D

Rusty Movements Wall Clock

This unusual collage of clocks features a finish of vibrant rustic red, antiqued gold and aged black. Dimensions (inches):  35 W X 35 H X 3 D

 

Friday, April 30, 2010

Unique Two-Sided Mantel Clock

This unusual mantel clock is a new introduction from Howard Miller.  The Jenkins 2-Sided Hanging Mantel Clock features:

•Two-sided mantel clock, finished in antique brushed brass, is suspended from a bent metal scroll stand that sits on a cast base.
•The aged parchment dial features a black Arabic numerals, black hour and minute hands and a glass crystal.
•A full felt bottom protects your mantel or tabletop.
•Quartz, battery operated movement.
•H. 21" (53 cm)
•W. 10" (25 cm)
•D. 7-1/4" (18 cm)

Friday, April 23, 2010

Spring Means Outdoor Activity


Springs brings yard work and outdoor activities.  Expressions of Time offers outdoor clocks.  You'll find clocks with temperature and humidity settings as well as lamppost style, free standing outdoor clocks, wall clocks and two sided station clocks.  Each clock is weather resistant.

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Bulova Frank Lloyd Wright Robie House RUG Table Clock

Bulova has done it again.  The Frank Lloyd Wright Robie House RUG table clock is new for 2010.  This unique clock is an adaptation of the rug design in the Frederick C. Robie House, Chicago, Illinois 1908-1910.

The clock features a metal case, brushed copper-finish frame and dial; stamped design in metalic brown finish; a protective glass lens; easel back and measures H: 5" W: 10.5" D: 2.75" .

This is a great gift idea for any Frank Lloyd Wright collector.  View this and other Frank Lloyd Wright inspired timepieces at http://www.clockshoppes.com/frank-lloyd-wright-clocks.aspx.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Expressions of Time has a New Look and New Products

With the start of 2010, Expressions of Time has undergone a transformation.  In addition to a website re-design, we've added new brands and products.  We now offer an exciting line of home decor clocks and accessories for the home from CBK and outdoor clocks from Craftmade.  We've also brought back the Vienna Regulator Wall Clock from Bradford Clocks and added many new timepieces from Seiko.

The CBK 50" Open Face wall clock has become one of our best sellers.  This large wall clock features iron construction with a two-tone black/gold finish; an open face dial with Roman numerals; and a quartz, battery operated movement.

This clock ships via UPS or FedEx. The clock ships in two sections and requires no tools for assembly.
 
 
We're excited about all the changes and invite you to tour http://www.clockshoppes.com/ to view the wide assortment of decorative clocks, wrist watches, accessories for the home, home bars, curios and accent furniture.