Clocks & Music
General Electric Art Deco Peach Mirror Clock by John P. Rainbault
General Electric Art Deco Peach Mirror Clock by John P. Rainbault
A striking Art Deco electric clock featuring a General Electric movement and an etched peach mirror face with a highly stylized geometric design. Its unusual form immediately sets it apart. Rather than the traditional round or square clock case, the wide oval dial is positioned within a translucent peach glass demilune frame accented with copper trim.
The dramatic mirrored face is decorated with a stylized tropical leaf motif, a design element found on several clocks created by John P. Rainbault. Although sometimes attributed to Walter Dorwin Teague, this model was actually designed by Rainbault, who also worked as an in house designer for the rival Telechron clock company. Several of his clocks share similar decorative details and the sophisticated “high style” associated with the finest American Art Deco design.
A tiny Bakelite button on the front bears the General Electric logo. The clock also has an extra long electrical cord and plug. Stylish, dramatic, and beautifully proportioned, it has a commanding presence on a mantel, desk, console, or shelf.
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