Wall clocks in home decor
Editor | August 22, 2017 @ 10:42 AM
Hyderabad
Clocks have gone beyond just showing time. As conversation pieces, they adorn the walls of many homes, says Purnima Goswami Sharma.
Wall clocks have been transformed into something more than merely functional items. They are no longer dull and ordinary pieces that only display the time. The elegance and beauty of a fine piece makes a statement that goes well beyond its ability to keep time accurately. It is now a vibrant accessory which embellishes walls. Depending on the choice, from quirky clocks to luxurious ones, are seen in homes these days which impart a unique character to the rooms and walls while complementing the home decor. Variety to display A clock can become the focal point of a wall as a decorative piece.
Nowadays, there is a wide variety in wall clocks of various shapes, sizes and in different materials, ranging from the classical to the quirky, irregularly shaped, with messages, an illustration of the world map, a dial with decorative hands, Roman numerals, a clock with only hands and no body, two sided wall clocks, be jewelled clocks, cuckoo clocks with musical chimes, grandfather clocks, clocks with images of gods such as Ganesha or Krishna, neon light clocks and so on.
Striking shapes Clocks, as a centre piece of wall art, range from the mostly functional to the ornamental and even the bizarre.
"Whenever we want to see the time, we are also invariably looking at the clock. You must love your clock every time you look at it. These days, people want time telling devices which are stunning and are as much as object of decor as any other. Gone are the days when clocks used to be round or square in shape. They come in several fancy shapes now such as geometric, floral, butterfly, tree-shaped and so on, and in unusual colours such as purple, tangerine orange or multicoloured, and creative ones such as an original gramophone converted into a clock," says Rajinder Aggarwal, owner of a watch store.
Clocks as collectibles Actor and businessman Dr Anuj Saxena, who is fond of clocks and collects them, says "I have a variety of clocks at home. I love collecting them, from a grandfather clock, antique pieces, cuckoo clocks, to modern clocks and ones that are musical. My favourite is a tall grandfather clock that I bought years ago from an old antiques shop in Delhi. At that time, it cost me a fortune. The clock made in Mongolia, is a six feet tower clock and a person can practically hide in it. Made of mahogany, it is ornate and beautiful a conversation piece."
Highlights theme Clocks are not merely time pieces. It enhances the look of a room and makes a style statement. "Choose one that complements the theme running through the home. For instance, if you've chosen a classical theme for the decor, then opt for a sophisticated vintage clock. If the look veers towards the modern, then a clock in a con temporary, abstract design will be apt. Many interior designers advise homeowners on the type of clock to consider for articular areas of particular areas of the home, depending on the look, feel and theme," states Silky Kothari Mehta, Director of a firm dealing in clocks.
Clocks to suit spaces often, the choice of a clock depends on the occupants. For the children's room, colourful clocks with cartoon characters are preferred. "In a room designed for an elderly couple, the preference is a simple wood clock which looks elegant and in which time is easy to read. In a living room or study, you can have a world clock", Mehta adds.
Designer pieces Designer wall clocks add instant glamour and elegance to a home, especially when placed on a wall or resting on a mantelpiece. "There are a range of disco and vinyl tap clocks for people who want to add fun to their walls. For instance, a colour changing clock changes colour every hour. At 10am it's red, at 11 it's blue, and so on. Even 3D clocks where the numbers have a 3D effect are in demand. A watch which shows the time around the world is very popular, besides customised clocks which double up as photo frames, with photographs of loved ones inserted around," says Mehta.
Source: Times Property, The Times of India, Hyderabad