Round Moving Gear World Map Mantel Clock 39cm - Black & Gold

This round mantel clock sets a dark world map dial with moving gears inside a gold case, on a gold stand and black base. The map is drawn in fine silver-grey lines over a near-black face, with the continents and a grid of latitude and longitude lines, and parts of the dial are cut away to reveal gold-toned gears behind it. Gold Roman numerals circle the edge, and a pair of gold hands with shaped tips keeps the time easy to read. The round case is held between the arms of a gold half-hoop, finished at each side with a small rounded finial, and the hoop rises from a long black plinth. It stands 39cm tall, 32cm wide and 10cm deep.

Because it stands on its own base, it needs no wall and no fixings: set it on a mantelpiece, a sideboard, a bookcase shelf or a desk in a study or home office. At 39cm tall it has enough presence to anchor a fireplace, and at 10cm deep it sits comfortably on a narrow mantel or shelf. The black and gold colouring suits dark painted walls, wood panelling and warm brass or gold accents, while the world map brings a travel and exploration feel to a study or reading corner.

The clock runs on two AA batteries, and its plain black back sits within the gold rim, so it looks neat from behind too. Stand it on a level, stable surface away from direct heat and damp. To keep it looking its best, dust the case, stand, dial and base with a soft dry cloth, and avoid sprays and water. For a balanced mantel, flank it with a pair of candlesticks or a few stacked books, or let it stand alone on a desk as a handsome everyday clock.

How big is this mantel clock?

It stands 39cm tall, 32cm wide and 10cm deep, so it sits comfortably on most mantelpieces, sideboards, shelves and desks.

What batteries does the clock take?

The clock runs on two AA batteries, which power the movement and keep the hands turning around the world map dial.

What colours is the clock?

It is black and gold: a gold case, stand, numerals and hands, with a near-black dial carrying a silver-grey world map and a black base.

Does it need to be hung on a wall?

No, it is a freestanding mantel clock. The gold half-hoop stand rises from a black plinth, so it simply stands on any level, stable surface.

What numerals are on the dial?

The dial has gold Roman numerals around its edge, which stand out clearly against the dark face and are easy to read from across a room.

How do I care for the clock?

Dust the case, stand, dial and base with a soft dry cloth as good general practice, and avoid sprays, water and direct heat.