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c. 1940s; Old Mr. Boston Distillery Co. - Boston, MA, with Gilbert Clock Co. Movement
Large bottle-form advertising clock in …
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c. 1940s; Old Mr. Boston Distillery Co. - Boston, MA, with Gilbert Clock Co. Movement
Large bottle-form advertising clock in painted composition with inset round dial.
Shaped like a monumental Old Mr. Boston liquor bottle, this oversized display piece combines brand promotion with functional timekeeping. The front face features embossed lettering reading "Old Mr. Boston Fine Liquors" in red enamel paint, along with a portrait of the brand's iconic character in top hat and cravat. A circular clock, manufactured by Gilbert Clock Co., is set into the body, blending utility with bold visual impact. Measuring over 21 inches tall, this display would have originally been showcased in a bar, package store, or distributor's window as an eye-catching marketing piece. A scarce surviving example of mid-20th-century liquor advertising and display art.
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- Dimensions
- 10ʺW × 5ʺD × 21.5ʺH
- Styles
- American
- Period
- 1940s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Enamel
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gray
- Condition Notes
- The surface shows expected age with rust along edges, scattered abrasions, and paint wear. The clock mechanism is currently nonfunctional … moreThe surface shows expected age with rust along edges, scattered abrasions, and paint wear. The clock mechanism is currently nonfunctional and may require servicing. Despite this, the piece remains structurally solid and stable, preserving its vintage advertising charm. less
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