Description
An Asterisk Clock designed by the American designer George Nelson (1908-1986) for the Howard Miller Clock Company. This iconic Mid Century xModern has a black asterisk-shaped face with white hands and a red second hand.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some scuffs and scratches to finish, most notably to underside and base of clock. Small eye hook has been added to the body for hanging. Other small holes have been drilled to the back and sides of the base. Has been converted to battery operated and has a replaced second hand, original motor is included. Clock is in working condition and keeps time.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Designer: George Nelson
Materials & Techniques:
Metal
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some scuffs and scratches to finish, most notably to underside and base of clock. Small eye hook has been added to the body for hanging. Other small holes have been drilled to the back and sides of the base. Has been converted to battery operated and has a replaced second hand, original motor is included. Clock is in working condition and keeps time.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Designer: George Nelson
Materials & Techniques:
Metal
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Some scuffs and scratches to finish, most notably to underside and base of clock. Small eye hook has been added to the body for hanging. Other small holes have been drilled to the back and sides of the base. Has been converted to battery operated and has a replaced second hand, original motor is included. Clock is in working condition and keeps time.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
10 x 10 x 3 in
Black Asterisk Wall Clock by George Nelson
Estimate $700-$1,460
Starting Price
$340
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Sep 3, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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