{"product_id":"vintage-richter-electric-sunburst-wall-clock-1960s","title":"Vintage Richter Electric Sunburst Wall Clock, Germany, c. 1960s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Richter Electric Sunburst Wall Clock, Germany, c. 1960s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn original 1960s Richter Electric sunburst wall clock from Germany, combining a dark brushed-metal dial with alternating textured and brass-toned rays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original electric mechanism has been replaced with a German Junghans quartz movement, allowing the clock to retain its authentic period appearance while offering convenient battery-powered timekeeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-left: 0cm; text-indent: 0cm; mso-list: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe piece\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking vintage wall clock was produced by Richter Electric in Germany during the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts circular dark metal dial is surrounded by an exuberant arrangement of radiating metal rods. Shorter textured rays alternate with longer brass-toned elements, creating the dynamic sunburst silhouette closely associated with Atomic Age and Mid-Century Modern interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine incised lines radiate from the centre of the dial, while the broad tapered hands provide a strong geometric counterpoint to the delicate outer structure. The original \u003cstrong\u003eRichter Electric\u003c\/strong\u003e name remains visible on the face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the dial still proudly announces its electric origins, the original mechanism has since been replaced with a German Junghans quartz movement operated by a single AA battery. The change preserves the clock’s vintage character while making rather fewer demands on modern walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-left: 0cm; text-indent: 0cm; mso-list: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA natural focal point for a living room, dining room, hallway, study or home office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts graphic form works particularly well in Mid-Century Modern, Atomic Age, Space Age and eclectic interiors, whether displayed as a functional clock or as a sculptural piece of wall decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-left: 0cm; text-indent: 0cm; mso-list: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wall clock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Richter Electric\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e c. 1960s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-Century Modern \/ Atomic Age \/ Sunburst\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painted and textured metal with brass-toned metal details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original dark brushed-metal dial bearing the Richter Electric name\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass-toned metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacement Junghans Quartz W738 movement, made in Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires 1 × AA battery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready to hang\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eApprox. 35.5 cm high × 34 cm wide × 2.5 cm deep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e(14 × 13.4 × 1 in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-left: 0cm; text-indent: 0cm; mso-list: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"ES-TRAD\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage condition, with visible signs of age and use consistent with its period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dial, hands and radiating metal elements show surface wear, tarnish, oxidation and variations in finish. These age-related marks form part of the clock’s authentic vintage character and are clearly shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original electric mechanism has been replaced with a German quartz movement. Tested and in working order at the time of listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA characterful piece of post-war German design, ready to bring movement, geometry and unmistakable mid-century presence to the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CiRcA by RB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62825811018058,"sku":"495 26 600 21 133","price":697.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9872\/7498\/files\/1785252118486.jpg?v=1785374876","url":"https:\/\/circabyrb.com\/products\/vintage-richter-electric-sunburst-wall-clock-1960s","provider":"CiRcA by RB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}