Bracket Clock 1756

Thomas Monkhouse crafted this bracket clock from wood and brass—a testament to our enduring fascination with time. Note how the ornate floral motifs intertwine around the clock face. This decorative flourish reminds me of the arabesques found in Islamic art or the swirling tendrils in Renaissance paintings. These patterns aren't just decoration; they speak to a deeper human impulse to find beauty and order in the natural world, mirroring the cycles of life and time. Consider, too, the clock's feet, shaped like stylized animal paws. This motif echoes ancient Egyptian furniture, where animalistic forms symbolized power and protection. It's as if the clock itself stands guard over time, a silent sentinel marking the relentless march forward. It's a symbol that has undergone endless metamorphoses and whose symbolic potential is inexhaustible.