A grandfather’s clock is statement piece, which has been classics for many years, and I’d even say centuries. You may think that it’s a bit old-fashioned and can’t be integrated into modern interiors but you are mistaken! A gorgeous vintage piece, whether this is a furniture piece or a decoration or accessory, can add a chic feel to any interior, and sometimes a contrast it creates is the most eye-catchy thing in the space. Let’s have a look how to incorporate a grandfather’s clock into your interior.
Grandfather’s Clocks In Decor
If you have a cool grandfather’s clock from your grandparents or a flea market, you can easily make a stylish statement with it. Such a piece can be incorporated into a rustic, vintage, Scandinavian, art deco, shabby chic or eclectic space. If it doesn’t fit in the color, just repaint or refinish it and voila – a cool statement piece is done! As for rooms, grandfather’s clock can be placed in entryways, living rooms, dining rooms and even kitchens and bathrooms, everything depends on what effect you want to achieve.
A vintage polished wood grandfather's clock perfectly fits a traditional hallway and matches the furniture.
A shabby farmhouse kitchen and dining space with a grandfather's clock in grey and white.
A rustic vintage space with a shabby grandfather's clock and a industrial-inspired chandelier.
A large grandfather's clock is a show-stopper in a rustic entryway.
A chic traditional living room with leather armchairs and a wooden grandfather's clock.
A chic living room with a refined flavor and a gorgeous white and gold grandfather's clock.
A chic entryway with a red wood clock, a wicker vase for umbrellas and a refined chair.
A chic blue bedroom with porcelain vases and a chic vintage clock in the corner.
A black grandfather's clock incorporated into a chic art deco bathroom.
A coastal entryway with a dusty blue grandfather's clock and a rounded bench.
A colorful modern living room with a touch of vintage - aclock in the corner, a fireplace, an antique portrait.
A rustic space with a brick clad fireplace, plaid chairs and a vintage blue clock.
A refined chair, an antique glass armoire and a shabby chic grandfather's clock.
A modern space is made more eye-catchy with a vintage-inspired chandelier and a vintage clock.
A luxurious interior in white, pastels and gold, with an antique mirror and clock.
A French farmhouse hallway with a vintage clock and a cute loveseat.
A luxurious interior with a grandfather's clock, a refined sofa and an animal print-inspired rug.
A Scandinavian kitchen with a white and gold grandfather's clock and whitewashed furniture.
Repurposed Grandfather’s Clocks
You can re-paint the clock or add some pattern to it to make it more eye-catching. You can also repurpose the clock, for example, a living room can be completed with a shelf made of a grandfather’s clock – paint it, add colorful wallpaper inside and maybe some drawers. If it’s a dining room, you can leave the clock and add dinnerware storage. The clock face can be substituted with a painting or a mirror, or you can leave it as it is.
A grandfather's clock repurposed into a shelf, a mirror attached and coral print wallpaper inside.
A grandfather's clock used for storage and to display a portrait.
A grandfather's clock was repainted and repurposed into a shelf with drawers.
A light blue grandfather's clock is used as a dinnerware storage piece and a clock.
Repaint the clock in some bold color to make a colorful statement in the room.
Paint the clock in a bold shade, for example, teal, and use the lower part as a shelf.
Modern Grandfather’s Clocks
There are bold versions of traditional grandfather’s clocks that will make a gorgeous statement anywhere. It can be a clock with an aquarium, a marble piece with brass – such a luxurious item! An ultra-modern piece of smoked glass and with an electronic face clock will blow your mind!
A luxurious version of a grandfather's clock of white marble and brass.
A modern grandfather's clock and aquarium in one will make a statement in your interior.
A modern smoked glass grandfather's clock with refined design.
A modern version of grandfather's clock in black and white is ideal for a modern space.
An ultra-modern grandfather's clock of glass, metal and light-colored wood.