Lot 076: Vintage Dog-Shaped Plastic Alarm Clock, c.1970s

Current bid: $9 AUD.

A charming vintage dog-shaped alarm clock crafted from cream and orange plastic, characteristic of mid-late 20th-century design. A charming vintage dog-shaped alarm clock crafted from cream and orange plastic, characteristic of mid-late 20th-century design. - View 2 A charming vintage dog-shaped alarm clock crafted from cream and orange plastic, characteristic of mid-late 20th-century design. - View 3 A charming vintage dog-shaped alarm clock crafted from cream and orange plastic, characteristic of mid-late 20th-century design. - View 4 A charming vintage dog-shaped alarm clock crafted from cream and orange plastic, characteristic of mid-late 20th-century design. - View 5 A charming vintage dog-shaped alarm clock crafted from cream and orange plastic, characteristic of mid-late 20th-century design. - View 6 A charming vintage dog-shaped alarm clock crafted from cream and orange plastic, characteristic of mid-late 20th-century design. - View 7 A charming vintage dog-shaped alarm clock crafted from cream and orange plastic, characteristic of mid-late 20th-century design. - View 8

Description

A charming vintage dog-shaped alarm clock crafted from cream and orange plastic, characteristic of mid-late 20th-century design. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Mid-Late 20th Century * Material: Plastic * Style: Novelty, Retro * Features: Wind-up mechanism, alarm function, "Made in China" on clock face. Condition: Minor scuffs and surface wear consistent with age and use, particularly on the orange details and edges. Interesting fact: * Novelty clocks in whimsical shapes were popular in the mid-to-late 20th century, often manufactured in Asian countries for global export. * The use of bright, contrasting plastic colours like cream and orange is characteristic of design trends from the 1970s and 80s. Use: Ideal for collectors of vintage novelty items or as a decorative piece in a retro-themed interior.

Condition Report

Minor scuffs and surface wear consistent with age and use, particularly on the orange details and edges.

Specifications

CategoryVintage
Lot ReferenceLOT-076
Buyer's Premium20%

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