The Nottingham Water Clock, otherwise known as the Horological Tintinnabulator is shortly going to be restored to as close to its original state as possible.
Having stood in the Victoria Centre for over 40 years it has undergone a few changes. The 'flower stalk' fountain heads have been removed and the original colour scheme has been neutralised down to magnolia. It has suffered from the effects of coins bouncing off its structure but, remarkably, has managed to avoid vandalism. This is part of the magic of Emett's work, people respect it.
In the middle of January we will be inspecting the clock to assess the best way to dismantle it ready to transport to our workshop. We then anticipate actually making the move at the end of the month.
Once restored the clock will, temporarily, be on display at the Emett Exhibition being staged by the Society in partnership with the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery whilst its new home in the Victoria Centre is prepared.
We will be blogging about the clock's progress over the coming months.
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