Old clocks, doors and lamps were built with intricate detail and real character. Today’s versions look standardized and artificial. 🕰 You can tell someone dedicated their life to crafting pieces like these. French clocks in the 1700s carried ornaments made from bronze covered in gold. Factory production divided making an object into separate jobs, so workers handled individual steps. Modernist designers later embraced clean lines and removed decoration that served no practical purpose. Checking the time used to come with something beautiful to look at. Swipe ➡️ through to compare the details of clocks, doors and lamps across different eras. #wealth #design #craftsmanship #antiques #interiors