Peter Rabbit Clock Appraisal

Beatrix Potter Peter Rabbit Wall Clock

This is a circular wall clock featuring characters and a quote from the classic Beatrix Potter story, 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit'. The clock face is primarily white or off-white, with black Arabic numerals marking the hours from 1 to 12. The numbers are bold and clearly legible. At the center of the clock face, there is a colorful illustration depicting Mrs. Rabbit and what appears to be a young Peter Rabbit. Mrs. Rabbit is shown wearing a blue dress, while Peter Rabbit is beside her. Surrounding the illustration, a quote from the story is printed in a circular fashion: 'Now, my dears,' said old Mrs. Rabbit, 'you may go into the fields but don't go into Mr. McGregor's garden.' The quote is legible in black script. The clock features two black, spade-shaped hands, one for hours and one for minutes, centered over the illustration. The overall style suggests a decorative item aimed at children or Beatrix Potter collectors. There are no visible maker's marks on the front; however, the signature 'Beatrix Potter' is printed below the central illustration. The surface appears to be a ceramic or porcelain plate, repurposed or manufactured as a clock. There are some signs of wear, particularly a reddish-brown stain or smudge visible near the '4' and '5' numerals, and general surface dirt. The clock mechanism is not visible, but the hands indicate it is designed to be functional. Its estimated age is likely late 20th century to early 21st century, given the common production of licensed Beatrix Potter merchandise during these periods. The craftsmanship appears to be standard for mass-produced decorative ceramic items.