The outer casing of the clock has the appearance of a large complex machine red copper pipes connecting a variety of dials gauges & backup steam tanks to the large riveted brass main body The clock face itself is set into a large circular opening at the front where intricate brass gears propel the delicate hands of the clock forwards in front of an ornate red & black background The numbers on the clock are marked off in bronze roman numerals with a smaller dial set into the clock face for seconds Perfect for any HG Wells fan this clock is cast in high-quality resin before being given a bronze finish & h&-painted