Copper Wall Clock Minimalist - Blue Patina
Inspired by Australia's Oceans, our Minimalist Blue Patina Copper Clock exudes calm sophistication.
How is it made?
Each and every clock we make is cut, shaped, sanded and patinated with care in our studio in Perth, Western Australia.
Our blue patina is achieved using chemical manipulation, which forces the copper to develop a layer of colourful oxidation to protect itself, also known as patination.
To preserve and protect the colourful patination, we apply a clear lacquer that will prevent the clock from further oxidation (ageing).
We then affix a silent, quartz, clock mechanism and test your clock over a 24 hour period before it is wrapped up and shipped to your home.
The Low Down
- Handmade in our studio in Perth, Western Australia
- Available in 8 diameters and custom sizes
- Sealed with clear lacquer to protect the delicate patina
- Please allow up to 10 days manufacturing time before dispatch
Rush my Order is a premium service we offer our customers where, for an additional cost on eligible items, your order will be dispatched within 3 business days and sent via AusPost Express.
Disclaimer: Should we require further information and there is a delay in response, your order will be delayed until all information is received.
*Cost includes prioritising your order and Express postage.
Products eligible for 'Rush my Order' include:
- Wall Clocks (except “Half Time” Green Patina)
- CLINQ Drinkware
- Jewellery
- Keyrings
- Eternal Rose
- Trays and Trinket Dishes
- Herb and Garden Tags
What type of products do you sell?
At Empire Copper, we sell copper and brass homewares, art and jewellery that has been handcrafted by Cam in our Perth studio.
Some of our products include: clocks, coasters, serving trays, trinket dishes, candle trays, bowls, oil burners, wrist cuffs and garden stakes.
What is Patination?
Patination is the process of changing the appearance of copper.
As you may know, copper metal is usually a reddish/brown colour. Changes to this colour can be achieved by atmospheric oxidation; where copper is exposed to the elements to promote ageing. An example of this can be seen on the Statue of Liberty which was originally a reddish/brown colour. Through many years of exposure to salt water, wind, rain, snow, temperature changes and other atmospheric conditions the Statue of Liberty is now mostly green, also known as Verdigris.
Forced patination, is a process undertaken where natural products or chemicals are applied to the copper in a controlled environment. Alternatively, we may expose the copper to extreme temperature changes to create a patina. Both of these methods are forced which speeds up the patination process.
These forced methods produce the stunning products and colours that you all see and love.
What size are the Empire Copper clocks?
Our clocks are available in eight standard sizes:
- 25cm (9.8 inch)
- 30cm (12 inch)
- 35cm (13.8 inch)
- 40cm (15.8 inch)
- 45cm (17.7 inch)
- 50cm (20 inch)
- 55cm (21.7 inch)
- 60cm (23.6 inch)
If you would like to request a custom clock size, please contact us here.
How long will it take to my receive my order?
The time frame will vary from item to item, as well as in stock availability.
A general guide is to allow 5 - 10 business days for production time, or longer if you have requested a custom order. Once the item has been shipped (we use Australia Post) it can be tracked, but we cannot guarantee delivery times.
If you need help with shipping/tracking information, please reach out to us by emailing contact@empirecopper.com
Do you have a physical location?
Our first location to purchase is from Cafe Collective WA at their Karrinyup store in the Karrinyup Shopping Centre, 200 Karrinyup Road, Karrinyup 6018 WA. The store is located on the Ground floor, in 'The Loop'.
Our second location is our home studio in Perth, where we can organise collection from. Address details can be provided upon the placement of an order.
We use Australia Post to ship all orders. You’ll be asked to select a delivery method during checkout.
What is the shipping policy?
Empire Copper is based in Perth, Western Australia and ships worldwide via Australia Post.All parcels lodged by Empire Copper are sent using a tracking service. Upon dispatch, all customers will be provided with a tracking link.
Empire Copper offers free, standard shipping Australia wide however, shipping rates apply for elsewhere in the world.
If you need your order to arrive sooner, we suggest upgrading to Express Post or Rush my Order which will incur an additional cost.
Please note: Express Post does not mean that your order will be made quicker, only shipped quicker by Australia Post.
Empire Copper cannot guarantee delivery dates or timeframes. Once an order has been dispatched, it’s arrival time is out of our control. Should an order be missing or delayed, Empire Copper will work to assist the customer in obtaining information on the whereabouts of their order.
International Customers, please be aware that you may be charged import tax by your Country or State. Import tax varies from 5% - 20% based on where in the world you are. Import tax is not handled by Empire Copper and Empire Copper does not financially benefit from this.
If you have any questions about shipping, you can contact us at contact@empirecopper.com.
Where in the world do you ship?
We ship to almost every country in the world!
If you are in Australia, you can enjoy FREE standard shipping at any price. If you are in New Zealand OR the United States, just spent $100 AUD to score yourself FREE standard shipping.
Shipping costs apply and will be added at checkout.
Do you accept returns or offer refunds?
If an item is faulty or defective, we will happily offer you a replacement or, the option to return it and receive a refund.
Due to the individualised and customised nature of our work, we won't accept returns on any custom orders if you simply change your mind.
If you wish to return an item for reasons other than above, postage will be paid for by you (the customer) and you will be charged a 20% restocking fee.
Final refund decisions are at the sole discretion of Empire Copper.
Please click here to view our Refund and Return Policy in full.
