This framed artwork features the repetitive phrase "MEET ME UNDER THE CLOCK" overlaid on a vintage ledger or handwritten manuscript page.
Measurements are: 32 1/2” x 22”.
The text in the image, "MEET ME UNDER THE CLOCK," refers to a well-known, iconic landmark associated with the former Miller & Rhoads department store in downtown Richmond, Virginia.
Historical Landmark: Miller & Rhoads was an iconic department store that operated in Richmond for decades, starting as a dry goods shop in 1888.
The Clock: For over sixty years, a prominent clock at the store served as a popular meeting spot for locals.
Cultural Reference: The phrase "Meet me under the clock" became a common local expression, a piece of shared history for Richmond residents. The original clock is now a beloved exhibit at a local museum.
Design: The phrase is printed repeatedly in a grid-like fashion over a faintly visible handwritten document, creating a textured, artistic effect.
Context: Similar artistic pieces often utilize historical landmarks or vintage ephemera to evoke nostalgia.