Clock No. 301
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Purchase Price |
SOLD |
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Weights |
1 |
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Length |
89 inches |
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Case Condition |
1 |
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Winding Key |
Old |
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Mechanism |
Running |
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Mechanism Mount |
Wooden seat board |
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Beat Scale |
Original, porcelain |
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Pendulum |
Zinc backed, heavy |
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Clock 301
Detail
Dial
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Hand
Key
Pulley
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The alt deutsche period produced an amazingly broad range of case styles, most exemplified by the Roman columns topped by carved Corinthian capitals with acanthus leaves. This clock, with its full columns to both the door and the base, epitomizes the more elegant, almost Edwardian aspects of the Altdeutsche period.
The case, resting on four large bun feet, is in exquisite condition with the patina only found on clocks that have been well cared for all of their lives. Note the full columns so often found on quality Viennese-made cases - unlike the half or quarter columns found on the more common German cases.
This clock has received a lot of attention while living in our dining room. It just stands out with its elegant simplicity and strong Roman-influenced style.
As with all Viennese clocks, the heart of the clock is an exceptionally well made long duration mechanism with maintaining power. The hands, crutch, pulley, all elaborate, highly pierced, and in excellent condition. As is the weight and pendulum bob. And this piece has its original key, which only adds to the originality and charm of this piece.
Of course, there is always that one little detail that speaks to me. For this clock, it is the second hand with the beautiful pierced heart-shaped counter-weight to the back of the hand! Details like this speak volumes to the quality of the Viennese pieces.
The pendulum rating nut has an inset silvered dial to indicate relative rotation of the nut - you can see the pointer in one of the photo's for the inset dial. And the beat scale is in excellent, original condition.
We have had this clock running in our home for the last eight months, enjoying its stately grace.
If you are looking for an elegant reminder of the glory of the alt deutsche period, you could hardly do better than this piece.
Caveats: None - the piece is ready to grace your home!
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