A fine miniature renaissance wall clock, South Germany, ca. 1600.

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Name
A fine miniature renaissance wall clock, South Germany, ca. 1600.
Reference
DRVA100376
Techniques
Gilded, Repoussé
Colors
Gold, Brown, Black
Categories
Decorative Arts Clocks Wall Clocks
Styles
Renaissance
Periods
Before 1600 Antique
Origins
Germany
Description
A beautiful miniature renaissance wall clock, South Germany, ca. 1600.
Going train on balance wheel, striking mechanism on a bell, regulated by a countwheel, alarm on spring drum. All wheels of iron.
The case is provided with gilded panels, front and side doors of repoussé worked metal.
The round dial has Roman numerals I-XII and one hour hand. This clock is exclusive because of the early period in which it was made and because of its size.
Making a miniature clock was a challenge for the craftsmanship of the clockmaker.
Dimensions hxwxd 20x8x85 cm.
Price on request.

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