Miniature Türmchenuhr, Germany, probably Augsburg, ca. 1630.

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Miniature Türmchenuhr, Germany, probably Augsburg, ca. 1630.
Reference
DRVA100372
Techniques
Gilded
Colors
Blue, Gold, Gray, White, Black
Categories
Decorative Arts Clocks Mantel Clocks
Materials
Silver
Styles
Renaissance
Periods
17th Century Antique
Origins
Germany
Description
Miniature Türmchenuhr, Germany, probably Augsburg, ca. 1630.
This small Türmchenuhr, also called a tabernacle clock, has a fire-gilded case and silver dials. The dials are decorated with enamel, the frontdial has Roman numerals. Clock with two winding holes at the back, one hour hand. The going train has been converted to a pendulum. Striking mechanism on a bell. In the Renaissance, Türnchenuhren belonged to the wealthy citizens and were mainly built in Germany.
HxWxD 23.5x12x12 cm. Price on request.

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