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We need additional quality German and Austrian clocks and, weight-driven Vienna regulators. Do you have one to sell? Contact us!
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Austrian/German & Vienna Regulators - Pg 1
 
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HRO-01
$5,500
MOTIVATED SELLER
just reduced price signficantly
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Spectatular Gustav Becker
Open Well Clock, c.1891
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Ship From Vista CA
We will have this clock at
the Greater Los Angeles Regional
in Pasadena if not previously sold.
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At first glance, a knowledgeable collector would certainly guess this was a Lenzkirch clock. They would at least be from the right part of the world as an origin, but definitely from the wrong maker! This clock is a Gustav Becker through and through. Respendent in its brass trim, this magnificent clock stands out above the crowd, regardless of pedigrees!
Unfortunately, the clock was hanging on a pegboard, so we've done our best to cut most of it out of the photos and had help with the front photo from our clock buddy, Craig Bates, in New Zeland... thanks, Craig!
Physical: The incredibly detailed walnut case measures 48" h x 19"w x 8.5"d. It recently received an exceptional professional restoration by one of the top guys on the West Coast who told us the case was essentially black when it arrived at his shop. Even he thought it was a Lenz. Several pieces of brass trim were re-cast in the restoration process as they were MIA. |
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The midcase section is very interesting. There is an latch on the left side that lets the front door open. But there are also a pair of walnut ball-tipped pins, one on each side that, when pulled straight out, release the entire movement surrount, much like the bonnet on a tallcase clock, allowing it to pull straight out to provide access to the movement from the side. The full-length photos below show the clock with the bonnet on and off as well as a side view of the movement with the bonnet off.
The 7" diameter dial was re-silvered in the restoration process and is in excellent condition as is the original pendulum, which features a Victorian era girl on a swing. As you study the photos be sure to notice the beveled glass in the door. And note the "fish scale" roof above the dial and under the first-level architectural top (below the gallery top)... "You followin' me camera guy?"
Mechanical: The eight-day gong-strike movement was professionally overhauled in the restoration process and is in excellent running order.
Comments: This is one of those clocks where you notice something different each time you look at it. Why? Because you tend to examine it rather than just glance as it is a visually consuming piece of art. It will command a major presence in any room where it is allowed to rule. Will that be in your castle?
Packing/Shipping: Unless you want to come to us to pick up the clock it will require crating. That's the only safe way we know to transport it. Our crater, Tri-City Crating, has an exceptional track-record with our clients for exceptional packing and for coordinating delivery by qualified trucking companies. And their prices have always been exceptionally fair. We know you, too, will be pleased with their work in your behalf.
Questions? Contact us by phone at 760-604-0262, or e-mail.
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Front View
Front Left - Bonnet Off - 1
Front Left - Bonnet Off - 2
Crown
Upper Section
Midsection Left
Pendulum
Base
Movement - Back
Movement Dial - Back
Movement Left Side
Movement Right Side
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BAR-09
$6,450
Ship From So CA
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30-Day Biedermeier Period Vienna Regulator
Signed “ Suchy”
This Beidermeier period clock is a great example of the outstanding workmanship of one of Vienna's most famous clockmakers. Karl Suchy is listed in Kaltenböck as having been in business around 1866. Later examples of his clocks were signed Karl Suchy & Sohne, Wien (Vienna).
His clocks are prizes in many collections. This one is available to us only because a very high-end collector needs room for additional prized clocks. So that fact represents a wonderful opportunity for you!
Physical: The case, which measures 13.25"w x 55"h x 5.5"d is in pristine original condition. It has been French-polished to obtain the wonderful lustre that you can see in the photos. The 6.5" two-piece porcelain dial is signed "Suchy" and is in execllent original condition.
Mechanical: The 30-day, time-only movement, marked "7725" was professionally serviced in 2007, so it's in great running order and ready for years of great service for you. It is such a quiet runner that it hangs in the master bedroom of our consignor... who sleeps comfortably through the night without hearing the clock!
Comments: Here is an opportunity for you to own a significant Vienna regulator that will bring joy to all who see it. Give us a call to make arrangements for it to become yours!
Questions? Contact us by phone at 760-604-0262, or e-mail.
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Front View
Crown
Base
Dial
Weight/Pendulum
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JBU-03
$4,750
Price Significantly Reduced
Ship From Vista, CA
We will have this clock at
the Greater Los Angeles Regional
in Pasadena if not previously sold.
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German Astronomical Regulator, c.1887
| Here is an unusual regulator of a variety we don't often see in European wall-hanging clocks, an "Astro" regulator. Most we see are extremely high-end American regulators. Known as very accurate timepieces, these clocks were often found in jewelry stores. This particular one has a small tag taped to the back of the upper glass that says, "Franz Buhr, Ubermacher & Optiker, Otterndorf". |
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We did some research and found that Otterndorf is is a town on the coast of the North Sea in the region of Lower Saxony, Germany and is part of the Samtgemeinde Hadeln. The town is at the mouth of the river Medem on part of the Elbe delta in the district Cuxhaven.
Physical: The mahogany case with full round fluted columns, appears to have the original finish. It measures approximately 20.5"w x 71.5"h x 12" d. There is evidence of worms having been in the case in the past, but it's not one of those "holy" clocks that's been eaten away! The silvered astronomical dial has a great patina and is signed, "A. Brix 1887". Both glasses are original and wavy. The chapter ring measures 8" in diameter. There is also a a very fine seconds bit and a subsidiary hours dial, with the large outer ring showing the minutes in typical "astro" format.
The pendulum is a mercury "U-Tube" with a micro adjustment ring in the center. There is a beat plate in the bottom of the case that is unattached. The open-topped weight has an etched decorative pattern. The open section in the top allowed for small shot pellets to be added to for finite adjustment of the weight. There is also a micro-adjustment knob at the top of the pendulum.
There are dings at the top of the upper right and left columns; there is a little bit of veneer missing on the right rear edge which could be dealt with using a matching stain, a small (needs clamp/glue) crack in the moulding above the left column, and a pair of small moulding pieces missing in the front crown (we had the clock for quite some time before we even noticed that). The mahogany grain in the crown is slightly different than that of the case, but if one were not looking for it you might not notice. Bottom finials are not original to the clock. One of the standoff knurled screws is missing (typical).
Mechanical: The eight-day, weight-driven movement has just been professionally serviced and is hanging on our office wall running great. The weight cable is a very fine wire suspended on double pulleys.
Comments: Astronomical regulators are few and far between, especially of this variety and in this price range. This is a lot of clock for the price, and an especially good fit for someone who wants to tinker with the case. If you are seeking a unusual large regulator at an extremely reasonable price, please lend this one your consideration.
Questions? Contact us by phone at 760-604-0262, or e-mail.
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Front View
Crown
Column Carving Detail
Veneer Right Side
Base - 1
Base - 2
Base - Right
Dial
Jeweler's Tag
Weight/Pendulum
Weight/Pendulum Closeup
Movement - Bottom-up
Movement - Right
Movement - Top
Movement Mount
Movement - Back
Case Back - Upper
Case Back - Lower
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RHO-06
$1,995
Ship from So CA
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Lenzkirch Cherub Mantle Clock, c.1890
Here's a beautiful and extremely clean Lenzkirch mantle clock that is coming out of the collection of a major player. We're proud to present it for your consideration...
Physical: The burled and gilded case measures 7.5"w x 15"h x 4.5"d. The finish on the wood is original; it has been polished and is in excellent physical condition; same with the gilding. The 3.5" diameter dial is in excellent condition and has "cartouche"-style numerals.
Mechanical: The 8-day time and bell-strike movement has serial number 715895 which you can see on the dating chart puts its date of manufacture at 1890. It has been professionally serviced and is in excellent running order. One very nice thing about this particular clock that is not on all the small Lenzkirch mantle clocks is that you can see the pendulum; most are blocked off so you only see the case.
Comments: This is a gorgeous small mantle clock that would work well on a bedroom chest or even on a bath counter. Lenzkirch collectors look long and hard to find such a treasure. Shouldn't it be yours?
Questions? Contact us by phone at 760-604-0262, or e-mail.
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Back View
Cherub Detail
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Give us a call at 760-604-0262 or send us a note to the e-mail address below and let's discuss the clocks or other items you have to sell. Whether you're a seasoned collector, an estate manager, a "senior" collector looking to downsize in a "pre-estate" direction, or if you're just a beginning collector, we can help you like we've done for many others over many years. Please give us a call or drop us an e-mail note. You'll like the way we work and the way you are treated. Quality, Respect, Responsibility and Reputation are our business guidelines.
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