Ship From So. CA

We believe this clock was made in Germany for the English market. In this period the English and Germans were both making magnificent large bracket clocks with 8-bell movements. In general, both were of extremely high quality, with the Germans following both the English styles and methods. This clock is no exception to that. The cabinet is incredible. Tremendous attention was paid to detail throughout. Be sure to check out the pouncing behind the leaves and scrolls.

Physical: The highly carved quartered oak case is in excellent physical condition and retains the original finish. It most likely originated in the Black Forest area of Germany. It measures 14"w x 23"h x 9.5"d and has been cleaned and polished. The 6" silvered dial features original hands and gilded spandrels. There are a pair of selectors to choose a chime tune and to turn off the strike if you please. These clocks have such a charming sound we can't imagine anyone turning one off... even for overnight visitors in the house!

Mechanical: The eight-day triple fusee movement features a nest of eight saucer bells on which either the Westminster or Whittington tunes are played (they may also be turned off). The hour is struck on a heavy cathedral gong. The movement was professionally overhauled in 2009 and is in excellent running order. As is typical of German and English movements of the era, the plates of the movement are extremely thick, more like one might expect on a tallcase clock. These movements were built to last. This one is similar to those made by Winterhalder & Hoffmeier.

Comments: If you've been waiting for a bracket clock with just the right quality of carving detail, stop holding your breath and give us a call to make it your own...

Questions? Contact us by phone at 760-604-0262, or e-mail.

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*NOTE: for some reason our left and right side photos did not turn out well. Our consignor sent us some new ones, but they were taken on a day when his flash was not working. Technology... ugh!
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