Pendulum clock - Junghans - Art Deco Brass, Wood - 1910-1920

Exceptional Art Deco clock by JUNGHANS – Rod chime – 1920s
General Description
Magnificent Art Deco-style living room clock, combining the nobility of carved wood with the geometric rigor of the era. This authentic piece is a testament to the clockmaking craftsmanship of the first half of the 20th century.
Technical Data Sheet & Specifications
Manufacturer: Junghans (prestigious German manufacturer, as evidenced by the brass badge with the eight-pointed star and the central "J").
Era: Circa 1930–1935 (Art Deco period).
Material: Solid oak casing with exquisite floral carvings (rose motifs) hand-carved in the solid.
Dial: octagonal, with Art Deco–style Arabic numerals, protected by a beveled glass cover.
Lower display case: Glass fashioned in a fan shape (a geometric pattern typical of the period) that allows observing the movement of the balance wheel.
Accessories: Supplied with its original key for winding.
Mechanism & Functioning
This clock features a high-quality mechanical movement:
Type: weight-and-spring movement with balance wheel.
Chime: Equipped with a rod carillon (horizontal gongs). It chimes the hours and half-hours with a deep, melodic tone.
Feature: The mechanism is housed in a robust brass plate, a hallmark of the durability of Junghans' productions.
Condition of the item
The clock is in its original condition.
The wood has a very beautiful patina, but it could use a light cleaning and waxing to restore its full shine.
The mechanism is complete; a quick inspection and lubrication by an amateur or a professional is advised to ensure perfectly smooth operation after transport.
The windows are intact.
Historical note: Junghans was, at that time, the largest watchmaking factory in the world. This specific model perfectly represents the transition between the naturalism of Art Nouveau (the carved flowers) and the modernism of Art Deco (the straight lines and the geometric glass). //////////////////////************/////*********************
Exceptional Art Deco Junghans Clock – Chime Clock with Rods – 1930s
General Description
A magnificent Art Deco style parlor clock, combining the elegance of carved wood with the geometric rigor of the period. This authentic piece is a testament to the watchmaking expertise of the first half of the 20th century.

Technical Specifications & Characteristics
Manufacturer: Junghans (a prestigious German manufacturer, as evidenced by the brass medallion with the eight-pointed star and the central "J").

Period: Circa 1930-1935 (Art Deco period).

Material: Solid oak case with superb hand-carved floral motifs (roses).

Dial: Octagonal with Art Deco Arabic numerals, protected by a beveled glass panel.

Lower display case: Fan-shaped glass (a typical geometric motif of the period) allowing observation of the pendulum's movement.

Accessories: Comes with its original winding key.

Mechanism & Operation
This clock features a high-quality mechanical movement:

Type: Weight/spring movement with pendulum.

Striking: Equipped with a rod chime (horizontal gongs). It strikes the hours and half-hours with a deep and melodious tone.

Special Feature: The mechanism is housed in a robust brass plate, characteristic of the durability of Junghans products.

Condition
The clock is in its original condition.
The wood has a beautiful patina but would benefit from a light cleaning/waxing to restore its full luster.

The mechanism is complete. A minor service/oiling by an amateur or professional is recommended to ensure perfect regularity after transport.

The crystals are intact.

Historical note: Junghans was, at that time, the largest watch factory in the world. This particular model perfectly represents the transition between the naturalism of Art Nouveau (the sculpted flowers) and the modernism of Art Deco (the straight lines and geometric glass).