Mantel clock - Brass - 1950-1960
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A heavy brass fireplace cartel clock dating to the 1950s–1960s, with a mechanical 8‑day F. Mauthe W400 movement (5 jewels), half‑hour strike on a bell, German origin, dimensions 46 × 25.5 × 13 cm, weight about 8 kg, winding key included, and in good condition with minor signs of aging.
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Magnificent solid-bronze fireplace clock, Louis XV style, French Rococo commonly known as a Cartel Clock.
With floral motifs and scrolls, in the lower part, below the center, a beautifully stylized carp over an acanthus leaf.
In a very handsome enamelled round dial with Roman numerals in perfect condition. Protected by a bevelled concave glass window.
At the rear, a bronze door provides access to adjustments and lubrication such as turning the bell on and off.
As for the movement, it is a F. Mauthe W400 movement, with 5 jewels (rare – they are usually 4 jewels), dating from the 1950s to the 1960s. The W400 calibre was produced during Germany’s Economic Miracle, often integrated into Mid-Century Modern style cases or buffet-style fireplace clocks.
Five jewels (Jewels): The presence of 5 jewels indicates a higher-quality construction, to ensure less wear and greater precision.
Friedrich Mauthe was one of Germany’s most important clock manufacturers, operating in Schwenningen from 1844 to 1976.
W400: It is an eight-day (weekly winding) movement, known for its robustness, sometimes used in ship’s clocks or nautical timepieces ('Ship’s Bell') due to its reliability.
The large, heavy clock will be shipped in optimal packaging.
Magnificent solid-bronze fireplace clock, Louis XV style, French Rococo commonly known as a Cartel Clock.
With floral motifs and scrolls, in the lower part, below the center, a beautifully stylized carp over an acanthus leaf.
In a very handsome enamelled round dial with Roman numerals in perfect condition. Protected by a bevelled concave glass window.
At the rear, a bronze door provides access to adjustments and lubrication such as turning the bell on and off.
As for the movement, it is a F. Mauthe W400 movement, with 5 jewels (rare – they are usually 4 jewels), dating from the 1950s to the 1960s. The W400 calibre was produced during Germany’s Economic Miracle, often integrated into Mid-Century Modern style cases or buffet-style fireplace clocks.
Five jewels (Jewels): The presence of 5 jewels indicates a higher-quality construction, to ensure less wear and greater precision.
Friedrich Mauthe was one of Germany’s most important clock manufacturers, operating in Schwenningen from 1844 to 1976.
W400: It is an eight-day (weekly winding) movement, known for its robustness, sometimes used in ship’s clocks or nautical timepieces ('Ship’s Bell') due to its reliability.
The large, heavy clock will be shipped in optimal packaging.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Brass
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
8 day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
46 cm
Width
25.5 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
Weight
8 kg
Winding key
Yes
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