Cuckoo clock - Schwarzwald - - Limewood - 1850-1900
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Black Forest wooden cuckoo clock by Schwarzwald, dating to 1850–1900, with a mechanical one‑day power reserve, carved fox and grape motifs, a dark dial with stylised Roman numerals, and a striking mechanism that rings with many bells every quarter hour; in good used condition and in working order, with dimensions 74 cm high by 45 cm wide by 23 cm deep and weighing 5 kg.
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In the photo there is a magnificent and rare traditional Black Forest cuckoo clock (Black Forest cuckoo clock) very large, whose carvings refer to the motif "Fox and Grapes". This composition is inspired by the classic Aesop's fable. The clock is characterized by a rich, deep, artisanal finish: Lower part: Hand-carved figure of a fox sneaking among the grapevines. Upper part and crown: Expansive grape leaves, clusters of fruit, and a large predatory bird (eagle or hawk) with wings spread at the top. Dark dial with classic stylized Roman numerals in gold/yellow. Traditional weights in the shape of pinecones that drive the clock mechanism.
Exhibits like this are a pride of German craftsmanship from the Black Forest region. Depending on the mechanism used (most often the Regula brand), such traditional clocks require winding (pulling the weights). The clock requires maintenance and cleaning. The pinecones may be non-original.
PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION
In the photo there is a magnificent and rare traditional Black Forest cuckoo clock (Black Forest cuckoo clock) very large, whose carvings refer to the motif "Fox and Grapes". This composition is inspired by the classic Aesop's fable. The clock is characterized by a rich, deep, artisanal finish: Lower part: Hand-carved figure of a fox sneaking among the grapevines. Upper part and crown: Expansive grape leaves, clusters of fruit, and a large predatory bird (eagle or hawk) with wings spread at the top. Dark dial with classic stylized Roman numerals in gold/yellow. Traditional weights in the shape of pinecones that drive the clock mechanism.
Exhibits like this are a pride of German craftsmanship from the Black Forest region. Depending on the mechanism used (most often the Regula brand), such traditional clocks require winding (pulling the weights). The clock requires maintenance and cleaning. The pinecones may be non-original.
Details
Specific region of origin
Schwarzwald
Wood type
Limewood
Manufacturer/brand
Schwarzwald
Era
1400-1900
Number of objects
1
Clock type
Cuckoo clock
Model
Black Forest
Material
Wood
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
1 day movement
Striking
quarter striking, multiple bells and gongs
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
74 cm
Width
45 cm
Depth
23 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Weight
5 kg
Winding key
No
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