Black Forest Wall Clock - Porcelain - 1850-1900

Stunning Antique Black Forest Porcelain Shield Clock (Schwarzwälder Schilduhr) – Ca. 1850
For auction: A very charming and authentic antique wall clock from the Black Forest (Germany), dating from the mid-19th century. This type of shield clock is known for its hand-painted front and traditional wooden movement. With a height of 21 cm, this is a beautiful, compact size that will suit any interior.

Features and details:
Front: Shaped porcelain/faience shield with elegant floral relief details in pastel colors (red, green and soft blue) and a beautifully hand-painted romantic landscape scene at the top featuring a church/fortress.

Dial: White dial with classic Roman numerals and original, open-work metal hands. The porcelain shows light, age-appropriate hairline cracks (crackling) in the dial, which emphasizes the authentic antique character.

Movement: Authentic Black Forest pin-wheel movement with wooden plates and brass gear train. Equipped with a locking disc strike mechanism (Schlossscheibe) that strikes on an iron bell at the side.
Completeness:

The clock is in complete, original condition and is supplied including:
- The original copper disk pendulum.
- The original chains.
- Two antique cast-iron weights in the characteristic pinecone shape.

Condition:
Visually in a very beautiful antique condition with no major restorations or heavy damage to the fragile porcelain. The movement is visually clean and complete. A magnificent collectible for the enthusiast of early Black Forest clocks.

Please view the photos carefully for an accurate impression of the details and the condition of the movement.