Mystery swinging timepiece - Metal - 1920-1930
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€ 137
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Selected by Paula Martin-Calero Toro
Holds a degree in art history; over six years cataloguing and appraising antiques.
Estimate € 450 - € 500
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Junghans Schwinguhr pendulum clock in a metal case with a mechanical movement and an eight-day power reserve, no striking, dating to circa 1910–1925 and originating from Germany, with a 40 × 18 × 15 cm case, weighing 2.1 kg, winding key included, described as a mysterious oscillating pendulum clock in good condition with minor signs of age.
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Description from the seller
An oscillating pendulum clock by Junghans, the 'mysterious' clock with a swinging pendulum (or 'mysterious clock'), dating from the early 20th century (roughly between 1910 and 1925), depicting an aviation pioneer.
Produced by the German watchmaking house Junghans in the period bridging Art Nouveau and the early Art Deco era. It belongs to the category of 'mystery' clocks with a suspended pendulum, a highly successful collectible genre born in France in the 19th century and then perfected by Junghans for the global market.
Unlike classic desk clocks where the pendulum swings inside the case, here the entire upper block (casing + rod + lower-weight sphere) acts as the pendulum: the internal escapement of the manually wound movement transmits a micro-impulse with each oscillation, keeping the whole clock in constant harmonious swing from right to left.
Externally the clock is in very good condition and shows no particular scratches, dents, or significant signs of wear. The mechanism requires servicing, but it is still in working order.
An oscillating pendulum clock by Junghans, the 'mysterious' clock with a swinging pendulum (or 'mysterious clock'), dating from the early 20th century (roughly between 1910 and 1925), depicting an aviation pioneer.
Produced by the German watchmaking house Junghans in the period bridging Art Nouveau and the early Art Deco era. It belongs to the category of 'mystery' clocks with a suspended pendulum, a highly successful collectible genre born in France in the 19th century and then perfected by Junghans for the global market.
Unlike classic desk clocks where the pendulum swings inside the case, here the entire upper block (casing + rod + lower-weight sphere) acts as the pendulum: the internal escapement of the manually wound movement transmits a micro-impulse with each oscillation, keeping the whole clock in constant harmonious swing from right to left.
Externally the clock is in very good condition and shows no particular scratches, dents, or significant signs of wear. The mechanism requires servicing, but it is still in working order.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Clock type
Mystery swinging timepiece
Model
Junghans Swing Clock
Material
Metal
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
8 day movement
Striking
Not striking
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
40 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
Weight
2.1 kg
Winding key
Yes
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