Desk clock - Rare en laiton en forme de brouette – Cronel Swiss Made – Circa 1960-1970 - Brass - 1960-1970
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A vintage brass desk clock in the shape of a wheelbarrow by Cronel Swiss Made, circa 1960–1970, with a manual-wind mechanical movement, 1-day power reserve, no striking, in excellent condition and measuring 12.5 × 5 × 5.5 cm, Swiss-made movement.
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Vintage brass desk clock in the shape of a wheelbarrow – Cronel Swiss Made – Circa 1960-1970
Original and uncommon horological curiosity: a miniature brass desk clock in the shape of a wheelbarrow, incorporating a Swiss mechanical movement from the Cronel brand.
This vintage piece, dating probably from the 1960s-1970s, combines a Swiss watch movement with a particularly original decorative presentation. The wheelbarrow-shaped frame is made of brass and features a movable wheel.
The dial has a textured gold finish, with black Roman numerals, elegant hands, and a railway-style minute track.
Thanks to its compact size and unusual design, this piece is especially suited to collectors of vintage watchmaking, curios, and decorative desk objects.
Features
* Watch brand: Cronel
* Origin of movement: Switzerland – Swiss Made
* Type: mechanical desk clock/watch
* Movement: manual winding mechanical
* Inscription on movement: Antimagnetic
* Display: Roman numerals
* Minute track: railway style
* Main material: brass
* Era: circa 1960-1970
* Wheel: movable
Dimensions
* Total length: 12.5 cm
* Maximum width: 5.5 cm
* Maximum height: 5 cm
Condition report
Very good overall condition for a vintage piece from that era.
The brass displays a lovely original patina, consistent with its age. The dial is clean and perfectly legible.
The Swiss manual-wind mechanical movement runs correctly. The winding crown operates smoothly.
Vintage brass desk clock in the shape of a wheelbarrow – Cronel Swiss Made – Circa 1960-1970
Original and uncommon horological curiosity: a miniature brass desk clock in the shape of a wheelbarrow, incorporating a Swiss mechanical movement from the Cronel brand.
This vintage piece, dating probably from the 1960s-1970s, combines a Swiss watch movement with a particularly original decorative presentation. The wheelbarrow-shaped frame is made of brass and features a movable wheel.
The dial has a textured gold finish, with black Roman numerals, elegant hands, and a railway-style minute track.
Thanks to its compact size and unusual design, this piece is especially suited to collectors of vintage watchmaking, curios, and decorative desk objects.
Features
* Watch brand: Cronel
* Origin of movement: Switzerland – Swiss Made
* Type: mechanical desk clock/watch
* Movement: manual winding mechanical
* Inscription on movement: Antimagnetic
* Display: Roman numerals
* Minute track: railway style
* Main material: brass
* Era: circa 1960-1970
* Wheel: movable
Dimensions
* Total length: 12.5 cm
* Maximum width: 5.5 cm
* Maximum height: 5 cm
Condition report
Very good overall condition for a vintage piece from that era.
The brass displays a lovely original patina, consistent with its age. The dial is clean and perfectly legible.
The Swiss manual-wind mechanical movement runs correctly. The winding crown operates smoothly.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Rare en laiton en forme de brouette – Cronel Swiss Made – Circa 1960-1970
Clock type
Desk clock
Material
Brass
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
1 day movement
Striking
Not striking
Country of origin
Switzerland
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Height
12.5 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
5.5 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
Weight
600 g
Winding key
No
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