Table or Mantel Clock Art Nouveau / Jugendstil - Manifattura Bernhard Bloch (BB) & Movimento Junghans (ca. 1900) - Glazed Ceramic - 1900-1910
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Art Nouveau/Jugendstil table or mantel clock, ca. 1900, in glazed ceramic by Manifattura Bernhard Bloch (BB) with Junghans movement; 26 cm high, 22 cm wide, 10 cm deep, 882 g, mechanical with multi-day power reserve, without strike, European origin, in good condition with minor age-related marks, not in working order.
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Elegant Art Nouveau/Jugendstil table or mantel clock – Bernhard Bloch (BB) ceramic case & Junghans movement (c. 1900)
Refined and elegant table or mantel clock made around the turn of the late 19th and early 20th century, a perfect example of period co-branding between high artistic maiolica and the prestigious German micromechanics. The enameled ceramic case features sinuous, organic lines typical of the Liberty / Art Nouveau style, with a warm, shaded palette ranging from brown to green and cream. At the top, the case is crowned by a refined sculptural element depicting a draped female figure in a meditative pose. The circular dial with Arabic numerals is perfectly set into the rounded, bulging structure.
In-Depth on the Manufactures and Authenticity
Ceramic Case (Bernhard Bloch - BB): Stamped on the back of the base is the mark "BB" followed by the model number "7581". In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Bernhard Bloch manufactory (also known as Eichwald or B. Bloch & Co.) was one of the most renowned producers of maiolica, terra-cotta, and artistic ceramics in the Jugendstil / Art Nouveau style. They were masters at combining sculpted female figures with everyday objects. On the back of the case, just above the mark, there is also a hand-engraved signature in the ceramic before firing (attributable to a Bloch stable sculptor, such as Theodore Schoop).
Mechanical Movement (Junghans)
Founded in 1861 in Schramberg by Erhard Junghans, the company became one of the world’s largest watchmakers around the turn of the century. The dial and movement bear the iconic eight-pointed star with the letter "J" at the center. Inside the mechanism are the valuable stamped codes F1012 and the abbreviation HED, confirming the authenticity and historical coherence of the vintage components produced by the Schramberg house.
Characteristics and Dimensions
Type: Table clock / centerpiece / mantel clock.
Style: Art Nouveau / Jugendstil.
Period: Early 20th century (c. 1900).
Material: Ceramic / polychrome glazed maiolica.
Overall height: 26 cm
Maximum width: 22 cm
Depth: 10 cm
Condition and Conservation
Excellent overall structural and aesthetic conservation. Noted are restoration interventions on one arm and on the rear of the female figure (fully documented in the attached photographs). The mechanism has not been tested and will likely require servicing.
Packing and Shipping
I guarantee extremely careful and professional packaging and shipping via international express courier with online tracking.
Seller's Story
Welcome to my profile. I am an art enthusiast offering a curated selection of glassware, porcelain, and decorative collectibles. I boast forty years of experience in the industry, having collaborated with major international auction houses. My presence on Catawiki stems from a desire to continue sharing the beauty and history of these objects with a new audience of enthusiasts. I guarantee absolute expertise, faithful descriptions, and a professional conduct based on honesty and transparency.
Translated by Google TranslateElegant Art Nouveau/Jugendstil table or mantel clock – Bernhard Bloch (BB) ceramic case & Junghans movement (c. 1900)
Refined and elegant table or mantel clock made around the turn of the late 19th and early 20th century, a perfect example of period co-branding between high artistic maiolica and the prestigious German micromechanics. The enameled ceramic case features sinuous, organic lines typical of the Liberty / Art Nouveau style, with a warm, shaded palette ranging from brown to green and cream. At the top, the case is crowned by a refined sculptural element depicting a draped female figure in a meditative pose. The circular dial with Arabic numerals is perfectly set into the rounded, bulging structure.
In-Depth on the Manufactures and Authenticity
Ceramic Case (Bernhard Bloch - BB): Stamped on the back of the base is the mark "BB" followed by the model number "7581". In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the Bernhard Bloch manufactory (also known as Eichwald or B. Bloch & Co.) was one of the most renowned producers of maiolica, terra-cotta, and artistic ceramics in the Jugendstil / Art Nouveau style. They were masters at combining sculpted female figures with everyday objects. On the back of the case, just above the mark, there is also a hand-engraved signature in the ceramic before firing (attributable to a Bloch stable sculptor, such as Theodore Schoop).
Mechanical Movement (Junghans)
Founded in 1861 in Schramberg by Erhard Junghans, the company became one of the world’s largest watchmakers around the turn of the century. The dial and movement bear the iconic eight-pointed star with the letter "J" at the center. Inside the mechanism are the valuable stamped codes F1012 and the abbreviation HED, confirming the authenticity and historical coherence of the vintage components produced by the Schramberg house.
Characteristics and Dimensions
Type: Table clock / centerpiece / mantel clock.
Style: Art Nouveau / Jugendstil.
Period: Early 20th century (c. 1900).
Material: Ceramic / polychrome glazed maiolica.
Overall height: 26 cm
Maximum width: 22 cm
Depth: 10 cm
Condition and Conservation
Excellent overall structural and aesthetic conservation. Noted are restoration interventions on one arm and on the rear of the female figure (fully documented in the attached photographs). The mechanism has not been tested and will likely require servicing.
Packing and Shipping
I guarantee extremely careful and professional packaging and shipping via international express courier with online tracking.
Seller's Story
Welcome to my profile. I am an art enthusiast offering a curated selection of glassware, porcelain, and decorative collectibles. I boast forty years of experience in the industry, having collaborated with major international auction houses. My presence on Catawiki stems from a desire to continue sharing the beauty and history of these objects with a new audience of enthusiasts. I guarantee absolute expertise, faithful descriptions, and a professional conduct based on honesty and transparency.
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Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Manifattura Bernhard Bloch (BB) & Movimento Junghans (ca. 1900)
Clock type
Table or Mantel Clock Art Nouveau / Jugendstil
Material
Glazed Ceramic
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
more day movement
Striking
Not striking
Country of origin
Europe
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
No
Height
26 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
Weight
882 g
Winding key
No
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