Table/desk clock - W.u.A. Schmid-Schlenker Jr. - Brass, Glass, Metal - 1950-1960






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This German musical mantel clock by W.u.A. Schmid-Schlenker Jr., dating from 1950–1960, has a mechanical eight-day movement, brass, glass and metal construction, and Chinoiserie-style decoration.
Description from the seller
Vintage Schmid / Forestville 8-Day 4-Jewel Musical Mantel Clock - For Restoration (Complete Lot)
Up for auction is a rare and highly collectible Mid-Century German desk/mantel clock with an integrated music box, manufactured by W.u.A. Schmid-Schlenker Jr. and distributed by Forestville.
* **Condition:**
For restoration / repair (Watchmaker's DIY Project). The clock movement has been partially disassembled.
* **Completeness:**
The lot is 100% complete. All original gears, pins, screws, winding key, and bridge plates are present (clearly shown laid out in the photos).
* **Movement Specs:**
Mechanical 8-Day movement, 4 Jewels, made in Western Germany.
* **Music Box:**
Integrated mechanical music box inside the base that plays "Danube Waves" (Valurile Dunării). The original paper tune label is intact on the bottom, alongside the official maker's stamp "W.u.A. Schmid-Schlenker Jr. Germany".
* **Aesthetics:**
The brass casing is in solid condition with a wonderful vintage patina. Features elegant, curved Lucite/acrylic side panels engraved with an oriental pagoda and floral motif (Chinoiserie style). The ornate brass filigree band around the base with its original red fabric backing is fully intact.
An excellent, honest project for watch restoration enthusiasts, collectors, or professional horologists.
Dimensions : 16.5 cm × 16 cm × 8.5 cm
The product will be professionally packed and sent safely to your address by local post.
The pictures of the product are made with the highest possible resolution, precisely to capture possible small defects (small scratches, stains, defect), the pictures are part of the product description.
Vintage Schmid / Forestville 8-Day 4-Jewel Musical Mantel Clock - For Restoration (Complete Lot)
Up for auction is a rare and highly collectible Mid-Century German desk/mantel clock with an integrated music box, manufactured by W.u.A. Schmid-Schlenker Jr. and distributed by Forestville.
* **Condition:**
For restoration / repair (Watchmaker's DIY Project). The clock movement has been partially disassembled.
* **Completeness:**
The lot is 100% complete. All original gears, pins, screws, winding key, and bridge plates are present (clearly shown laid out in the photos).
* **Movement Specs:**
Mechanical 8-Day movement, 4 Jewels, made in Western Germany.
* **Music Box:**
Integrated mechanical music box inside the base that plays "Danube Waves" (Valurile Dunării). The original paper tune label is intact on the bottom, alongside the official maker's stamp "W.u.A. Schmid-Schlenker Jr. Germany".
* **Aesthetics:**
The brass casing is in solid condition with a wonderful vintage patina. Features elegant, curved Lucite/acrylic side panels engraved with an oriental pagoda and floral motif (Chinoiserie style). The ornate brass filigree band around the base with its original red fabric backing is fully intact.
An excellent, honest project for watch restoration enthusiasts, collectors, or professional horologists.
Dimensions : 16.5 cm × 16 cm × 8.5 cm
The product will be professionally packed and sent safely to your address by local post.
The pictures of the product are made with the highest possible resolution, precisely to capture possible small defects (small scratches, stains, defect), the pictures are part of the product description.
