Wall clock - Wood - 1960-1970 - Frisian tail clock

04
days
15
hours
34
minutes
53
seconds
Current bid
€ 4
No reserve price
Paula Martin-Calero Toro
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Selected by Paula Martin-Calero Toro

Holds a degree in art history; over six years cataloguing and appraising antiques.

Estimate  € 170 - € 210
FR
€4
IT
€3

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This Dutch wooden Frisian tail clock, dating from 1960–1970, has a mechanical eight-day movement and strikes every half-hour with one bell.

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Description from the seller

Beautiful Authentic Frisian Tail Clock / Excellent Condition!
Description:
For sale: a stunning, classic wooden wall clock with a rich, nostalgic appearance. A true eye-catcher for the living room, hallway, or office!
The clock features a beautifully detailed dial with Roman numerals, elegant hands, and a traditionally painted scene at the top depicting historical sailing ships. On top of the hood stand the characteristic brass figures, including Atlas bearing the world globe and two bugle-blowers.
The clock hangs on a wooden back panel with an openwork pattern and heart elements, and is equipped with two heavy, brass pear-shaped weights on chains.

Beautiful Authentic Frisian Tail Clock / Excellent Condition!
Description:
For sale: a stunning, classic wooden wall clock with a rich, nostalgic appearance. A true eye-catcher for the living room, hallway, or office!
The clock features a beautifully detailed dial with Roman numerals, elegant hands, and a traditionally painted scene at the top depicting historical sailing ships. On top of the hood stand the characteristic brass figures, including Atlas bearing the world globe and two bugle-blowers.
The clock hangs on a wooden back panel with an openwork pattern and heart elements, and is equipped with two heavy, brass pear-shaped weights on chains.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Specific region of origin
Friesland
Title additional information
Frisian tail clock
Material
Wood
Clock mechanism
Mechanical
Power reserve
8 day movement
Striking
half hour, one bell
Country of origin
Netherlands
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
60 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
18 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
Weight
5 kg
Winding key
No
The NetherlandsVerified
115
Objects sold
Private

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