Lot 1029 - A216 Works of Art & Decorative Arts - jeudi, 26. mars 2026, 13h30
LATE RENAISSANCE IRON CLOCK WITH ALARM AND DAY DISPLAY
Probably Zug, dated 1687.
Closed, rectangular metal case with two bells placed one above the other. The three-sided crown is painted with allegories of transience in the form of cherubs with banners. The dial is painted with a large chapter ring with Roman numerals above a corresponding small chapter ring for the quarter hours. Alarm disc. In the upper section, the sun and moon flank a trapezoidal window with the day display. The side doors also show figurative scenes as allegories of death and transience, combined with aphorisms. Pillar construction movement, the going train with verge escapement and balance wheel, and the strike mechanism striking the three-quarter hour on two bells, arranged one behind the other. Small alarm mechanism on bell.
13 × 11.5 × 32 cm.
Restorations, repairs, and supplements. Paintwork with retouching and losses.
CHF 5 000 / 7 000 | (€ 5 150 / 7 220)
Vendu pour CHF 10 000 (frais inclus)