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WALL CLOCK WITH MONTH, DAY, AND ZODIAC SIGN
Prague, 18th century. Signed Dominicus Heinrich (active ca. 1780).
Blackened, architecturally designed case on claw feet. Gilded brass front with engraved decoration in the form of acanthus leaf tendrils and flowers. Dial with Roman hour numerals and Arabic minute numerals. Above this, three auxiliary chapter rings for setting the striking mechanism and calendar display. Small date window and semicircular window for visible pendulum. Movement with verge escapement and short rear pendulum, striking mechanism with grande sonnerie (can be switched on and off). Repetition on request. 1 key.
32.5 × 19 × 45 cm.
Provenance:
- Koller Auctions Zurich, December 3-5, 2003, lot 1070.
- Swiss private collection, acquired at the above auction.
Conditionreport:
- Movement currently functional<br>- Case with small cracks<br>- Signs of use<br>- Repair to the dial CHF 1 500 / 2 000 | (€ 1 550 / 2 060)
Vendu pour CHF 1 250 (frais inclus)