PPU second-pendulum grandfather clock, featuring the 1855 D’Bronze medal by Van Kemmel
Price €1,850
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Buying & shipping
- Shipping within Germany only. Shipping costs depend on the clock and the shipping method and are given beforehand.
- Pickup in 98701 Großbreitenbach is possible.
- Payment by bank transfer in advance or in cash on pickup.
Key facts
- Era
- The Victorian Era (1837–1900)
- Movement
- Mechanical
- Brand
- van Kemmel
- Product type
- Grandfather clock
- Style
- Baroque
- Frame material
- Wood
- Advert format
- Analogue
- Material
- Glass, wood, metal
- Period of manufacture
- 1850–1899
- Year of manufacture
- 1855
- Antique
- Yes
- Vintage
- Yes
Description
Large, elaborately carved Rococo seconds pendulum clock with pin escapement (full anchor), central seconds hand, inscribed ‘Medaille de Bronze 1.Classe Exposition Industriell Ipres 1855 Van Kemmel’. A very elaborate, solid oak case in the Rococo style with lavish carvings in the form of volutes, rocaille motifs, wings, etc., featuring a total of three doors and an oval opening offering a view of the pendulum. In good condition for its age, with a few stress cracks. Dial consists of a glass pane inscribed on the reverse (inscription renewed), with a central cut-out offering a view of the movement; hand-sawn steel hands (one of which has been repaired). The functioning movement features a pin escapement with a solid anchor; power reserve approx. 1 week. The movement has been fully cleaned, all wheels re-bearinged and all running surfaces polished. Heavy rust pendulum (apparent compensation) with a strass stone set into it, blade suspension (slight deformations). 1 original weight and 1 crank are included in the offer. Dimensions: Height: 228 cm Width: 61 cm Depth: 31 cm