Rare Antique Swiss or Austrian Musical Automaton Picture Painting Wall Clock
Rare Antique Swiss or Austrian Musical Automaton Picture Painting Wall Clock
SOLD $4,495.00 Sold: Aug 8, 2023 on eBayOriginal Listing Description
This listing is for a rare antique Swiss or Austrian wall clock.This lovely clock dates to the 19th century and is an example of superb craftsmanship This piece is a crossover between art and mechanical technology The front facade is a hand painted landscapes scene of a mountain village with castle and waterwheelThe clock tower doubles as an actual clock. A lever on the side reveals 2 hidden winding arbors.The scene is extremely alluring as it is animated with automata automaton functions.On the left hand side, another lever reveals another hidden winding arbor. When wound, the water wheel spins, blacksmith’s arm moves, the fireplace spins, and the water appears to fall. The clock movement also has a music box attached that plays the song “God Save the Queen/My Country Tis of Thee.”The painting appears to be in overall good condition- some minor color loss on the frame.The movements were last serviced in 2018. They ran when tested. The pendulum is missing however (we tested with a pendulum from another clock). The automata functions quite well. One glass rod is missing. 30.25 x 24 x 6 25inchesPlease note that any mechanical clock that is shipped might require adjustments upon arrival and thus time accuracy and running is not guaranteed Please view all photos AND VIDEO for details and feel free to message with any questions prior to purchasing. Cheers! (Condition: Pre-Owned)
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.
Original Listing Description
This listing is for a rare antique Swiss or Austrian wall clock.This lovely clock dates to the 19th century and is an example of superb craftsmanship This piece is a crossover between art and mechanical technology The front facade is a hand painted landscapes scene of a mountain village with castle and waterwheelThe clock tower doubles as an actual clock. A lever on the side reveals 2 hidden winding arbors.The scene is extremely alluring as it is animated with automata automaton functions.On the left hand side, another lever reveals another hidden winding arbor. When wound, the water wheel spins, blacksmith’s arm moves, the fireplace spins, and the water appears to fall. The clock movement also has a music box attached that plays the song “God Save the Queen/My Country Tis of Thee.”The painting appears to be in overall good condition- some minor color loss on the frame.The movements were last serviced in 2018. They ran when tested. The pendulum is missing however (we tested with a pendulum from another clock). The automata functions quite well. One glass rod is missing. 30.25 x 24 x 6 25inchesPlease note that any mechanical clock that is shipped might require adjustments upon arrival and thus time accuracy and running is not guaranteed Please view all photos AND VIDEO for details and feel free to message with any questions prior to purchasing. Cheers! (Condition: Pre-Owned)
Note: This item has been sold and is no longer available. This page serves as a historical price reference for clocks collectors and appraisers.