Original Listing Description

We have a large number of vintage and antique clocks currently listed along with an equally impressive collection of music boxes and other very nice antique and vintage collectibles. Be sure to have a look at our other items!This is a wonderful find of a rare, wood, 8 day Westminster Chime wall clock that was created about 75 years ago in Schwennigen, "Germany" by Friedrich "Mauthe." This is one of the highest quality clocks ever produced and frankly, were it not for the cause listed below, this clock would remain in our home. The case is made entirely of wood and finished in dark red oak; very nice! There is a formed and curvy glass crystal inset near the bottom allowing for easy viewing of the brass pendulum as it swings back and forth; no cracks or chips that I can see. The top is a beautiful scroll shape and there are wooden columns on either side of the dial with brass trim on the bottoms and fancy brass finials on the very top. The top of the case is actually a hinged wood frame door that is secured with a metal latch on the side. There is a convex glass crystal inset into the door; no cracks or chips here either. The door opens easily to allow access to the winding arbors on the dial, setting the correct time, and for hanging the brass pendulum. The metal dial has a brass outer bezel and a a goldtone backdrop featuring large, easy to read, black Roman numerals at the hour marks and matching fancy metal hands to point out the time. The name, "Mauthe" appears here on the upper dial in their familiar calligraphic logo script. The back of the clock is wood too and all hardware appears to be intact. The clock is equipped with a pendulum style, key wind movement bearing the Mauthe name and Germany point of origin. The clock operates very well for about 8 days on a single wind. This clock plays music too! At the quarter hour mark, the clock plays a beautiful, four-note melody on five golden metal chime bars inside the case; eight notes at the half hour mark, twelve at the 3/4 hour mark, and the full sixteen note melody at the top of each hour. The clock will then chime the current number of hours at the top of each hour, just like Big Ben in London! This is a magnificent clock to be sure and the ideal size too measuring about 16" high, about 5 1/4" deep, and about 13" at its widest point. The clock works quite well here, keeps good time, and the chimes are heavenly though keep in mind, this is an old clock and we don't know the service history so some adjustments or service may be necessary once the clock arrives at its new home. We always advise our clock customers to service their antique or vintage clocks at least once every three years. Doing so will keep a classic timepiece like this one, healthy for years to come. The clock comes complete as shown with a brasstone metal pendulum and the winding key. I've looked the clock over fairly well and find less than average signs of wear. It is simply gorgeous and will certainly impress anyone seeing or hearing it in your home, office, or wherever it is that you care to showcase a magnificent German timepiece with a fabulous legacy. Bid with confidence; I have no doubt that you will love this clock!If you like this item and I'm sure you do, then I know you'll love the other items we have listed! Check back frequently since we're listing a lot of antique/vintage items as time allows!We're selling this item and everything else we list with No Reserve, AS-IS, No Returns or Refunds, and a low starting bid so that everyone has an equal chance to own this rare clock! We'd be glad to send more pictures if available; just ask! My wife and I have been accumulating lots of nice antiques and other collectors items over the years. But now is a good time to start clearing out the things we no longer wish to keep. We will give the money we raise from ebay sales to a ministry we support that is helping to construct orphan homes and schools in Kenya and China, resettling refugees from the Sudan, and lending assistance to victims of terror like those in Israel. It's just something we enjoy doing and this is where your money will go once you have paid for this item. We do all that we can to accurately describe each item to the best of our ability. Our terms are pretty simple; payment is due on or before the 2nd day following the close of sale. The winning bidder will be sent an invoice following the close of sale through EBAY Checkout. Buyer is to pay for shipping and handling; we generally ship by the US Postal Service and sometimes by Federal Express. An international buyer will pay additional postage and is encouraged to get a shipping estimate from us prior to the close of auction. In most cases, payment can be made by VISA or MasterCard by calling our office or through Pay Pal in US funds. Please note that all transactions will be given the appropriate feedback. Bid often and have Fun!Be sure to add commits to your favorites list! (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.