Antique Swiss Black Forest Carved Linden Wood Clock, 1890s

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A large swiss extremely finely carved museum quality linden wood table top clock by c.v. Bergen, interlaken, swiss circa 1890 … Read more A large swiss extremely finely carved museum quality linden wood table top clock by c.v. Bergen, interlaken, swiss circa 1890 in date. The clock features a seated maiden wearing a traditional swiss dirndl on a naturalistic jagged edge mountain rocky base with an abundence of leafy vines. The circular enamel dial with applied roman hour numerals with a french brass 8-day spring-driven time and strike movement. The clock is signed "c.v. Bergen & co. Interlaken". C.v. Bergen & co was a swiss manufacturer, known primarily for creating carved wood models in the "black forest" style during the late 19th and early 20th century. The company was based in interlaken, switzerland, and was notable for signing its work, which was considered important for collectors. Their work often featured detailed, naturalistic depictions of animals, such as stags, and other decorative items. The pieces are considered collectible art and are sold at auction houses including christies. The company's founder, carl von bergen (1853-1933), was a significant figure in establishing the reputation of wood carving in the brienz region of switzerland. The items produced by c.v. Bergen & co. Are now primarily found through auctions and art dealers. Condition: in really excellent condition. The clock case has been cleaned and waxed and the movement has been expertly serviced, and is in working order. Please see the photos for confirmation of condition\. Dimensions in cm: height 67 cm x width 48 cm x depth 24 cm this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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