Antique French Wall Clock, 1890s

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Comtoise Wall Clock, Iron and Metal, Exceptional Piece. Dimensions: Height x Width x Depth 50 x 13 x 15 cm … Read more Comtoise Wall Clock, Iron and Metal, Exceptional Piece. Dimensions: Height x Width x Depth 50 x 13 x 15 cm (without chain). For sale is a charming wall clock with a painted brass front, circa 1900, housed in a classic wooden case with a hinged glass window. The dial features elegant Roman numerals and fine, authentic hands – a characteristic detail of traditional Black Forest and South German clockmaking. The brass front is richly decorated: painted floral elements, artistic ornaments, and a dynamic animal depiction at the top give the clock a vibrant, almost fairytale-like appearance. This rare motif makes the piece particularly collectible. The clock is in working order, equipped with two solid original weights and a chain-driven mechanism. The robust, handcrafted inner workings ensure reliable operation and underscore the high quality of the craftsmanship. Ideal for living rooms, parlors, hunting rooms, country-style interiors, or collections – this clock brings historical warmth, color, and character to any wall. By using traditional materials like wood, brass, and iron, this piece embodies sustainability, and artfully painted cassette clocks possess solid potential for appreciation in value. This is a truly dreamlike piece that you should treat yourself to while it's still available! See less