Mantel Clock, 1900

This beautiful mantel pendulum clock is a fantastic first class antique, a very remarkable collector's item because of its attractive architectural design, the quality of its machinery and its good working condition. The clock was made in Germany in the year 1900 and has Junghans machinery and Westminster chime. It strikes the hours and half-hours, and has been completely overhauled and overhauled to ensure flawless operation. The watch case is striking for its attractive design: in neoclassical architectural style, it simulates a classical temple with a gabled roof and side columns, framing a sober white dial with Roman numerals in black.If we turn the clock around, on the back we will see the lattice closed with fabric that protects the machinery. This is accessed by opening the back door. It is a Junghans machinery, the most important and famous German watch company in history. This company began its trajectory in 1861 under the name of Junghans und Tobler, founded by Erhard Junghans and his brother-in-law, Jakob Zeller-Tobler. Throughout the 20th century, the company, now known only as Junghans, designed various models of watches characterized by their reliability, beauty and quality. Today, Junghans Uhren GmbH is the largest watch factory in the country.The model we see in the pictures has a pendulum mechanism and Westminster chime, two details that make it an article full of interest. Equally attractive is the case, made of hand-carved solid wood. The oak wood shows its beautiful golden brown tone and deep regular grain, characteristic of the species. The entire case is decorated with carved motifs of neoclassical inspiration, sober and balanced. The wood protecting wood finish gives the finishing touch to this clock, bringing a warm satin sheen to this magnificent item.As antique as it is beautiful, this mantel pendulum clock will be the perfect piece to decorate the most elegant living room.Measurements: Width: 53 cm. Height: 59 cm. Depth: 36 cm.