C.1900, German, Lenzkirch, Large Open Well floor clock in
original condition, with losses. This clock has around 3 dozen gilt bronze adornments, and 3 or 4 of the smaller ones are missing. The oak case is ornately turned at all corners and several of the tips and sharp trims are broken away (as you can see these losses are only apparent when you get real close to the clock). And last, the very back of the clock has a bow in it from sheer gravity pulling on the weights, and the designer of the case providing no front support under the upper section. The condition is only visible from the side of the clock and not the front. Easiest cure on this is to add a large steel hanger at the top of the oak back and hang the entire assembly on a large lag screw (as many European floor clocks are done). The well made Lenzkirch movement is properly signed, and is clean and running, striking the hours on a large coiled gong. A very impressive clock. Height 106 inches (8 inches10 inches)
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