Jauch Regulator Pendulum Wall Clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1950-1960s
This regulator pendulum wall clock is a timepiece of Western German manufacture from the 1950s or 1960s. Produced by the Jauch Clock Company, which operated in the Black Forest region, the clock features a wood-cased wall-mount design.
The off-white dial displays black Roman numerals and includes three winding holes, indicating a chime mechanism. The clock is marked "Regulator" on the front glass and "P.L. 78 cm / Jauch / Western Germany" on the internal movement. The timepiece is functional, possessing a Westminster chime capability that sounds on the hour. It stands 49 1/2 inches in height, 17 3/4 inches in width, and 6 1/8 inches in depth, with a total weight of 24 pounds and 6 ounces.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Regulator wall clock
- Origin
- Black Forest, Germany
- Weight
- 24 pounds and 6 ounces
- Chime Type
- Westminster
- Manufacturer
- Jauch Clock Company
- Place recorded
- Western Germany
- Case Dimensions
- 49 1/2" L x 17 3/4" W x 6 1/8" D
- Movement Markings
- P.L. 78 cm / Jauch / Western Germany
- Maker / attribution
- Jauch Clock Company
Design
- Condition
- The overall state of the clock is reported as good. Documentation indicates that there is some minor wear present on the piece, which is attributed to its age and historical use. No significant structural damage or major faults are noted in the source material. The clock has been measured at 49 1/2 inches by 17 3/4 inches by 6 1/8 inches and has a weight of approximately 24 pounds and 6 ounces, which provides a physical reference for its scale and construction.
- Case and Dial
- The clock is configured as a wall-mounted regulator style timepiece with a wooden case. The upper portion features a circular dial housing, while the lower section contains a rectangular glazed door revealing the pendulum. The front glass is inscribed with the word "Regulator" in lettering situated above the swing path of the pendulum. The dial is colored in an off-white tone and is populated with black Roman numerals. It incorporates three winding apertures, which suggests the presence of a three-train movement powering timekeeping and the Westminster chime sequence. The hands are black, complementing the numeral aesthetic.
- Visible features
- • Off-white dial with black Roman numerals • Three winding holes on the dial face • "REGULATOR" inscription on the front glass door • Visible pendulum bob behind the glass
- Movement and Functionality
- The movement is located within the case and carries specific markings related to its production and technical parameters. It is identified by the stamp "P.L. 78 cm / Jauch / Western Germany". This mechanical movement is designed to chime on the hour. The auction description reports that the movement remains in working order and retains the capability to be wound. The winding interface is positioned at the bottom of the clock casing. The chime function is identified as a Westminster sequence.
Identification
- Serial number
- P.L. 78 cm
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The exact year of manufacture within the 1950s-1960s range is not specified
- Research required: The mechanical status is reported as functional but not verified by independent inspection