Kundo Anniversary Clock with Glass Dome
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 20th century
This Kundo anniversary clock features a cream-colored dial displaying black Arabic numerals and floral garlands, with the maker's name and country of origin printed on the face.
The timepiece is characterized by its mechanical movement, which is housed within gold-tone column supports topped with decorative finials. A distinctive four-ball torsion pendulum assembly is situated beneath the dial, all protected by a clear glass dome. The entire mechanism is mounted upon a round, stepped metal base. The auction description notes the presence of tarnish, oxidation, finish wear, and surface marks, particularly around the base area.
Evidence at a glance
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- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Anniversary clock
- Maker
- Kundo
- Origin
- Germany
- Status
- Untested
- Condition
- Tarnish and finish wear present
- Dial features
- Cream-colored with Arabic numerals and floral garlands
- Pendulum type
- Four-ball torsion
- Place recorded
- Germany
- Maker / attribution
- Kundo
Design
- Visible features
- • Four-ball torsion pendulum mechanism • Cream dial with floral garlands • Round stepped metal base • Gold-tone column supports
- Dial and Visual Design
- The clock displays a cream-colored dial which serves as the primary interface for timekeeping. It is adorned with black Arabic numerals representing the twelve-hour cycle. Decorative floral garlands are arranged around the periphery of the dial, framing the center. The clock is signed with the Kundo name on the dial. The manufacturing origin is explicitly identified as Germany, as indicated by the inscription on the face of the clock.
- Condition and Maintenance
- The auction description reports the presence of several signs of wear on the object. Specifically, there is evidence of oxidation and tarnish affecting the metal surfaces. Visible finish wear and surface marks are reported as particularly concentrated around the base area. Regarding the mechanical state of the timepiece, the auction catalog states that operation and timekeeping are currently untested. There is no confirmation of the clock's ability to maintain time, and it is sold in the condition described.
- Construction and Movement
- The structure of the clock comprises gold-tone column supports which provide the elevation for the dial assembly. Decorative finials are situated at the upper junctions of the frame. The base is constructed as a round, stepped metal platform providing stability for the mechanical components. The timekeeping mechanism is an exposed mechanical movement featuring a four-ball torsion pendulum. The entire assembly is enclosed by a clear glass dome, which rests upon the metal base. The mechanical movement is left exposed to view from the rear and sides.
Identification
- 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: Functional status is untested
- Research required: Exact date of manufacture is not specified