Viennese cathedral clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
around 1850
This Viennese cathedral clock, dated to around 1850, features a case constructed of wood, identified as probably pear, with a blackened finish. The superstructure is designed to resemble a Gothic church portal, incorporating four fluted columns equipped with brass capitals.
The lower section of the clock exhibits a bulbous, conically tapering form. Architectural detailing includes three oriels with pointed gables situated between the columns, complemented by a floral-painted front rendered in gold and red tones. The clock houses a Viennese movement, accessed via a profiled circular cutout, which includes a 4/4th strike function on two tone spirals and . The white enameled dial displays Roman numerals.
According to the auction description, the clock is functional, retains an old restored condition, and displays signs of age and use. Dimensions are approximately 80 cm in height, 37 cm in width, and 19 cm in depth.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- around 1850
- Type
- Wall clock
- Material
- Blackened wood (probably pear)
- Movement
- Viennese movement with 4/4th strike
- Condition
- Old restored condition
- Dimensions
- 80 cm x 37 cm x 19 cm
- Suspension
- Thread suspension
- Place recorded
- Austria
Design
- Visible features
- • Four fluted columns with brass capitals • Floral painted decoration in red and gold tones • White enamel dial with black Roman numerals • Pointed gothic-style arch housing the dial
- Movement and Dial
- The timekeeping is provided by a Viennese movement, which is contained within a profiled circular aperture. The dial is made of white enamel and is marked with Roman numerals for the hours. The movement is equipped with a 4/4th strike mechanism that operates on two tone spirals. The pendulum is supported by a thread suspension system,
- Condition and Dimensions
- The auction description reports that the clock is currently functional. It is noted to be in an old restored condition and shows signs of age and use consistent with its mid-19th-century dating. The physical dimensions of the clock are recorded as approximately 80 centimeters in height, 37 centimeters in width, and 19 centimeters in depth.
- Case and Aesthetic Design
- The front elevation is structured with four fluted columns topped by brass capitals, creating a vertical architectural frame. Below the dial, the case features three oriels with pointed gables. The front surface is ornamented with floral painting executed in a palette of gold and red tones. The lower section of the case tapers conically, contributing to the overall bulbous appearance of the wall-mounted object.
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: Wood type identified only as probably pear
- Research required: Specific maker of the Viennese movement is not identified