Small Oak Chiming Longcase Clock
REF: 375551
A Small 1/4 chiming longcase clock of the late 18th Century style made in 1920's George V period. It has a n arch top hood with a glazed door showing the three polished brass weights and wood rod pendulum. The dial has a Tempus Fugit disc and a silvered chapter ring with brass spandrels. The 8 day movement is Westminster chiming ( Big Ben) and has a strike/silent feature. The movement was made by Urgos in Germany and is numbered 4429."The manufacturer was founded in 1920 by Christian Haller, Johannes Jauch, RobertPapst, Heinrich Rumminger. First registered as Rumminger & Co.GmbH. In 1923 the associates changed the name to Urgos.Produced solid stock plates movements, striking Westminster andother tunes. In 1925 they had 50 employees and by 1936 therewere 140 employees".
- Height 196 cm / 77 "
- Width 43 cm / 17"
- Depth 29 cm / 11 1⁄2"
Category
- Period George V
- Year c.1925
- Medium oak
- Country Germany
- Condition The case is in excellent condition, the movement has been fully serviced and is guaranteed for 12 months. If you would like a video clip of this clock please email us.
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