14″ x 19″ x 6″ (the clock is 56″ high with the pendulum) Traditional Morbier mechanism is HAND MADE in Germany Traditional Comptoise hour and half-hour bell strike with 5-after repeater Large and sonorous cast brass bell 8-day mechanism Enamel dial with hand-painted accents Intricate, hammered relief Made in Germany Two-year warranty Morbier clocks are popular and widespread in France and Switzerland, originating mostly from the French regions. They emerged at the end of the 17th Century and were produced in large numbers up to the beginning of th 20th Century. They can be easily recognized by their hammered-brass dial. This example is very rare and exceptional because the ENTIRE CLOCK is made by hand -- including the movement! This heirloom piece is an intstant collectors' item that makes a statement on any wall. This fine Morbier is hand made in Germany by an independant skilled clockmaker. There are very few of these available and are very collectible. Ifyou like this clock, be sure to check out the other Morbiers, as well as models 70823 000701 and 70824 000701. If you are interested in this clock please Email us at: clocks@NorthCoastImports.net -- please be sure to include your zip code so we can direct you to a dealer in your area.
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