Palatial Carved German Automaton Apostolic Clock

A monumental German automaton clock with a multitude of wood carved characters and internal components illustrating the events leading up to the crucifixion of Christ with some figures, such as Betsy Ross, George Washington and Justice, thrown in for good measure. Purchased in 1977 in Philadelphia by Jean-Paul Leduc, the automaton was damaged by fire, saved and carefully restored by a team of artisans and craftsmen hired by Leduc. Automations are currently not functioning and needs restoration and repair. Interior clock is quartz movement and is currently not functioning. The automaton has multiple hand-carved figures which originally moved in sequence and depicted the events leading to the crucifixion of Christ. Characters moved in and out of niches or doors and were alleged to have been accompanied by sound effects, music and lights. It is unknown if all the machinery and gears intended to move said figures in conjunction with certain times are present. Clock comes with description of the order in which characters are supposed to appear and include Christ, Betsy Ross and George Washington, a skeleton representing death, Father Time, models representing youth, middle age and old age, Justice, Satan, Mary, Joseph and Pontius Pilate. Includes news articles and information sheets regarding the same – the content of which we are unable to verify. The entire carved oak case measures 10.5 feet tall by 6 feet wide and 26 inches deep. 44 inch top section comes off and weighs an estimated 400 pounds by itself. Bottom section is on wheels and can currently be carefully rolled. Entire piece weighs approximately 1,000 pounds.

German Carved Oak Wall Clock

Estimate:

[restrict paid=ture]$1,500 – $2,500[/restrict]

Auctioneer:

[restrict paid=ture]Schmidt's Antiques Inc. Since 1911[/restrict]

Sold Price:

[restrict paid=ture]$1,700[/restrict]

Sold Date:

[restrict paid=ture]Oct 30, 2021[/restrict]

A late 19th century German carved Oak wall clock with applied chased Bronze decoration, in the manner of Lenzkirch. 8-day spring driven time and strike movement with a Silvered dial and Roman numerals, etched dial center with foliate design in Gold and Silver detail with matching compensating pendulum. Oak case with lift-off facade having an arched crest with two carved finials supported by turned columns, turned Oak bezel flanked by foliate carvings and Brass finials over a beveled glass panel and pierced carved drop with applied Bronze Angel and foliate wreaths, terminating in a carved Shell form drop finial. Serial # "52183" on back plate. Nicely restored finish, some loss and cracks in Bronze work, corner damage on beveled glass, running when cataloged. 40" high overall. ESTIMATE $1,500-2,500

German Carved Wall Clock

Estimate:

[restrict paid=ture]$100 – $300[/restrict]

Auctioneer:

[restrict paid=ture]Tom Harris Auctions[/restrict]

Sold Price:

[restrict paid=ture]$225[/restrict]

Sold Date:

[restrict paid=ture]8:00 AM – May 04, 2019[/restrict]

German Carved Wall Clock: T & S; metal chapter ring dial with floral embossed center; lady head silhouette pendulum; has key; gong strike. (Finials are missing.) 31″ T Has not been tested. Sells as is, where is.

Finials are missing. Has not been tested. Sells as is, where is

Black Forest Carved Swinging Doll Automaton Clock

Estimate:

[restrict paid=ture]$300 – $500[/restrict]

Auctioneer:

[restrict paid=ture]Fontaine's Auction Gallery[/restrict]

Sold Price:

[restrict paid=ture]$175[/restrict]

Sold Date:

[restrict paid=ture]Oct 23, 2021[/restrict]

Black Forest Carved Swinging Doll Automaton Clock
Germany, circa 1920
pine carved case, brass 30 hour time only movement, doll swings side to side, inscribed on back door "J.B. III, Made in Germany, 7 /15/1925, 2061, R4333n-s"
15 1/2 x 12 x 5 1/2 inches

A JUNGHANS ‘ACROBAT’ GERMAN CLOCK WITH AUTOMATON

Estimate:

[restrict paid=ture]$300 – $500[/restrict]

Auctioneer:

[restrict paid=ture]Soulis Auctions[/restrict]

Sold Price:

[restrict paid=ture]$375[/restrict]

Sold Date:

[restrict paid=ture]9:00 AM – Apr 17, 2016[/restrict]

An oak case clock with lithograph circus scene behind a reticulated painted tin man that spins and performs on the trapeze independent of the clock movement. A scarce circa 1900 30 hour T/S shelf clock signed on the movement. Measures 14.5 x 9.25 x 5.5 inches.

Condition

Lines in the original celluloid dial, typical darkening of the paper lithograph circus scene and a chip of paper from the center of same, possible trim loss at peak, good running and operating condition including automated figure. We cannot guarantee the running condition of timepieces post sale following movement and shipping.

German Carved Box Clock

Estimate:

[restrict paid=ture]$100 – $300[/restrict]

Auctioneer:

[restrict paid=ture]Tom Harris Auctions[/restrict]

Sold Price:

[restrict paid=ture]$60[/restrict]

Sold Date:

[restrict paid=ture]8:00 AM – Feb 18, 2012[/restrict]

German Carved Box Clock: metal silver dial; T & S; has pendulum and key; leaded glass; mirror and crinkled door. Not tested.

(Door looks repaired on upper left glass panel.)

27″

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German Carved RA Wall Clock

Estimate:

[restrict paid=ture]$100 – $500[/restrict]

Auctioneer:

[restrict paid=ture]Tom Harris Auctions[/restrict]

Sold Price:

[restrict paid=ture]$225[/restrict]

Sold Date:

[restrict paid=ture]8:00 AM – Feb 01, 2014[/restrict]

German Carved RA Wall Clock: With a marked 8 day T&S movement – “Prima D R 1 Million 125605”; a chapter ring dial with a butterfly center; an ornate floral pendulum and the key with the initials “CW” or “WC” in the loops.

Not tested.

(The 2 top side finials are missing. There is a note with the clock, from the owner, stating that the crest is not original to the clock.)

38″ Long – 27″ Long without the finials.

Sells as is, where is.