Antique Junghans mantel clock with key 1906
Antique Junghans mantel clock with key 1906
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Antique Junghans mantel clock with key and pendulum
This antique mantel clock from the German brand Junghans is a piece of great decorative presence and collector's value. Junghans maintains a historical archive with catalogs dating back to 1906, which reinforces the firm's importance within antique German watchmaking. According to the inscription visible on the mechanism cover, the piece is dated 10/1/1906, a detail that adds special interest to its history.
Its original function was to tell time using a wind-up mechanism, with a key and pendulum, designed to grace a mantel, desk, console, study, or living room. Today, it retains that practical and decorative appeal: a piece that can tell time once again and, at the same time, become the visual centerpiece of any classic, vintage, or collector's space. The carved wood, the reddish tone, the metallic details, and the dial aged by the passage of time create an authentic presence that is hard to find in modern clocks.
Antique piece of German watchmaking with great decorative character
The clock stands out for its architectural carved wood case, featuring turned finials on the top, decorative side columns, and a curved upper cover with a geometric design. On the front, there is a circular dial with Arabic numerals, a hinged glass, a metallic bezel, and ornamental decoration around it. The dial shows discoloration and marks characteristic of the passage of time, a detail that should not be seen as a defect, but as part of its authenticity and aesthetic value.
On the back, one can see the door opened to reveal the machinery, the metallic mechanism, and the winding key. The pendulum and auxiliary pieces are also present, elements highly valued in antique watchmaking because they complete the object's historical reading. For buyers in Portugal, this antique clock is a collector's piece with presence, history, and decorative charm. It is a new, limited, and unique addition for those seeking a piece with soul, function, and a strong visual impact.
Technical specifications
- Product: antique mantel clock
- Brand: Junghans
- Approximate date: late 19th or early 20th century
- Visible inscription: 10/1/1906 on the internal mechanism cover
- Main material: carved wood with a reddish finish
- Details: metallic appliques and ornamental elements
- Dimensions: 22.5 x 15 x H39 cm
- System: key-wound mechanism
- Visible accessories: key, pendulum, and rear mechanism
- Dial: Arabic numerals with natural discoloration due to the passage of time
- Front: circular hinged glass with metallic rim
- Case: architectural structure with columns, turned finials, and stepped base
- Top cover: curved shape with geometric decoration and pinnacles
- Original function: to tell time via wind-up and pendulum
- Current use: decorative piece, functional clock, and collector's item
- Style: classic, German, decorative, and mantel-style
- Condition: with signs of use, natural wear, and antique patina
- Uniqueness: visible machinery, preserved key, dated inscription, and sculptural presence
An object with history, presence, and collector's value
This clock is not just an instrument for measuring time: it is a piece that speaks of craftsmanship, precision, and decoration. Its wooden case, top finials, aged dial, and visible machinery provide authenticity and turn every detail into part of its charm. Its size allows it to be placed on a console, display cabinet, desk, bookcase, or sideboard, creating an elegant focal point full of character.
The clock is ideal for collectors, lovers of antique watchmaking, and people looking to decorate with unique pieces. A clock with a key, history, and charm for a classic decor.
