Overview
A classic 'Chalet' style mechanical cuckoo clock featuring a musical movement and animated elements including a water wheel and rotating dancers.
Preliminary identification
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Overview
A classic 'Chalet' style mechanical cuckoo clock featuring a musical movement and animated elements including a water wheel and rotating dancers.
Story
The tradition of the cuckoo clock began in the 1700s when Black Forest farmers used their long, snow-bound winters to master the art of woodcarving and clockmaking.
Maker / Origin
While the specific workshop isn't visible without examining the internal movement, this piece follows the strict traditions of makers like Anton Schneider or Hubert Herr.
Condition & Value
The exterior appears to be in excellent cosmetic condition with all three weights and the pendulum present. The wood finish retains a deep luster, though the functionality of the internal music box and bellows cannot be determined from the photo. Functional mechanical condition is the primary driver of value for these pieces.
Full Research
Sold comps, value drivers, and venue guidance pulled from recent auction results.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Regional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375