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A miniature German Black Forest alarm so-called 'Sorg' wall timepiece, circa 1840

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Title
A miniature German Black Forest alarm so-called 'Sorg' wall timepiece, circa 1840
Description

30-hour weight driven movement with anchor escapement and alarm on a bell, chased brass front and wood case

enamel dial with Roman numerals, Breguet hands and brass alarm disc, chased brass front fret with a eagle, 30-hour weight driven movement with wooden plates, anchor escapement and alarm on a bell, wood case with hinged doors.
This type of small clocks was first made by master clockmaker Sorg in Neustadt and therefore is also called Sorg Uhr.
Dimensions
9.5 x 5.8 x 6 cm
Reference
0158
Price
€ 6250
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