Kienzle Wood Mantel Clock
07 November 2022
Description

Our Kienzle Wood Mantel Clock is comprised of a smooth medium brown/red wood. It has a silver face with serif numerals, the Kienzle name directly under the 12, and 3 key ports with which to wind the clock. The clock face has a glass door which opens from right to left on a left-sided hinge. There are 4 semi-rounded feet which appear to be made of bronze. Opening the back door reveals the gearbox, pendulum, 5 hammers set to strike 5 long bars. Except for the pendulum, the entire gear set appears made of bronze. The key is included. There are no visible scratches on the exterior. The face has mild scratches around the key ports. The following is stamped on the gearbox: 81970; 12cm/19066

Dimensions

Height exclu. feet: 8"Width at widest point: 17"Depth exclu. glass: 5.25"

Provenance

I inherited this clock from my parents, who I believe received it as a gift. I recall seeing it in their home as far back as 1990, but do not know when they actually acquired it. It was not new when they acquired it.

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Maybe
Answered within 3 days
By Delia
Nov 10, 12:08 UTC
Fair Market Value
$50 - $100 USD
Suggested Asking Price $125 USD
What does this mean?

Hi Marta,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage Empire style Kienzle cherrywood mantel clock
German, early/mid 20th Century
Of arched design and rectangular section with brushed metal dial marked KIENZLE behind a circular glass door, the back enclosing the brass movement, which features a weight-driven pendulum, three rotors and five strike bars. Mechanism is marked 81970; 12cm/19066 , all on brass ball feet.
8 inches tall, 17 inches wide, 5 1/4 inches deep
CONDITION: with some use wear commensurate to age.
PROVENANCE: inherited
$50-100*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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