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"
Acquired From:
Inherited
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. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
