Baroque Morbier Clock, Circa 1740

Baroque Morbier clock, circa 1740, magnificent! Floor/Table Clock. Baroque floor clock, 18th century, in walnut, inlaid with stringing on all sides, arched dial with glass doors, Comtoise mechanism with raised dial border, Roman enamel dial, folding pendulum, wound with two iron weights and its original key. This clock, which strikes twice an hour, is very likely a Morbier clock – an early type of clock whose additional striking on the hour was intended to mark the precise moment or to remind people to pray. This phenomenon is also the origin of the saying "a broken clock is right twice a day." Morbier Clocks Characteristics: These are generally mechanical clocks with characteristic exposed gears. Double Striking: Their distinctive feature is that they strike the hour twice. For example, at 2 PM, the bell rings twice. Reasons for the double ring: Precision: According to one theory, the second ring allowed for precise time setting. Religious significance: The second reason was to remind the faithful of the time for prayer. Materials: Mahogany, various veneers. Dimensions: Height 202 cm, Width 53 cm, Depth 29 cm. Origin: Poland or Germany. An exceptionally impressive example of luxury horology. Magnificent and impressive! This clock has been fully serviced by a watchmaker.