Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime

Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime


Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime

Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime


Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime
Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime


Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime


Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime

Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime

Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime
Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime

Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime
Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime




Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime    Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime

This Is Simply A Beautiful And Very Rare Bracket/Mantel Clock. This Vintage Christiaan Huygens Oak Wood Case Planisphaerium Automated Triple Chime Clock. Complete with it's original limited edition brass plaque and movement that was made for Christiaan Huygens and only number 25 out of a total of 1,404 that was made available in this series. This clock is automated meaning the dials all move hour to hour and with 3 different melodies (see movie) and in full working condition. Comes complete with the date/day feature and silent switch plus so much more.

A complete work of art and quality built. See movie footage via the link below. A total of 54 cms / 21.26'' inches high with brass handle raised.

This is a very rare stunning low limited edition vintage Christiaan Huygens triple chime 3 melodies musical Planisphaerium automaton bracket clock. Comes complete with brass plaque on the inside of the rear door and with Christiaan Huygens on the movement. This named plaque and impressed movement shows you are getting the original product. The clock case is in the beautiful square style and is with a beautiful oak wood finish. Beautiful big front glass door with stunning dial. Rear door also to gain access to the stunning movement. Some minor ageing around the handle but can be polished if required.

On either side of the case their are 2 wooden large wooden fretwork sounding panels with their original silk material behind them and both in perfect condition. Large brass handle and brass feet. This rare clock model features this triple chime feature and automated Planisphaerium dial that moves with every hour passing. Also to add is the clock benefits from a day and date calendar.

All of the Planetarium automations run in accordance with the movement with various moon phase and sun dials, zodiac signs and symbols. Also months of the year and to add 17 world cities around the outside so you can see the times in different cities with the hand locator to centre. The dial has a selection lever on the front right hand side of the dial to choose for any one of the 3 different chimes to include Westminster, Whittington & St Michaels. Also a silent option, however I cannot imagine why anyone would want to turn off the sound from this (see movie). There is also a lever to pull down on the hammers to secure them should you wish to transport the clock, this will be applied when sending.

The 8 day movement has a balance wheel escapement and is striking on 8 rods in total and is impressed with the wording''Made in West Germany For Christiaan Huygens'. And only the best German movements was used. The quarter chiming musical chimes every quarter of an hour on 8 hammers rods on 8 rods every quarter (15 mins). This clock is a work of art and a 1980s reproduction of an earlier model and no longer available.

Limited to only 1,404 makes this particular clock very rare. 13.9 inches / 35.5cm wide taken from the brass feet. 9.4 inches / 24cm deep taken from the brass feet. 21.27 inches / 46cm high with handle. This clock weighs around 9kg approx.

U = 49.99 GBP. Rest Of Europe = 59.99 GBP. Worldwide = 79.99 GBP.

The brass feet will be removed for transit and just screw back in. The screws will be left in so they do not go missing. This product is located in The Netherlands. Dutch VAT Margin Scheme applicable. This item is classed as a used and second hand. Our items are guaranteed to be listed correctly and represented to the best of our knowledge. Many of the items that we sell are classed as Vintage or Antique and therefore are not brand new out of a box, and may have minor nicks, dings, scuffs, scratches, wear due to being used over the many years. All of our listings we try to be as complete as possible with the description of the products we sell and offer additional pictures and movie footage. The listing is completed as expected with any defects listed however this does not imply that the lot is in perfect (new in a box) condition or completely free from wear and tear from imperfections. Please note we do not offer a guarantee on parts external or internal as this is a used/second-hand item and those expenses are at your own cost.

Antique clocks after transport no matter how well they have been looked after or serviced may require setting up, adjustments and setting into beat when you receive them and i always recommend a professional or an experienced clock person to do this correctly for you. Most clocks will be ok and will not need any additional adjustments but please bear in mind this may not be the case. For your piece of mind we test all our clocks here before they are sent out and any issues are either sorted or described in the add, the clock will not have any problems as they are tested vigorously before sending. We are not clockmakers, we do not repair clocks. We do not service the clocks ourselves or guarantee the moving parts of the clock as they are all original, however if we obtain a clock that is not running then it is repaired and service by our local clock maker.. We ensure they are all running for a period of 7 days before they are listed. We cannot guarantee the time keeping of your clock simply due to it being posted out and subjected to harsh treatment which may effect the running. This is at your own expense.. A service will ensure the smooth running of your clock for many years to come and is inexpensive.

The item "Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime" is in sale since Friday, April 10, 2020. This item is in the category "Antiques\Antique Clocks\Mantel/Carriage Clocks\Post-1900". The seller is "vintage-dutch-clocks" and is located in Rotterdam. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Featured Refinements: Planisphaerium Automaton 3 Melodies Chime
  • Age: Vintage
  • Material: Wood, Other
  • Type: Mantel/ Carriage Clock
  • Features: Moonphase
  • Sub-Type: Mantel Clock
  • Brand: Christian Huygens
  • Clock Type: Bracket Clock
  • Style/ Origin/ Theme: Antique/ Vintage
  • Clock Sub-Type: Bracket Clock


Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime    Christiaan Huygens Bracket Clock Planisphaerium Automaton Triple Chime