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19th Century Carved and Inlaid German Cuckoo and Quail Quarter Striking Wall Clock

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A 19th Century Carved And Inlaid Cuckoo And Quail Quarter Striking Wall Clock, Black Forest, Germany. This big wall clock with rustic warmth, Circa 1890, has a 17 cm (6¼-inch) dial with ivorine numerals and bone hands. The three train weight driven movement with external locking plate striking on a gong and operating the cuckoo, the third train striking the quarters on a second gong and operating the quail, the pendulum with applied leaf carving, the case of conventional form with chalet roof and foliate cresting above two bird doors, pierced foliate hand carving and chequered inlay. Including three cast iron pinecone weights. The two bellows have been restored. Size: 62 cm. (24½ inch) high.