German, (Meyer?), Novelty Chalet Automaton, C.1875. Note the dog in center of log cabin has a panting tongue, and the man at the left has his head bobbing back and forth as he tries to see what is going on. Two lovers at right in romantic embrace. Like other clock in this series, this one utilizes a small, pendulette movement, with the dog's tongue and gents head attached by a wire to the verge. — Antique Clocks Price Guide

Name: German, (Meyer?), Novelty Chalet Automaton, C.1875. Note the dog in center of log cabin has a panting tongue, and the man at the left has his head bobbing back and forth as he tries to see what is going on. Two lovers at right in romantic embrace. Like other clock in this series, this one utilizes a small, pendulette movement, with the dog's tongue and gents head attached by a wire to the verge.
Brand: Meyer Uhrenfabrik
Price: 690 USD
Availability: Discontinued

Shelf or Mantel Novelty Animated Figural Meyer Uhrenfabrik Germany auction

Price Record

Sale date 5/15/2010

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Maker Meyer Uhrenfabrik
Type Shelf or Mantel Novelty Animated Figural
Country Germany
Price type auction
Date 5/15/2010
Source R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts

Description

overall in good original condition. Gold paint on all figures is well oxidized. Chalet retains original dark stain, well carved to look like individual logs. Ht 7"

Record courtesy of R. O. Schmitt Fine Arts