July 05, 2008, 15:54
Clive DriscollRestoring a viennese Mantel clock
Here is a photo of the case of a viennese mantel clock around 1800-1820, in rosewood and ebony veneer.
I'll post pictures of the movement later. The four quarters are struck on 2 spiral gongs.
The guy a purchased it from had, had it for 40 years and was always going to restore it but never got around to it. Is this a familiar story? or what. I was determioned not to let it happen again
I picked it up in two carrier bags, he assured me that most if not all of it was there.
Sorry for the poor picure. This is a photo of a photo as at the time I didnt have a digital camera.
I've now finished the clock, I'll post additional photos over the next week or so.
July 07, 2008, 12:18
Clive DriscollHere are some pictures of the movement before work started (again photos of photos so a little indistinct)
July 09, 2008, 09:33
John WoolseyClive, have you had a go at putting the photo's through a scanner and photo editing programme - such as Paint Shop Pro etc?
It can get a bit tedious doing a lot of pic's that way, but you'll be happier with the results.
Certainly looking forward to seeing this one come to life, looks a very unusual clock.
Best regards
John
July 09, 2008, 16:16
Clive DriscollThanks John, good tip
I really ought to try it some day.
Anyway here is the finished clock. I'll post a few pictures and then explain what needed doing and some of the interesting things I found out about the clock in my research.
July 09, 2008, 16:52
Clive DriscollThe "floor" detail behind the pillars