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Robert Houdin Mystery Magic Clock

$12,850
£9,992.20
€11,361.24
CA$18,513.18
A$20,241.77
CHF 10,582.60
MX$243,504.99
NOK 133,912.38
SEK 125,598.01
DKK 84,833.29

About the Item

A rare mystery clock, attributed to famous French magician and mechanic, Jean Robert-Houdin. This total mechanical clock has a very noticeable large square glass dial, with 2 hands pointing to the time with Roman numerals. The glass dial is completely see through with no visible mechanism of any kind, yet the hands correctly indicate the current time. The glass dial is securely housed by an ornate gilt frame and supported by a post connected to the lower base. The 8 day time movement is located inside the wood base. Without revealing the mystery behind how this clock works, I will stop the basic description here. Lastly, this clock stands 13" tall and its base measures 7-3/4" wide and 5-3/8" deep. Its age is estimated to be around 1890. This lot comes with double end winding key for spring winding and time setting.
  • Attributed to:
    Robert Houdin (Clockmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)Depth: 5.38 in (13.67 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1890
  • Condition:
    Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Danville, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8064232381782

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