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German Jugendstil Porcelain Figural Mantel Clock Art Nouveau, Circa 1900–1920

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Start price: $400

Estimated price: $500 - $2,500

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Description

Keywords: German porcelain clock, Jugendstil clock, Art Nouveau clock, figural mantel clock, putti cherub clock, Karlsruhe style porcelain, Majolica style clock, German ceramic clock case, antique mantel clock, figural cherubs, floral relief clock, early 20th century clock, mechanical mantel clock, German decorative arts, porcelain figural group

Summary:

German Jugendstil porcelain figural mantel clock featuring four putti supporting a circular case with applied blue floral garland decoration. The glazed ceramic body is accented with hand-painted details in blue, green, and yellow tones, set on a shaped base. Fitted with a brass time-and-strike mechanical movement, visible from the rear. Underside marked “Made in Germany” with impressed numerals. Circa 1900–1920.

Karlsruhe / Max Läuger ?

(Clock Untested. Loss to one toe of putti)

Measurements: 11 x 9 1/2 x 6 1/4 in. (27.9 x 24.1 x 15.9 cm.) approx

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