| Die Wand- Und Bodenstanduhren Der Habsburgermonarchie: 1780-1850 Contributor(s): Andreewitch, Stephan (Author), Archard, Paul (Author), Graef, Alexander (Author) |
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ISBN: 3897906163 ISBN-13: 9783897906167 Publisher: Arnoldsche Verlagsanstalt GmbH OUR PRICE: $432.00 Product Type: Hardcover Language: German Published: April 2024 |
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| BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Clocks & Watches - Antiques & Collectibles | Reference - General - Design | Decorative Arts |
| Physical Information: 1328 pages |
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| Publisher Description: - Two extensive volumes in a decorative slipcase - A major reference work for all clock enthusiasts - Including a unique index with over 12,000 entries This two-volume publication illustrates the evolutionary history of the pendulum clock from the early Age of Metternich and provides detailed explanations on their engineering. In addition, it contains a catalogue with over 300 wall and longcase clocks, most of which have never been published, and a unique index with over 12,000 entries on clockmakers from all over the Austrian Empire, including a vast amount of previously unknown masters and workshops. It also includes biographical information on the makers, locations of the workshops, masterpieces and exhibits from trade exhibitions, inventions, characteristic features of the pieces, sales outlets, and the prices of the time. An indispensable compendium on classic longcase and wall clocks of the Austrian Empire and a major reference work for all those with an interest in clocks Text in German. |