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Aldinger (H.) et al: In Die Neue Zeit
O/P. 168 pages, illustrated, 1999. A well illustrated history of clockmaking in the Neustadt region of the Black Forest, including information about the clockmakers. A fine copy, hardback. [German language] (Ref: K4192- H3) in stock.
Price: £5.00 |
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 | Allix (C.): Carriage Clocks - Their History and Development
O/P. 484 pages, illustrated, signed by author, first edition, 1974. The best book about the history and manufacture of carriage clocks from around the world. This book is essential for understanding carriage clocks and their development. A very good copy, signed by author, with dust jacket (wear to edges and corners). (Ref: K727 - H1) in stock.
Price: £85.00 |
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 | Bender (G.): Die Uhrenmacher des hohen Schwarzwaldes und ihre Werke (2 volumes)
O/P. Volume 1: 536 pages, 36 colour and 223 b&w illustrations, 2nd edition, 1979; volume 2: 689 pages, 24 colour and 168 b&w illustrations, 1978. An excellent and well illustrated account of Black Forest clockmakers and their work and still the definitive work on the subject. The volumes include illustrations of clocks and movements, workshop views, portraits, tools and machinery. As well as an excellent bibliography two rare works on Black Forest clockmaking are reproduced in facsimile. Both volumes in excellent condition complete with good dust jackets (vol 1 jacket with 2 small tears to bottom of spine and wear to edges, vol 2 jacket with small tear to rear) and original card slipcases. [German language]
* Automatic 10% discount at the checkout on this book.*
(Ref: K1381 - V1) in stock.
Price: £175.00 |
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 | Bender (G.): Die Uhrenmacher des hohen Schwarzwaldes und ihre Werke (Volume 1 only)
O/P. 536 pages, 36 colour and 223 b&w illustrations, folding plate, 1975. An excellent and well illustrated account of Black Forest clockmakers and their work and still the definitive work on the subject. The book includes illustrations of clocks and movements, workshop views, portraits, tools and machinery. A fine copy (owner's name on half title page), with very good dust jacket and very good slipcase. [German language] (Ref: K3119 - Q1) in stock.
Price: £40.00 |
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 | Bergmann (S.): Comtoise-Uhren
NEW. 480 pages, 430 colour illustrations, 2005. An excellent new book, superbly illustrated, about Comtoise clocks (also known as Morbier and Morez clocks) which were produced in the Franche Comté region of France for about 230 years. The book concentrates on the movements and dials, not the cases, and should enable enthusiasts to date their clocks to within a few years. This is the first new book on the Comtoise for many years and even if you do not read German, it's worth having for the illustrations alone. With dust jacket. [German language] (Ref: N989) in stock.
Price: £60.00 |
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 | Blackwell (D.J.): "Vienna Regulators" of Lenzkirch and Lorenz Bob ca. 1870
NEW. 144 pages, illustrated, 2nd edition, 1990. A reprint of the oldest known Lenzkirch catalogue illustrations together with those from a Lorenz Bob catalogue of similar date. This edition has an additional 24 pages showing many early Lenzkirch models not found in the 1870's catalogue. The book includes an introduction, historical essay and suggestions for the care of Vienna regulators, by the author. Soft covers. (Ref: N619) in stock.
Price: £10.00 |
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[Bonhams]: The Nicholas Radeloff Rolling Ball Clock
O/P. A 10-page catalogue, with 6 photographs, for a single item - the Nicholas Raedaloff of Schleswig rolling ball clock dated 1660. The clock has a cross-beat escapement and is powered by a rolling ball which provides a constant torque and improves timekeeping. The clock was discovered in England and owned for many years by Hans von Bertele of Austria. Only three clocks of this type are known. Very good copy, card covers. [Sale @ Knightsbridge, London 04/11/1998 ] (Ref: A176) in stock.
Price: £12.00 |
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Brusa (G.): Italian Night Clocks
O/P. 11 pages, 16 illustrations, 1975. An interesting article reprinted from Antiquarian Horology. Very good copy, card covers.
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(Ref: K3451 - BX10) in stock.
Price: £2.00 |
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 | Caudine (A.): La Grande Horloge - La Comtoise au XIXe Siècle
NEW. 271 pages, over 700 illustrations, 2nd edition, 2006. A detailed study of the evolution and characteristics of the Comtoise clock in the 19th century. Case design, construction, and decoration is covered in great detail, as is the development of dials and dial surrounds. With dust jacket. [French language] (Ref: N2720) in stock.
Price: £35.00 |
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 | Chapuis (A.): Grand Artisans de la Chronométrie
O/P. 276 pages, 18 colour plates and 195 b&w illustrations, 1958. A well known work on the history of horology at Le Locle, Switzerland. A very good copy. [French language]
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(Ref: K3456 - E1) in stock.
Price: £175.00 |
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 | Chapuis (A.) (Editor): L'Horlogerie une Tradition Helvétique
O/P. 325 pages, 1948. A comprehensive review of Swiss horology from early times up to 1948. Chapters on electric clocks, marine chronometers, watch balances, wristwatches etc. A fine copy with fine dust jacket and original cardboard box. [French language]
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(Ref: K69 - N2) in stock.
Price: £25.00 |
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 | Chapuis (A.): Pendules Neuchâteloises Documents Nouveaux
O/P. 273 pages, 23 colour plates, 290 figs., illustrated, 1931. A very useful book for understanding the clocks (of all types) made in the Swiss city and canton of Neuchâtel from the earliest time up to about 1900. The book also has a good listing of the Neuchâtel clockmakers. A very good copy but spine rubbed and marked. [French language]
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(Ref: K4884 - T1) in stock.
Price: £195.00 |
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[Christie's]: The Collection of the Barons Nathaniel and Albert von Rothschild
O/P. 224 lots, all illustrated in colour. The sale of two important 19th century collections of musical instruments, arms & armour, manuscripts, coins & medals, Silver, ceramics, glass, sculpture, scientific instruments, clocks, furniture and textiles. The clocks included a fine longcase clock by Berthoud, the scientific instruments included a Jost Bürgi globe, several astrolabes and several items by Christoph Schissler of Augsburg. A very good copy, hardback [Sale @ King Street, London 08/07/1999] (Ref: K4731 - H5) in stock.
Price: £15.00 |
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Coole (P.G.) & Neumann (E.): The Orpheus Clocks
O/P. 164 pages, 85 b&w plates, 1972. A detailed description of nine superb 16th century table clocks, the gilt cases each with a cast representation of Orpheus charming the animals. A very good copy with good dust jacket. (Ref: K554 - P2) in stock.
Price: £15.00 |
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Coole (P.G.) & Newmann (E.): The Orpheus Clocks
O/P. 164 pages, 85 b&w plates, published in 1972. A detailed description of nine superb 16th century table clocks, the gilt cases each with a cast representation of Orpheus charming the animals. Good copy, the dust jacket with one small tear. (Ref: K82 - F2) in stock.
Price: £12.00 |
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Cuchet-Albaret (E.): Au Tic-Tac des Montres a Clef: Le Cabotinier Poète Paul Tavan La Genève Horlogère de 1750 A 1850
O/P. 254 pages, 17 plates, 1950. The book is about the Geneva watchmaker and poet Paul Tavan and the Tavan watchmaking dynasty from 1750 to 1850. A good copy, the spine a little creased, card covers. [French language] (Ref: K3086 - J1) in stock.
Price: £40.00 |
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Fritsch (P.): "Viennese" Travelling Clocks / "Wiener Reiseuhren"
O/P. 521 pages, over 1000 colour illustrations, 2010. An excellent, well illustrated book, describing and illustrating a wide variety of 'Viennese' carriage and other portable travelling clocks. A book of great use to enthusiasts as this information is not available elsewhere. A fine copy with very good dust jacket. [English and German language]
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(Ref: K3878 - G1) in stock.
Price: £125.00 |
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García-Diego (J.A.): Juanelo Turriano Charles V's Clockmaker - the Man and his Legend
O/P. 165 pages, illustrated, 1986. A limited edition of 1000 copies. Turriano, who is better known in Italy and Spain than he is elsewhere, was born about 1510 and trained as a clockmaker in Lombardy. He made several astronomical clocks, automata and planetariums but is also famous for his work as an engineer on hydraulic projects. A very good copy of the hardback edition with good dust jacket. (Ref: K1315 - F3) in stock.
Price: £25.00 |
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 | Gelis (E.): L'Horlogerie Ancienne - Histoire, Décor et Technique
O/P. 255 pages, 110 plates including 12 in colour, 1949. Number 1215 of 1500 copies. This book, primarily devoted to early French watches and clocks, describes and illustrates pieces from the Gelis collection given to the Toulouse Museum. A very good copy, in original binding, as issued, with card covers and dust jacket (the latter with some loss to lower spine - see photo). [French language] (Ref: K126 - F6) in stock.
Price: £45.00 |
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Hana (W.F.J.): Klokkenkijkboek
O/P. 58 pages plus 148 illustrations, 5th edition, 1978. An introduction, in Dutch, to European clocks. Worth having for the photographs alone. A good copy, card covers. (Ref: K136 - M2) in stock.
Price: £9.00 |
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