Pendulum Viewer Clock Appraisal

Octagonal Wall Clock with Pendulum Viewer

This is an octagonal-shaped wall clock, primarily constructed from a light to medium-toned wood, showcasing a visible grain pattern that suggests oak or a similar hardwood, finished with a clear lacquer or varnish. The overall design features a two-part casing: an upper octagonal section that houses the clock face and movement, and a lower, elongated section that transitions into a narrower, slightly bell-shaped or truncated octagonal base. The clock face itself is white or off-white with prominent black Roman numeral hour markers (I through XII) and black bâton-style minute and hour hands, along with what appears to be a thin black second hand, although its exact style is hard to discern. The manufacturer's name, 'Praguez', is elegantly scripted in cursive below the 'XII' numeral. The face is protected by a convex glass cover, held in place by a brass or gold-toned bezel, which exhibits some minor surface wear or dust. Two keyholes for winding the clock mechanism are visible at the '4' and '8' o'clock positions. Below the main clock face, the lower section of the case features a small, framed, geometric-shaped window, likely protected by glass, designed to display the swinging pendulum. This viewing window is also octagonal or elongated hexagonal in shape, mirroring the design elements of the upper case. There are no significant visible condition issues such as major cracks or chips in the wood, although some superficial dust or minor scuffing might be present on the wooden casing. The clock appears to be in a generally good, used condition. Without further information, it is difficult to precisely date, but the style suggests a mid-20th century to late 20th century construction, possibly inspired by traditional schoolhouse or regulator clock designs. The craftsmanship appears to be of standard quality for mass-produced wall clocks of that era, with attention paid to classic aesthetic details.