pendulum

Restoration of a "religious" clock from the third quarter of the 17th century, which chimes on the hours and half-hours. The dial and movement are signed "Sarrabat à Paris." Religious clocks were among the first clocks produced during the reign of the Sun King. Indeed, their use developed from 1660 onwards, thanks to the regulator pendulum developed by Huygens. This particular clock features Boulle marquetry of red tortoiseshell, brass, and pewter, set on a walnut frame. It is further adorned with gilt bronze mounts and ebony moldings. Thus, […]