Skip to main content
Items Similar to Antique Swiss 'Black Forest' Carved Linden Wood Clock 19th Century
19th Century Swiss Carved Walnut Clock with Cherubs and Animal Motifs
19th Century Swiss Carved Walnut Clock with Cherubs and Animal Motifs
Rare Folk Art Black Forest Root Wood Table Clock w. Bell Ringer Monk, Cuckoo St.
Rare Folk Art Black Forest Root Wood Table Clock w. Bell Ringer Monk, Cuckoo St.
Black Forest 19th Century Hand-Carved Bird Large Mantle Clock
Black Forest 19th Century Hand-Carved Bird Large Mantle Clock
Large 19th Century Carved Black Forest Mantel Clock
Large 19th Century Carved Black Forest Mantel Clock
Monumental Antique German Black Forest Eagle Chamois Mantel Hunt Clock
Monumental Antique German Black Forest Eagle Chamois Mantel Hunt Clock
Hand-Carved Swiss Black Forest Mantle Clock
Hand-Carved Swiss Black Forest Mantle Clock
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 19

Antique Swiss 'Black Forest' Carved Linden Wood Clock 19th Century

$5,908.17
£4,250
€5,066.87
CA$8,184.99
A$8,262.08
CHF 4,747.41
MX$100,146.32
NOK 54,948.92
SEK 56,127.22
DKK 37,876.29

About the Item

A large Swiss extremely finely carved museum quality linden wood table top clock by C.V. Bergen, Interlaken, Swiss Circa 1890 in date. The clock features a seated maiden wearing a traditional Swiss Dirndl on a naturalistic jagged edge mountain rocky base with an abundence of leafy vines. The circular enamel dial with applied Roman hour numerals with a French brass 8-day spring-driven time and strike movement. The clock  is signed "C.V. Bergen & Co. Interlaken". C.V. Bergen & Co was a Swiss manufacturer, known primarily for creating carved wood models in the "Black Forest" style during the late 19th and early 20th century.  The company was based in Interlaken, Switzerland, and was notable for signing its work, which was considered important for collectors. Their work often featured detailed, naturalistic depictions of animals, such as stags, and other decorative items. The pieces are considered collectible art and are sold at auction houses including Christies. The company's founder, Carl Von Bergen (1853-1933), was a significant figure in establishing the reputation of wood carving in the Brienz region of Switzerland. The items produced by C.V. Bergen & Co. are now primarily found through auctions and art dealers.  Condition: In really excellent condition. The clock case has been cleaned and waxed and the movement has been expertly serviced, and  is in working order. Please see the photos for confirmation of condition.. Dimensions in cm: Height 67 cm x Width 48 cm x Depth 24 cm Dimensions in inches: Height 2 foot, 2 inches x Width 1 foot, 7 inches x Depth 9 inches The Black Forest (German: Schwarzwald) is actually located in a triangular area that borders Germany, France and Switzerland and it extends along the Rhine River. The area of the Black Forest is approximately 100 miles long and 40 miles wide Wood-carving was and is a traditional cottage industry in the region and carved ornaments now are produced in substantial numbers as souvenirs for tourists. Cuckoo clocks are a popular example; they have been made in the region since the early 18th century and much of their development occurred there. In the past singing bird boxes were produced as well. The small village of Brienz in The Swiss Alps is particularly known for superbly and finely carved linden wood figures as well as many other types of carved items including furniture. The region was known for producing superbly naturalistic and realistic pieces with the wonderful depiction of flowers and foliage, trees, fur, feathers etc. carved from lime or linden wood Our reference: 08193
  • Creator:
    C. V. Bergen & Co. (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.38 in (67 cm)Width: 18.9 in (48 cm)Depth: 9.45 in (24 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Enamel,Wood,Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Switzerland
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 081931stDibs: LU950647954612

More From This Seller

View All
Antique Ormolu Mounted Ebonised Gilt Bronze Chiming Mantel Clock 19th Century

Antique Ormolu Mounted Ebonised Gilt Bronze Chiming Mantel Clock 19th Century

Antique Ormolu Mounted Ebonised Gilt Bronze Chiming Mantel Clock 19th Century

Located in London, GB

A superb impressive ormolu mounted ebonised three train mantel clock, chiming on 8 bells with a gong, of large size Retailed by Green of Landport, circa 1880 in date. The caddy top ...

Category

Antique 1860s Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

Antique French Gilt Bronze Clock with Portrait Plaque of Molière 19th Century

Antique French Gilt Bronze Clock with Portrait Plaque of Molière 19th Century

Antique French Gilt Bronze Clock with Portrait Plaque of Molière 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a superb antique French gilt bronze mantel clock with Bleu Celeste porcelain panels in the Sevres manner, circa 1860 in date. The case crowned with two cherubs holding laurels one holding a mask emblematic of theatre, flanking an oval Bleu Celeste porcelain panel of the playwright Molière . The base decorated with ormolu flowers is raised on turned feet and inset with Sevres plaques decorated with cherubs. The circular dial has Roman and Arabic numerals and the clock has an 8 day striking movement complete with count wheel strike and bell, stamped with Miroy Freres...

Category

Antique 1860s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique Malachite Ormolu & Bronze Mantel Clock Silk Suspension Movement, 19th C

Antique Malachite Ormolu & Bronze Mantel Clock Silk Suspension Movement, 19th C

Antique Malachite Ormolu & Bronze Mantel Clock Silk Suspension Movement, 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is a superb quality antique French malachite, bronze and ormolu mantel clock dating from Circa 1850 in date. It features Louis XVI seated on an ormolu throne chair whilst reading a book. The clockmakers name is inscribed on the backplate. It is of high quality and is in excellent clean and running condition having been fully overhauled by our clockmaker. Pendulum is original. The movement bearing the serial number 29, made and signed by Japy Fils 1849. It has an early French silk suspension...

Category

Antique 1850s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Malachite, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture of Goddess Diana by Mercié 19th Century

Antique Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture of Goddess Diana by Mercié 19th Century

Antique Grand Tour Bronze Sculpture of Goddess Diana by Mercié 19th Century

Located in London, GB

An elegant French Grand Tour bronze figure of the Greek Goddess Diana by Marius-Jean-Antonin Mercié, French 1845 - 1916, dating from Circa 1880. The seated and robed Goddess Diana is holding a bow and arrows with her head downcast and raised on a circular plinth. Diana was originally considered to be a goddess of the wilderness and of the hunt, a central sport in both Roman and Greek culture. Early Roman inscriptions to Diana celebrated her primarily as a huntress and patron of hunters. Add a beautiful classical element to your home with this delightful bronze. Condition: In excellent condition with no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 41 x Width 29 x Depth 19 Dimensions in inches: Height 1 foot, 4 inches x Width 11 inches x Depth 7 inches Mercié entered the École des Beaux-Arts, Paris, and studied under Alexandre Falguière and François Jouffroy, and in 1868 gained the Grand Prix de Rome at the age of 23. His first great popular successes were the David and Gloria Victis, which was shown and received the Medal of Honour of the Paris Salon. The bronze was subsequently placed in the Square Montholon. The bronze David...

Category

Antique Early 1800s French Grand Tour Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique Gilt Bronze Sculpture of Reine Isabella by Eurotrope Bouret 19th Century

Antique Gilt Bronze Sculpture of Reine Isabella by Eurotrope Bouret 19th Century

Antique Gilt Bronze Sculpture of Reine Isabella by Eurotrope Bouret 19th Century

By Eutrope Bouret

Located in London, GB

This is a superb antique gilt bronze and sienna mable sculpture of Reine Isabella, the Queen of Spain, by Eutrope Bouret (1833 - 1906) , and circa 1870 in date. This exceptionally e...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Siena Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

You May Also Like

Hand-Carved Swiss Black Forest Mantle Clock

Hand-Carved Swiss Black Forest Mantle Clock

Hand-Carved Swiss Black Forest Mantle Clock

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Black Forest carved Swiss mantle clock with an eagle attacking a buck chamois, with one escaping below. Heavily carved with "natural" style base featuring rocks, trees, and foliage. Swiss movement. In working condition. Late 19th Century. 16"W x 8"deep x 22"H. Inventory: S105 Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Mantel Clocks

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swiss Carved Walnut Clock with Cherubs and Animal Motifs

19th Century Swiss Carved Walnut Clock with Cherubs and Animal Motifs

19th Century Swiss Carved Walnut Clock with Cherubs and Animal Motifs

Located in Dallas, TX

Make a striking statement on a mantel, console, or buffet with this important antique fruitwood clock, crafted in Switzerland circa 1860. The exceptional timepiece is richly hand carved throughout, centered by two seated cherubs poised above the dial, engaged in a lively scene with a woven grape basket...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swiss Black Forest Mantel Clocks

Materials

Enamel

Hand- Carved Swiss Black Forest Mantle Clock

Hand- Carved Swiss Black Forest Mantle Clock

Hand- Carved Swiss Black Forest Mantle Clock

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Massive Black Forest heavily carved mantle clock with eagle finial having chamois, doe and fawn below on rocky ledge. Heavily carved with foliage design. Clock face having white roman numerals with brass hands. Fully restored and in working condition. Late 19th Century. 22" x 11" x 24"H Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swiss Mantel Clocks

Materials

Wood

MantelClock, Carved Wooden Clock, 19th Century Black Forest Craftsmanship.

MantelClock, Carved Wooden Clock, 19th Century Black Forest Craftsmanship.

MantelClock, Carved Wooden Clock, 19th Century Black Forest Craftsmanship.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Mantel clock, carved wooden clock, 19th-century Black Forest craftsmanship. Clock, 19th-century mantel clock, Napoleon III period, carved wooden Black Forest craftsmanship. H: 34 cm...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Wood

Black Forest Carved Mantel Clock

Black Forest Carved Mantel Clock

Black Forest Carved Mantel Clock

By Japy Frères

Located in Norwich, GB

Black Forest carved mantel clock Black Forest mantel clock beautifully hand carved with fine attention to detail depicting a farmyard scene with a hen and chick feeding and a cock...

Category

Antique 19th Century German Mantel Clocks

Materials

Wood