Traveling clock with alarm and calendar 1695 - 1715

This 18th-century "Traveling clock with alarm and calendar" by Joseph Paulet (1687-1716), a French clockmaker, is a fine example of the craftsmanship of the period. The clock, made between 1695 and 1715, features intricate details, including a silver case with gilt accents and a circular alarm dial above the clock face. The delicate design and function showcase the skill of Paulet, a prominent clockmaker of his time, and its presence in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, speaks to its historical significance and artistic merit.