Haagse klok c. 1800

The “Haagse Klok,” or “Hague Clock,” is a Rococo-style mantel clock crafted by Pieter (II) Visbach around the year 1800. Its dark green enamel body is decorated with delicate, gold floral motifs and an inscription in Dutch that reads "Use time before it flies away. It is your friend, do not drive it away". The piece incorporates typical Rococo elements like ornate ornamentation, a decorative S-shaped curve, and symmetrical floral arrangements. This piece is a testament to the Dutch Rococo style and demonstrates the craftsmanship of the time.