Staande klok. Het uurwerk ontbreekt. 1700

This 1700s longcase clock, "Staande klok. Het uurwerk ontbreekt.", by William Gib features a marquetry design on the wood casing and a black face. Despite its title, which translates to “Standing clock. The clockwork is missing,” the piece boasts a sophisticated, classical aesthetic. This type of timepiece was popular throughout the 17th and 18th centuries as a status symbol in European homes. It serves as a reminder of the artistry and craftmanship that was prevalent during that period, even without its functional mechanism.