Wall clock (2) - Iron - 1800-1850 - Two Comtoise clocks

Comtoise clocks, often known as Morbier clocks, are large, weight-driven wall clocks originating from the Franche-Comté region of France. Produced predominantly between 1800 and 1850, these iron-framed timepieces are celebrated for their robust construction and distinctive, often ornate pendulums and dials. Typically characterized by a long pendulum and a striking mechanism, these clocks were utilitarian yet decorative household items, embodying rural French craftsmanship of the 19th century. Iron as a material contributed to their durability and gave a rustic charm that appeals to collectors and enthusiasts of regional horological artifacts.