Grandfather clock; Holland, c. 1700

Tail clock; Holland, c. 1700
Oak wood; polychrome metal dial.
Measurements: 72 x 33 x 24 cm.

This wall clock, belonging to the traditional Frisian or Friese Staartklok type, is a characteristic example of northern Dutch domestic clockmaking. Made of oak wood, it has a vertical structure topped by an upper body that houses the front plate with the polychrome dial, richly decorated with neo-Renaissance motifs, following the popular Dutch taste.

Behind the dial is hidden the brass machinery, which regulates the movement of the pendulum and the weight system.