1880 8-Day Musical Cuckoo Clock

Traditional craftsmanship. The 1880 Musical Cuckoo Clock is an opportunity to own an entrancing replica of an original 1880 cuckoo clock. This clock is steeped in rich and elaborate ornamentation. Scrolling lines end dramatically in carved leaf accents which form a naturalistic and inviting border around the clock. Children clad in traditional German folk dress spin round and round in a jovial dance when the cuckoo appears with his song. This cuckoo clock is hand-made in Germany in the traditional style. Carved from Black Forest linden wood this clock features a face with stylized Roman numerals and scrolled hands in gold. It also offers a nighttime shutoff switch. This clock keeps accurate time with the German mechanics inside. It operates on an eight day cycle which begins when you pull down the decorative pinecones. Every hour on the hour a hand-carved cuckoo makes a musical appearance. Because each clock is hand-made and unique slight variations may exist compared to the image shown. Note: Clock alternately plays Edelweiss and The Happy Wanderer on the hour and half-hour.