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Decimal clock, c. 1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel)
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Decimal clock, c. 1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel)
3259825 Decimal clock, c.1798-1805 (pine, brass & enamel) by Destigny, Pierre Daniel (1787-1855); height: 48.3 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23474874
© Fitzwilliam Museum / Bridgeman Images
Carcase Clock Columns Compensation Dead Beat Decimal Entablature Escapement Grid Gridiron Horology Iron Mahogany Mechanism Neoclassical Pendulum Pine Time Timepiece Tuscan Unit Units Veneered
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of horological history - the Decimal clock, crafted between 1798 and 1805 by Pierre Daniel Destigny. Standing at a height of 48.3 cm, this neoclassical masterpiece can be found in the prestigious Fitzwilliam Museum at the University of Cambridge in the UK. The clock's design is an exquisite blend of pine, brass, and enamel, reflecting both Georgian and Italian influences. Its intricate mechanism includes features such as compensation, escapement, and a pendulum unit that accurately measures time with decimal precision. Noteworthy elements include veneered iron columns that frame the carcase, creating an elegant entablature reminiscent of Tuscan architecture. The mahogany gridiron rod adds to its visual allure while ensuring precise timekeeping. Destigny's ingenuity shines through with his incorporation of half-decimal units on this exceptional timepiece. The dead beat movement further enhances accuracy while paying homage to traditional Tuscan design principles. As we admire this extraordinary creation captured by Bridgeman Images' lens, we are reminded of how European craftsmanship has shaped our understanding and measurement of time throughout history. This photograph serves as a testament to human innovation and artistic brilliance that transcends borders and eras.
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