Water Clock Collection

Clepsydra: Water Clock
5311779 Clepsydra: Water Clock; (add.info.: Clepsydra: The hand on the clock face was regulated by the level of water in the bottom reservoir which raised and lowered the flood)

Clepsydra: Water Clock
5311775 Clepsydra: Water Clock; (add.info.: Clepsydra: in which the escapement was operated by the weight of water in different tanks. Dated 1664.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Clepsydra: Water Clock
5311780 Clepsydra: Water Clock; (add.info.: Clepsydra: in which the escapement was operated by the weight of water in different tanks. Dated 1664.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Clepsydra: Water Clock
5311772 Clepsydra: Water Clock; (add.info.: Clepsydra: The hand on the clock face was regulated by the level of water in the bottom reservoir which raised and lowered the flood)

Clepsydra: Water Clock
5311776 Clepsydra: Water Clock; (add.info.: 19th Century diagram of a simple water clock where water is allowed to escape at a controlled rate from a spout at the bottom)

Pierre Varignon
3586285 Pierre Varignon; (add.info.: Portrait of Pierre Varignon (1654-1722) a French mathematician. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Clepsydra: Water Clock
5311784 Clepsydra: Water Clock; (add.info.: 19th Century diagram of a simple water clock where water is allowed to escape at a controlled rate from a spout at the bottom)

Reconstruction of a clepsydra (water clock), invented by Ctesibius of Alexandria, c270 BC (1857). Ctesibius (fl270 BC) was an inventor

Water Clock, illustration from Les Raisons des Forces Mouvantes
696728 Water Clock, illustration from Les Raisons des Forces Mouvantes, by Salomon de Caus, published 1615 (engraving) by French School

An old clepsydras, illustration from a copperplate engraving (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR217698 An old clepsydras, illustration from a copperplate engraving (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

A reconstruction of The Tower of Winds in the Roman agora in Athens
XJF447312 A reconstruction of The Tower of Winds in the Roman agora in Athens, engraved in 1762 (engraving) by Basire, James (1730-1802); Private Collection; (add.info.: marble clocktower)

Ancient water clock of Rajputana in the Palace of Bundi, India (b / w photo)
6000086 Ancient water clock of Rajputana in the Palace of Bundi, India (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Italy, Rome. Pincio, Pincian Hill, Villa Borghese Gardens, Clepsydra, Orologio ad Acqua, Water Clock (hydrochronometer) on the 1867 design of Gian Battista Embriaco

The tower of the winds in Athens, 1st century
The tower of the winds in Athens, built in the Roman period to house a water clock, 1st century

Egyptian water-clock
An Egyptian water-clock, which measured time by how long it took for the vessel to empty of water

Clepsydra (water clock) indicating hours and chiming, 1617-1619. From Utriusque cosmi...historia by Robert Fludd (Oppenheim, 1617-1619)

Illustration of woman and boy standing in front of a water clock as used in Ancient Greece

CLOCK: CLEPSYDRA. An antique water clock. Engraving, American, 1869

tower built in the 11th century. Water-driven gears rotate an armillary sphere and a celestial globe
CHINESE ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK tower built in the 11th century. Water-driven gears rotate an armillary sphere and a celestial globe

tower built in the 11th century. Water-driven gears rotate an armillary sphere and a celestial globe
CHINESE ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK tower built in the 11th century. Water-driven gears rotate an armillary sphere and a celestial globe

Water clock, copy of conical alabaster vase with columns of twelve holes
Egypt - Cairo. Pharaonic Village. Water clock: copy of a conical alabaster vase with columns of 12 holes. Time was calculated by draining out of the water

Clepsydra and Clockwork Mechanisms C017 / 3471
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing examples of clocks and clockwork mechanisms. Horology, the study of time, is the art or science of measuring time

Roman Art. Tower of the Winds (Horologion). Octagonal Pentelic marble clock tower on the Roman Agora. Supposedly built by Andronicus of Cyrrhus Around 50 BC. Athens, Central Greece

Water clock, design from 1646
Water clock. Design for a water clock taken from Kirchers Ars magna lucis et umbrae, printed at Rome in 1646

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The water clock, also known as a clepsydra, has a rich history dating back to ancient times. One notable reconstruction is that of the clepsydra invented by Ctesibius of Alexandria around 270 BC. This remarkable invention allowed people to measure time using the flow of water. In an illustration from Les Raisons des Forces Mouvantes, we get a glimpse into how this ingenious device worked. The intricate mechanisms and gears are depicted in great detail, showcasing the brilliance of its design. An old copperplate engraving showcases another version of the clepsydra, highlighting its timeless appeal. The black and white photo adds a touch of nostalgia to this ancient timekeeping instrument. Moving on to Athens, we encounter The Tower of Winds in the Roman agora. This impressive structure not only served as a water clock but also featured sundials and weather vanes. Its reconstruction gives us insight into how our ancestors measured time with precision and accuracy. Traveling across continents brings us to India's Palace of Bundi where an ancient they are be found. Captured in black and white photography, it exudes an air of mystery and grandeur. Rome's Pincian Hill offers yet another glimpse into the world of water clocks with Clepsydra Orologio ad Acqua located within Villa Borghese Gardens. This picturesque setting provides an enchanting backdrop for this historical marvel. Heading back to Athens once again, we encounter The Tower Of Winds from the first century AD. Its elegant architecture stands tall against the test of time while reminding us of humanity's quest for measuring time accurately. Egyptian culture also embraced water clocks as evidenced by their own unique designs showcased in various artifacts throughout history. These captivating pieces give us a window into their sophisticated understanding and appreciation for keeping track of time. One particularly fascinating example is an intricately designed clepsydra indicating hours and chiming bells created between 1617-1619.