German Clock Museum in Furtwangen
The German Clock Museum in Furtwangen
The German Clock Museum is located in the geographical heart of the Black Forest's clock-making industry. The Museum’s 155-year-old collection of Black Forest clocks is the most comprehensive of its kind in the world. It provides a deep insight into the history, traditions and culture of the Black Forest.
Since the 19th century, even clocks from abroad were being collected here. Purchases by the State complete this international collection. A special highlight is one of the earliest quartz clocks from 1928 and an electrical clock by Alexander Bain constructed in London about 1845. With over 8000 items, the collection draws a multifaceted and international portrait all about the history and technology of time.
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Deutsches Uhrenmuseum
Robert-Gerwig-Platz
D-78120 Furtwangen
Research
Research
For research into the first Rieussec chronographs, the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie wishes to locate this piece, made between 1820 and 1830.
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