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Venetian Italian Interest Automation Walnut Signed Odo Striking Wall Clock.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

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Venetian Italian Interest Automation Walnut Signed Odo Striking Wall Clock.

1940 - 1960
Description

Venetian Italian Interest Automation Walnut Signed Odo Striking Wall Clock.

The clock is signed on the dial with the name Odo.

The "ODO" clock company was founded in France in 1920 by brothers André and Roger Odobez in Morbier, a town famous for its clockmaking history. ODO became known for its decorative wooden wall and mantel clocks.

With its original instruction Manuel still present, see image.

The case with fine fruit carved ornaments, walnut, satin wood and simulating rosewood.

Every 30 minutes the clock is striking on a gong, the same time the men on the top is hitting the bell.

The original glass has hand painted gold ornaments in the corners and the famous St Marco Place in Venice.

The whole clock is in very good original used condition, the movement has been serviced and is in working order, with its original green paintwork inside.

French circa 1950.

54cm high 41cm wide 12cm deep

Price: £675,--

To your information, all the clocks we sell have been fully serviced, this is done in our own workshop.

The movements have been dismantled and fully cleaned and our clocks are in working order.

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Walnut Automaton Wall Clock to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1224726
Description
Venetian Italian Interest Automation Walnut Signed Odo Striking Wall Clock.

The clock is signed on the dial with the name Odo.

The "ODO" clock company was founded in France in 1920 by brothers André and Roger Odobez in Morbier, a town famous for its clockmaking history.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

ODO became known for its decorative wooden wall and mantel clocks.

fig 1. An Art Deco carved walnut wall clock by Odo featuring a brass automaton bell striker and a Venetian glass lower window.
fig 1. Venetian Italian Interest Automation Walnut Signed Odo Striking Wall Clock.

With its original instruction Manuel still present, see image.

The case with fine fruit carved ornaments, walnut, satin wood and simulating rosewood.

Every 30 minutes the clock is striking on a gong, the same time the men on the top is hitting the bell.

fig 2. An Art Deco carved walnut wall clock by Odo featuring a brass automaton bell striker and a Venetian glass lower window.
fig 2. Venetian Italian Interest Automation Walnut Signed Odo Striking Wall Clock.

The original glass has hand painted gold ornaments in the corners and the famous St Marco Place in Venice.

The whole clock is in very good original used condition, the movement has been serviced and is in working order, with its original green paintwork inside.

fig 3. An Art Deco carved walnut wall clock by Odo featuring a brass automaton bell striker and a Venetian glass lower window.
fig 3. Venetian Italian Interest Automation Walnut Signed Odo Striking Wall Clock.

French circa 1950.

54cm high 41cm wide 12cm deep

Price: £675,--

To your information, all the clocks we sell have been fully serviced, this is done in our own workshop.

The movements have been dismantled and fully cleaned and our clocks are in working order.

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Walnut Automaton Wall Clock to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1224726
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2019

For the new collector and the museum director.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland Profile Page

Trade Associations

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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An Art Deco carved walnut wall clock by Odo featuring a brass automaton bell striker and a Venetian glass lower window.
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An automaton wall clock incorporates mechanical figures that move in conjunction with the chiming or striking mechanism, often tolling a bell or performing a movement at set intervals. Popularised in European horology during the 19th and mid-20th centuries, these timepieces combine mechanical engineering with decorative artwork.

These timepieces typically feature cases constructed from polished hardwoods such as walnut or oak, accompanied by cast brass dials, metal automaton figures, and screen-printed or etched glass lower panels.

Authentic pieces feature the maker name Odo printed on the dial or stamped on the movement plate, originating from French clockmakers in the Jura region. Characteristic features include mechanical automaton bell-strikers above the main chapter ring and geometric Art Deco wood casing.

Mount the clock as a focal feature on a neutral accent wall, positioning it above a sideboard, console table, or within a hallway gallery space. The warm walnut tones and brass accents align well with traditional, dark academia, or mid-century decorative schemes.

Ensure the clock case is mounted perfectly level on a secure wall anchor, and wipe the timber surfaces gently with a dry microfibre cloth. Internal mechanical movements should be professionally inspected, cleaned, and lubricated by a horologist every five to seven years.
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