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Dufa Wood and Brass Box Regulator Wall Clock

Partially verified

This wooden wall regulator clock is reported by the source to originate from Germany and date to the 1920–1930 period. The oak-finished case measures 80 cm high, 33 cm wide, and 14 cm deep, weighing 6.6 kg. It features an upper dial with Arabic numerals and fluted side pilasters, positioned over a lower door fitted with beveled glass panes that reveal a brass pendulum bob. The source reports the clock is marked 'Wuba' despite the auction title naming Dufa, though a key stamped 'DUFA' is visible resting on the lower door frame.

Oblique front view of the wooden box regulator wall clock with dial, pendulum, and key
Oblique front view of the wooden box regulator wall clock with dial, pendulum, and key — Catawiki. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
www.catawiki.com
Category
Clock · Box regulator wall clock
Maker / attribution
Dufa
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
105612722
Source-reported date
1920-1930
Country
Germany

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case Construction

The clock is housed in an oak-finish wooden wall case measuring 80 cm high, 33 cm wide, and 14 cm deep. The design features a stepped top, beaded moldings, and fluted side pilasters adorned with ionic capitals.

A glazed lower door with multi-pane beveled glass provides a view of the circular brass pendulum bob. A small plaque is affixed to the horizontal frame located beneath the glazed door.

Evidence for this section
  • “80 cm hoog 33 cm breed en 14 cm diep”
  • “Oak-grain wooden wall case with stepped top and beaded mouldings”
  • “Upper case section flanked by fluted pilasters with ionic capitals”
  • “Glazed lower door with multi-pane beveled glass showing a circular brass pendulum bob”

Dial and Mechanism

The light-colored dial displays Arabic numerals and an outer minute track. It is equipped with two winding arbors.

Internal components, including the movement and rear plate, are not visible in the provided source materials. The seller claims the movement is functional.

Evidence for this section
  • “Round light-colored dial with Arabic numerals, outer minute track, and two winding arbors”
  • “Het uurwerk is werkend”

Markings and Attribution

Attribution for the clock is inconsistent within the provided documentation. The auction title identifies the maker as 'Dufa', whereas the descriptive text notes the clock is 'Gemerkt Wuba' (marked Wuba).

A winding key found with the clock is stamped 'DUFA'. The source provides no further details regarding the presence or location of the 'Wuba' marking.

Evidence for this section
  • “Box regulator clock - Dufa”
  • “Gemerkt Wuba”
  • “Metal winding key stamped 'DUFA' rests against the lower right door molding”

Open research questions

  • Where is the 'Wuba' marking located on the clock?
  • What is the relationship between the 'Dufa' branded key and the 'Wuba' mark mentioned in the description?
  • Are there manufacturer details on the movement plate that confirm the factory of origin?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Dufa Wood and Brass Box Regulator Wall Clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
OriginGermany“Mooie antieke regulateur/klok uit Duitsland”
Date Period1920/1930“Periode 1920/1930”
Marking NoteGemerkt Wuba“Gemerkt Wuba”
Included ComponentsPendulum and winding key“Compleet met slinger en opwindsleutel”
Dimensions80 cm x 33 cm x 14 cm“80 cm hoog 33 cm breed en 14 cm diep”
Weight6.6 kg“Gewicht 6,6 kg”

Visible details

  • Oak-grain wooden wall case with stepped top and beaded mouldings
  • Upper case section flanked by fluted pilasters with ionic capitals
  • Round light-colored dial with Arabic numerals, outer minute track, and two winding arbors
  • Glazed lower door with multi-pane beveled glass showing a circular brass pendulum bob
  • Metal winding key stamped 'DUFA' rests against the lower right door molding
  • Small plaque affixed to the lower horizontal frame beneath the glazed door

Research qualifications

  • The source title attributes the clock to Dufa, while the description text states 'Gemerkt Wuba'.
  • Internal movement details and rear markings are not visible in the photograph.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Box regulator clock - Dufa - Wood, Brass - 1920-1930 - auction online Catawiki

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 2b19a9fc95

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