Clock · Regulator

Helbig & Kreutz Rosewood Grande Sonnerie Vienna Regulator

Partially verified

This mid-19th-century Vienna regulator wall clock by Helbig & Kreutz of Vienna is housed in a carved rosewood case measuring 136 cm in height. According to the auction catalogue, the case features a C-scroll cresting flanked by finials above a scrolling cornice, pilasters, and an arched moulded glazed door. The 6.25-inch white enamelled dial displays Roman numerals and a signed, recessed centre within a gilt floral cast bezel. The source reports a triple-train, weight-driven movement with a deadbeat escapement striking on two blued steel coiled gongs, fitted with an ebonised wooden pendulum rod and large brass bob.

Mid-19th-century rosewood grande sonnerie striking Vienna regulator clock by Helbig & Kreutz — Chiswick Auctions. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source: auctions.chiswickauctions.co.uk
Category: Clock · Regulator
Form: Vienna regulator wall clock
Maker / attribution: Helbig & Kreutz
Reference: Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier: 11
Source-reported date: mid 19th Century
Source-reported place: Austria

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 and Dimensions

The clock is described as a Vienna regulator housed in a rosewood case with a height of 136 cm. The design features a carved C-scroll cresting, a pair of finials, a scrolling cornice, and pilasters flanking an arched, moulded door.

The case includes a glazed door which allows for the inspection of the weights and pendulum.

Evidence for this section

“ROSEWOOD GRANDE SONNERIE STRIKING VIENNA REGULATOR”
“the case surmounted by a carved C scroll cresting flanked by a pair of finials, over a scrolling cornice and pilasters flanking the arched, moulded door”
“136cm high”

Dial and Movement

The 6.25-inch enamelled dial features Roman numerals and a signed, recessed centre, set behind a gilt floral cast bezel.

The movement is a triple-train, weight-driven mechanism featuring a deadbeat escapement and striking on two blued steel coiled gongs. The pendulum is comprised of an ebonised wooden rod and a large brass bob.

Evidence for this section

“the 6.25 enamelled dial with signed, recessed centre, with Roman numerals, within a gilt floral cast bezel”
“the triple train weight driven movement with deadbeat escapement striking on two blued steel coiled gongs”
“the pendulum with ebonsied wood rod and large brass bob”

Provenance and Condition

The piece is attributed to Helbig & Kreutz, Wien, and identified as a mid-19th-century item. Its provenance is listed as a private collection.

Regarding operational status, the auctioneer notes it was 'seen running in owner's home' but provides no guarantee as to its functional condition or testing.

Evidence for this section

“HELBIG & KREUTZ, WEIN”
“MID 19TH CENTURY”
“From a private collection.”
“Seen running in owner's home, but not fully tested or guaranteed.”

Open research questions

What specific workshop marks or archival records exist for Helbig & Kreutz to authenticate the attribution beyond the signature on the dial?
Does the 'seen running' notation in the source indicate any specific maintenance history or professional certification of the movement's integrity?
What specific construction or stylistic markers are utilized to date the clock to the mid-19th century?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Helbig & Kreutz Rosewood Grande Sonnerie Vienna Regulator
Field	Source-reported value	Source quotation
Maker and Origin	Helbig & Kreutz, Wien	“HELBIG & KREUTZ, WEIN”
Escapement and Strike	Triple train weight driven movement with deadbeat escapement striking on two blued steel coiled gongs	“the triple train weight driven movement with deadbeat escapement striking on two blued steel coiled gongs”
Case Dimensions	136cm high	“136cm high”
Case Wood	Rosewood	“ROSEWOOD GRANDE SONNERIE STRIKING VIENNA REGULATOR”
Dial Description	6.25-inch enamelled dial with signed, recessed centre and Roman numerals	“the 6.25 enamelled dial with signed, recessed centre, with Roman numerals, within a gilt floral cast bezel”
Included Accessories	Three weights, winder, and case key	“with three weights, winder and case key”

Visible details

Full rosewood wall clock case with carved cresting, side pilasters, and lower bracket finials.
Glazed arched trunk door revealing three cylindrical brass weights and a large circular brass pendulum bob.
White enamel dial with black Roman hour numerals and a recessed central signature disk.

Research qualifications

Internal movement plates and escapement components are encased and not directly visible in the auction photograph.
Condition is reported by the auctioneer as seen running in the owner's home, but not fully tested or guaranteed.

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