Augsburg, Germany · 1527–1599
Jeremias Metzger
Partially verifiedRenaissance table clocks and goldsmithing
Life & work
Jeremias Metzger was a celebrated German clockmaker and goldsmith active in Augsburg during the mid-16th century.
He produced intricate timepieces, including elaborate table clocks crafted from gilded copper that were decorated with figural designs. His craftsmanship was highly regarded, and one of his major works is recognized as a prototype for Renaissance table clocks. Historical records link his name to precious artifacts, such as a clock in gold and platinum associated with Emperor Charles V at the Monastery of Yuste.
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Training, contributions & innovations
- Metzger's work is considered instrumental in the development of the Renaissance table clock, noted for its complex mechanical movements.
Documented works
- A gold and platinum clock attributed to him remains at the Monastery of San Jerónimo de Yuste in Spain.
Collecting significance
The catalogued pieces listed on this page show the kinds of objects auction houses, dealers and museums attribute to this maker; each attribution is the source's own.
Firms, key models & movements
No firm, model or movement in this encyclopedia is yet recorded under this maker's name.
In the object catalogue
2 catalogued objects are recorded under Jeremias Metzger. Attributions are as given by each source and are not independent authentication.
- Astronomical table clockTable clock · 1568
- Monstrance Clock by Jeremias MetzgerMonstrance clock · 1564
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Sources & references
- Metzger, Jeremias, Watch-Wiki, retrieved 2026-11-03
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