The Kundo anniversary clock was admired for its elegant movement. Its brass base and rotating pendulum sat beneath a glass dome, creating a graceful centerpiece. It was called a 400 day clock because it could run for more than a year on one winding. Many were given as wedding gifts or anniversary presents
Collectors appreciate the craftsmanship and durability of these clocks. The domed display protects the mechanism while showing off its motion. German-made models with original parts remain most desirable. Even today, the slow-turning pendulum adds a quiet elegance to vintage collections.
(This article originally appeared on Avocadu.)