Since their production began nearly 300 years ago, the German cuckoo clock has become a true icon of Germany, traditionally passed down the generations and giving years of joy to families throughout their lives. So if you (or a loved one) go cuckoo for anything and everything about Germany, then owning a cuckoo clock is sure to bring lots of life, joy, and culture into your home. Below are a few of the many reasons to own or gift an authentic German cuckoo clock.
GERMAN CUCKOO CLOCK DESIGNS — YOU’LL BE SPOILT FOR CHOICE!
From carved leaves to animals, there are hundreds of handcrafted cuckoo clock characters, colors, songs, or designs to choose from — the choices are endless!
These days, you can keep it traditional with the Victorian-wooden “chalet” or “classic” style clocks, or you can go for a minimalist style if you prefer a more “modern” look.
The “chalet” cuckoo clock is the most popular due to its traditional design. Inspired by the Black Forest region, you will find these clocks will often have cultural scenes depicting everyday traditions from the Black Forest.
A modern cuckoo clock will often come in an array of bolder colors but will have less of the character designs for a more “minimal” look. These are also handcrafted using the same traditional methods as the chalet cuckoo clocks.
If you’re not sure what to go for, we can help you find the best style of cuckoo clockfor you.
CUCKOO CLOCKS OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY
When it comes to Black Forest cuckoo clocks, you can guarantee they are handcrafted to the highest quality. Higher quality does mean higher cost. However, authentic cuckoo clocks do not depreciate over time.
Most Black Forest cuckoo clocks (except quartz movement clocks) come with a VDS Certificate of Authenticity to ensure your clock has been manufactured in the Black Forest region and meets specific requirements, such as the use of traditional clockwork mechanisms.
ENGINEERED FOR CRAFTSMANSHIP
All cuckoo clocks have an internal mechanism powered by gravity, so the weights will slowly drop to the ground over time. The weights are pulled back up when they reach the floor, and this rewinds the clock. Although this sounds easy, making a cuckoo clock is no easy task!
So if you (or someone you know) appreciates the inner workings of watches or clocks (and loves to have a tinker!), then this is a truly special souvenir to own.
REVAMP A VINTAGE-INSPIRED HOME
With vintage home decor more popular than ever, it’s no surprise that cuckoo clocks are now once again taking pride of place on the living room wall. As mentioned earlier, you can choose from a whole array of cuckoo clocks, but for those who love “vintage” style, a Victorian-wooden style clock will add a perfect touch of retro whimsical charm to anyone’s vintage-inspired home.
CLOCKSCRAFTED USING THE BEST LINDEN WOOD
Most cuckoo clocks from the Black Forest are carved from the locally found Linden trees (also known as “Basswood”), known for their softness and lightness, making them ideal for creating art and household items. The Linden tree is also a sustainable wood and not listed as a threatened species.
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