Why You’ll Love It
A wonderfully detailed vintage handcrafted piece by artist Arnold Volker, this rare miniature Christmas wall clock recreates the charm of a traditional German Black Forest chalet in 1:12 scale. The wintery white facade is topped with a warm orange-red tiled roof, while the front is filled with tiny architectural details and a festive snowy scene of evergreen trees, figures, and a horse-drawn carriage. Three decorative pinecone-style weights hang below on fine metal chains, completing the classic cuckoo-clock look. This piece is intended for decorative display only and is not built to function as an actual working clock.
Perfect for
Christmas rooms, alpine or European interiors, winter holiday displays, collector walls, traditional dollhouses, or anyone who loves exceptionally detailed miniature clocks.
Details
Materials: Wood and metal
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 1 ½” tall (3” tall including hanging chimes/weights)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Arnold Volker
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: Includes the miniature wall clock with its attached hanging chains and decorative weights. Other staged furnishings and accessories are not included.
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
