Swiss House Battery Chalet Kuckulino With Alps & Swinging Doll 17cm By TRENKLE

A Swiss House Kuckulino With A Swinging Doll & Unique Backdrop

Great things come in small packages, and this colourful kuckulino is no exception. This delightful timepiece was produced by artisan clock makers TRENKLE from Simonswald in the Black Forest region of Germany.

Measuring 17cm in height*, this beautiful clock resembles a Swiss house, a popular style of chalet building in the Swiss alps. Chalet style clocks are commonly shaped as alpine houses, featuring details that represent life in the mountain regions of Europe (around southern Germany, Switzerland and Austria). This particular clock has a large amount of hand painted features on the chalet facade, roof and base, including flowers such as the famous Edelweiss flower in the centre of the base. This white star shaped flower is unique to the alps of Germany, Austria and Switzerland mainly. Its name means noble white, and it represents strength, toughness, bravery and courage. This is because the flower survives the harshest winters at very high altitudes.

Additional features include a mushroom and a bench seat out the front of the chalet. Rounding out this delightful scene is a wooden clock dial in the centre of the clock, and a green bird above the dial, whilst decorative display weights hang below the timepiece. This timepiece is powered by a high quality quartz movement that is accurate at keeping time. It is recommended to change the batteries annually to ensure longevity of your clock mechanism.

Perhaps the most unique feature of this delightful clock is the addition of a swinging doll sitting on a swing below the clock, acting as the pendulum. Dressed in traditional Black Forest attire, the doll swings side to side, providing a visual delight that is sure to entertain all ages. An additional feature which sets this timepiece apart is the addition of a backdrop behind the chalet, featuring large trees and the Alps, which help to set the scene perfectly.

This clock comes with an option of 12 different melodies that rotate each hour including: 

• Music Box Dancer
• Muss I Denn Zum (Wooden Heart)
• Lara's Theme - Dr Zhivago
• Mühle im Schwarzwald (Black Forest Mill)
• Barcarole
• Ich weiss nicht, was soll es bedeuten (The Lorelei)
• Oh My Papa
• Fröhlicher Wanderer (Happy Wanderer)
• Que Sera
• Edelweiss
• Für Elise (Pour Elise)
• Clementine

This kuckulino comes with a three way switch. It can either -

A. Cuckoo the time on the Hour

B. Play 12 different tunes which alternates each hour

C. Switch off completely

Please note that this clock does not feature a cuckoo bird.

What is a Kuckulino Clock?

A kuckulino clock is a small timepiece produced in the Black Forest, featuring carved and chalet designs, along with the traditional swinging doll style. Quaint in size, kuckulino clocks make the cuckoo call each hour, however they do not feature a cuckoo bird popping out, in contrast to a traditional cuckoo clock. Using the three way switch on most kuckulinos, you can alternate between three options- a quiet cuckoo call; alternating through a different melody each hour; or no sound at all. Some kuckulinos do not feature music or a cuckoo call, and instead are purely timepieces. Available at an affordable price point, these delightful mini cuckoo clocks make fantastic gift ideas for adults and children alike, as they add a hint of character to any room in your chosen space. If you are looking for a clock that features a cuckoo bird popping out, check out our entire cuckoo clock range here.

Quality Black Forest Craftsmanship

• This genuine clock is hand crafted in the Black Forest region of Germany by artisan clock makers Trenkle.
• For over a half of a century, the Trenkle Uhren GmbH company has been carrying on the clock production tradition. 
• Trenkle Black Forest clocks are a wonderful example of quality, careful workmanship and a love for detail. Their clocks are produced using a combination of creative handiwork and the newest technology
• Trenkle Uhren's creative ideas are expressed in their ever changing models which add to the extensive range already available, which can be browsed both in store and online at the Clock Shop

 Why Shop at the Clock Shop?

Our small family run business has been standing in the same location since 1993, providing Australia with the number one option for consistent quality timepieces. Don’t believe us? Check out our company reviews! 

We offer a large range of quality timepieces that add a German inspired atmosphere to your home. When you purchase a clock from us, you will be guaranteed a product that is authentic in origin, sourced directly from Germany, and crafted of the highest quality.

Key Features:

• Genuine hand crafted kuckulino by Trenkle Uhren
• Measures 17cm in height*
• Swiss house chalet style design
• Highly colourful design with a large amount of hand painted detail
• Hand painted detail on chalet facade and flowers on the base
• Flowers depicted include the famous Edelweiss flower
• Wooden clock dial in the centre of the timber chalet
• Green bird above the clock dial
• Decorative display weights
• Swinging doll pendulum dressed in traditional Black Forest attire
• Doll is sitting on a swing below the clock, swinging side to side
• Powered by a high quality quartz movement that is accurate at keeping time
• Unique backdrop features Alps and large trees
• Does not feature a cuckoo bird
• Option of 12 different melodies that rotate each hour
• Features a 3 way switch - cuckoo the time each hour; rotate through 12 different melodies; switch sound off completely
• Powered by a high quality quartz movement that is accurate at keeping time
• Requires 2 x AA alkaline batteries
• Weight: Approx 800 grams
• Hand crafted in the Black Forest region of Germany
• 2 year warranty
• Fast delivery Australia wide
• Happiness guaranteed

Disclaimer:

Whilst we do our best to accurately capture all products to best represent their natural appearance, the colour and finish of this product may vary slightly from the images on our website.

*Please note, the height of the clock does not include the pendulum (swinging doll).