Lot Essay
Built circa 1218-20 on the inner wall of the old Swiss town, Der Zeitglockenturm is decorated with a famous astronomical clock dating from 1527-30. Alt's view is taken from the Kramgasse.
Der Zeitglockenturm, Bern
Details
Franz von Alt (1821-1914)
Der Zeitglockenturm, Bern
signed and dated 'Franz Alt. Bern. 1882' (lower right)
watercolour heightened with white on paper
14¼ x 10¼ in. (36 x 26 cm.)
Der Zeitglockenturm, Bern
signed and dated 'Franz Alt. Bern. 1882' (lower right)
watercolour heightened with white on paper
14¼ x 10¼ in. (36 x 26 cm.)