Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Measuring Devices (hierarchy name)
5. measuring devices (instruments)
6. [measuring devices for extent]
7. timepieces
8. [timepieces by form]
9. clocks
10. [clocks by form]

Narrower term/s

• tabernacle clocks

Anotations

Scope note:

Clocks of various designs, made to stand on tables. Known since the early 15th century, especially in Germany. Examples are spring-driven clocks in gilt metal cases of the 16th and 17th centuries.