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Ankeruhr, Art Nouveau clock in Hoher Markt, Austria

The Ankeruhr clock spans 10 meters in width and features 12 historical figures that move across its 4-meter diameter face throughout the day.

Franz von Matsch designed this mechanical clock, which was constructed between 1911 and 1914 for the Anker Insurance Company building in central Vienna.

Each hour brings forth a different historical figure accompanied by organ music, representing significant personalities from Austrian and European history.

The clock mechanism operates daily with its grand display occurring at noon when all twelve figures rotate in sequence before gathered spectators.

During the winter season, the clock mechanism plays traditional Christmas carols every day at 5 PM, adding seasonal entertainment to its regular functions.

Location: Vienna

Location: Innere Stadt

Inception: 1911

Creator: Franz von Matsch

Address: Hoher Markt 10, 11

GPS coordinates: 48.21080,16.37370

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:34

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