Colman Curran, a retired lawyer and horologist, has purchased over 600 19th-century cuckoo clocks from a private museum in Cheshire, England for 1 million pounds, funded by an anonymous benefactor. This exceptional collection will be displayed as the Cuckoo Clock Experience at the Waterford museum, set to open in September 2024. Curran noted the significance of these clocks, particularly a notable piece by renowned clockmaker Johann Baptist Beha, emphasizing their historical importance and craftsmanship. Many associate these clocks with Switzerland, though their German roots are highlighted through this acquisition.
Colman Curran, a retired lawyer turned horologist, expressed excitement about acquiring a remarkable collection of over 600 cuckoo clocks, described as the finest in the world.
The Cuckoo Clock Experience, opening in September at the Waterford museum, showcases a one million pound collection of 19th-century clocks purchased thanks to an anonymous patron.
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