Sunday, November 17, 2013

Église Saint-Severin - l'horloge



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Église Saint-Severin
The Clock


Just beneath the pipes of the Jean Ferrand organ (1748) 
is the church clock which on this day was right on time.  


In a church that dates back to the 13th century, 
I would think that the clock has been updated 
and reworked many times.  


Do you think that the inner workings are digital?



bon dimanche




Église Saint-Séverin
3, rue des Prêtres Saint-Séverin
75005, Paris

13 comments:

  1. How curious to see a clock in a church, and high up in the back where it's difficult to see anyway!

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  2. Could be. The whole organ and woodwork behind and above the clock is also of a much newer time then the church I think.

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  3. I like the way they surrounded it in woodwork to make it fit in. I am sure its workings are modern but the rest of it takes us back in time.

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  4. Love the photograph of what looks like a beautiful place.
    Liz

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  5. I guess the only way to know would be to stand under the clock and listen for the tick-tock!

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  6. Beautiful! And an interesting question!

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  7. Many congregations probably wish for such a clock.....for their ministers to consult during the service......

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  8. I might be inclined to think it's still analog as opposed to digital.

    Beautiful shot!

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  9. Your angle really shows of the enormity of this church Genie. Very grand. Oh and no I don't think that the inner workings of the clock are digital but I'll bet it keeps perfect time.

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  10. «Louis» has heard the organ in this church. It has a sweet tone that is nicely scaled to this worship space.

    Another of your fine detail shots you have such a genius for, Genie!

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Merci for your comments!