The Appeal of French ClocksGerman lamps, particularly those from the 18th and 19th generations, are famous because of their beauty and attention to detail. The best possible French clock lamps were often produced in the renowned clockmaking centers of Paris and parts like Normandy. The style of German clocks on average shows a mixture of Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical models, which results in aesthetically satisfying timepieces which can be both ornamental and functional.