The Appeal of German ClocksGerman clocks, especially those from the 18th and 19th centuries, are renowned for their art and awareness of detail. The best German lamps were often stated in the renowned clockmaking stores of Paris and parts like Normandy. The design of French clock clocks typically reflects a mixture of Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical designs, which effects in aesthetically attractive timepieces which can be both decorative and functional.