The Measure of Time: Royal Clocks in the 18th-Century Spanish Court Exhibition

This exhibition showcased over fifty clocks, tracing the evolution of timekeeping in the Spanish court through four royal reigns from the early 18th century to Carlos IV. It featured exquisite pieces by renowned European watchmakers, alongside emerging Spanish horologists, reflecting the era's technical advancements and aesthetic tastes.

The exhibition 'La medida del tiempo. Relojes de reyes en la Corte Española del siglo XVIII' (The Measure of Time. Royal Clocks in the 18th Century Spanish Court) presented a significant collection of horological pieces that belonged to Spanish royalty. Over fifty clocks were exhibited, charting the acquisition and evolution of timekeeping within the court across the reigns of Felipe V, Fernando VI, Carlos III, and Carlos IV. The display included valuable timepieces crafted by the most esteemed European watchmakers of the era, showcasing a range of styles from English, French, and Swiss schools, alongside the work of pioneering Spanish clockmakers who established a new tradition at court. The exhibition aimed to illuminate the technical progress and aesthetic preferences prevalent during this period through these intricate mechanical marvels. The exhibition was structured across two rooms and included an audiovisual component to further enrich the visitor experience.

The exhibition took place in the temporary exhibition halls of the Royal Palace of Madrid. Specific ticketing information is not detailed on this page, but visitors can find more details via the exhibition's microsite.