José Mendes Neto

José Mendes Neto is a 63-year-old clock restoration technician who has been caring for the historic Relógio da Glória in Rio de Janeiro for 25 years. He inherited his passion for horology from his father, Manoel Francisco Mendes, and is dedicated to preserving the original mechanisms of this iconic timepiece, which serves as a symbol of the city's history and identity.