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Quarter Chiming Tubular Gong Longcase Clock
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Quarter Chiming Tubular Gong Longcase Clock

1900 - 1920
Sold 2 June 2026 · Chalfont Clocks
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A very impressive quarter chiming tubular gong clock with a very high quality three train movement. The movement is of 8 day duration and strikes the quarter hours on eight chrome plated tubular gongs hanging from the rear of the case and the main hour on a coiled gong. Also featuring Westminster and Whittington chime selection and a strike/silent mechanism. The movement is of the highest quality and has thick brass plates with watr of air engraving, deadbeat escapement and maintaining power, the pendulum with T bar suspension.

Made in the late 19th to early 20th century the clock is housed in solid mahogany case with box stringing and pierced fretwork sound vents. The gilded and silvered dial has a pierced and engraved fretwork sheet layered on top of a a gilded back plate this surrounds the silvered chapter rings, for from top left, chime silent, chime selection and time with subsidiary seconds with blued steel hands.

The eight tubular gongs are visible through the elliptical door window behind the pendulum and brass bound weights.

Physical Dimensions
Height
244cm (96.06")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Declaration

Chalfont Clocks has dated this Quarter Chiming Longcase Clock to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1050752
Dealers Internal Reference
297
Dealers Notes

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A very impressive quarter chiming tubular gong clock with a very high quality three train movement.
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The movement is of 8 day duration and strikes the quarter hours on eight chrome plated tubular gongs hanging from the rear of the case and the main hour on a coiled gong.
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Also featuring Westminster and Whittington chime selection and a strike/silent mechanism. The movement is of the highest quality and has thick brass plates with watr of air engraving, deadbeat escapement and maintaining power, the pendulum with T bar suspension.

fig 1. A full-length view of a polished mahogany quarter chiming longcase clock featuring an ornate brass dial and a central glass viewing window showing tubular gongs.
fig 1. Quarter Chiming Tubular Gong Longcase Clock

Made in the late 19th to early 20th century the clock is housed in solid mahogany case with box stringing and pierced fretwork sound vents. The gilded and silvered dial has a pierced and engraved fretwork sheet layered on top of a a gilded back plate this surrounds the silvered chapter rings, for from top left, chime silent, chime selection and time with subsidiary seconds with blued steel hands.

The eight tubular gongs are visible through the elliptical door window behind the pendulum and brass bound weights.

Height
244cm (96.06")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

Chalfont Clocks has dated this Quarter Chiming Longcase Clock to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1050752
Dealers Internal Ref
297
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A full-length view of a polished mahogany quarter chiming longcase clock featuring an ornate brass dial and a central glass viewing window showing tubular gongs.
Quarter Chiming Tubular Gong Longcase Clock
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A full-length view of a polished mahogany quarter chiming longcase clock featuring an ornate brass dial and a central glass viewing window showing tubular gongs.
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  • ObjectClocks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsArch top hood, Oval glass trunk door, Inlaid stringing, Brass dial spandrels
  • SizeH 244 cm (96 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

Longcase clocks, commonly known as grandfather clocks, emerged in the late 17th century following the invention of the anchor escapement, allowing for longer pendulums and heavier weights enclosed within a tall wooden case.

Traditional longcase clocks are primarily constructed from hardwoods such as oak, walnut, and mahogany, featuring brass dials, steel movements, and glass door panels to protect the pendulum and weights.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the integration of the movement with the dial, hand-engraved brass or painted iron dial details, period-appropriate timber ageing, and maker signatures recorded in horological archives.

A longcase clock serves as a strong vertical focal point in a hallway, living room, or study, pairing well with both traditional period spaces and minimalist contemporary rooms that contrast old craftsmanship with clean lines.

Mechanical clocks require placement away from direct sunlight and temperature fluctuations, professional oiling and servicing every three to five years, and careful handling when winding weights or setting the time.
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