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Late 18th Century Mahogany Longcase Clock, by 'Chater and Son' London
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Late 18th Century Mahogany Longcase Clock, by 'Chater and Son' London

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A very good quality late 18th century London longcase clock by 'Chater and Sons, London'. Having a swan neck pediment, three brass flame finials, blind fretwork, a brass faced arch dial, an eight day movement, chiming on the hour. The flamed Mahogany panels to the trunk and base, reeded inset columns to either side with brass capitals, and stop fluting, raised on ogee feet and a shaped apron.

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Height
243cm (95.67")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
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Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Mahogany Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

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SA1053819
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SKU00000868
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Description
A very good quality late 18th century London longcase clock by 'Chater and Sons, London'.
Having a swan neck pediment, three brass flame finials, blind fretwork, a brass faced arch dial, an eight day movement, chiming on the hour.
Patrick Moorhead Antiques

The flamed Mahogany panels to the trunk and base, reeded inset columns to either side with brass capitals, and stop fluting, raised on ogee feet and a shaped apron.

Height
243cm (95.67")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Patrick Moorhead Antiques has dated this Mahogany Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1053819
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000868
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Patrick Moorhead Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2018

Patrick moorhead has been one of the uk's finest trade-only antique furniture and art dealers for over 30 years.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Patrick Moorhead Antiques Profile Page

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An 18th-century Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched brass dial, flame mahogany trunk door, and swan neck pediment with brass finials.
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Late 18th Century Mahogany Longcase Clock, by 'Chater and Son' London

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An 18th-century Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched brass dial, flame mahogany trunk door, and swan neck pediment with brass finials.
Late 18th Century Mahogany longcase clock, by 'Chater and Son' London
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An 18th-century Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched brass dial, flame mahogany trunk door, and swan neck pediment with brass finials.
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Georgian longcase clocks, produced between 1714 and 1830, are characterised by high-grade timber construction, predominantly mahogany or walnut, paired with brass or painted dial faces. These weight-driven timepieces feature tall timber enclosures designed to protect the long pendulum and weight system.

The exterior cases were typically crafted from solid mahogany, oak, or walnut, frequently accented with flame veneers and crossbanding. Mechanical components comprised cast brass dial plates, spandrels, and movement gears, suspended using iron weights and steel wire.

Authentic 18th-century longcase clocks exhibit hand-cut gear teeth, cast brass dials with engraved details or spandrels, and original joinery such as hand-cut dovetails on the case. Signature details engraved on the dial plate often identify the maker and location.

A longcase clock serves as a focal point in hallways, stairwell landings, or formal reception rooms. Pairing the warm timber tones with contemporary neutral walls creates an engaging contrast between historic horological craftsmanship and modern minimalism.

Keep the clock case in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight, radiators, and excess humidity to prevent timber warping. Mechanical movements require periodic servicing by a professional horologist, alongside light dusting and application of beeswax to the wooden casing.
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