What materials and construction techniques are typical for 1930s longcase clocks?

These clocks typically feature solid mahogany or mahogany veneers over a secondary wood base, housing mechanical brass spring-driven or weight-driven movements.

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Elliott Mahogany Westminster Chime Art Deco Grandmother Clock 1930s

Name: Elliott Mahogany Westminster Chime Art Deco Grandmother Clock 1930s
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1062899
Price: 650 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

1920 - 1940

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Description

Hi

I have for sale a 1930s art deco burr mahogany Elliott grandmother clock in very good original condition for the age from the original owner’s estate.

The Case

The case is in solid burr mahogany and stands 158cm high x 34cm wide with a depth of 24cm it is in very good original condition very well looked has been well waxed and looked after for many years with original door key and standing on brass bun feet.

This clock is there top quality best they made at the time the case is mega heavy solid mahogany.

The Dial

The dial is in original good condition with a silvered chapter ring, with the original gilded centre and ornate hands which are original to this very old clock the clock is signed Elliott and has strike / silent lever at numeral 3.

The Movement

The movement is an eight day time and strike which strikes the tune of Westminster on each quarter with the full tune and hour strike on the top of the hour it sounds amazing to be honest; the movement was cleaned and oiled in 2022 so keeps spot on time over eight days.

This is all run via the original pendulum .

Overall a very nice sized art deco grandmother clock quite rare in this original condition that looks great on display keeping great time and looking even better. The photos do not do justice to this stunning old clock.

Physical Dimensions

Height

158cm (62.20")

Width

34cm (13.39")

Depth

24cm (9.45")

Declaration

Arundel Clocks has dated this Mahogany Grandmother Clock to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1062899

Dealers Internal Reference

Gary Elliott

Dealers Notes

Gary, our in-house Horologist, is always happy to discuss your individual requirements: +44 7903 932602

Description

I have for sale a 1930s art deco burr mahogany Elliott grandmother clock in very good original condition for the age from the original owner’s estate.

The Case

The case is in solid burr mahogany and stands 158cm high x 34cm wide with a depth of 24cm it is in very good original condition very well looked has been well waxed and looked after for many years with original door key and standing on brass bun feet.

fig 1. A full-length view of a dark mahogany grandmother clock featuring a rounded hood, a white dial with roman numerals, and a long narrow door. — fig 1. Elliott Mahogany Westminster Chime Art Deco Grandmother Clock 1930s

This clock is there top quality best they made at the time the case is mega heavy solid mahogany.

The Dial

The dial is in original good condition with a silvered chapter ring, with the original gilded centre and ornate hands which are original to this very old clock the clock is signed Elliott and has strike / silent lever at numeral 3.

fig 2. A full-length view of a dark mahogany grandmother clock featuring a rounded hood, a white dial with roman numerals, and a long narrow door. — fig 2. Elliott Mahogany Westminster Chime Art Deco Grandmother Clock 1930s

The Movement

The movement is an eight day time and strike which strikes the tune of Westminster on each quarter with the full tune and hour strike on the top of the hour it sounds amazing to be honest; the movement was cleaned and oiled in 2022 so keeps spot on time over eight days.

fig 3. A full-length view of a dark mahogany grandmother clock featuring a rounded hood, a white dial with roman numerals, and a long narrow door. — fig 3. Elliott Mahogany Westminster Chime Art Deco Grandmother Clock 1930s

This is all run via the original pendulum .

“

Overall a very nice sized art deco grandmother clock quite rare in this original condition that looks great on display keeping great time and looking even better.

Arundel Clocks

The photos do not do justice to this stunning old clock.

Physical Dimensions

Height

158cm (62.20")

Width

34cm (13.39")

Depth

24cm (9.45")

Date of Manufacture

Arundel Clocks has dated this Mahogany Grandmother Clock to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1062899

Dealers Internal Ref

Gary Elliott

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A grandmother clock is a smaller, more slender version of the traditional grandfather clock, typically standing between five and six feet tall rather than over six feet.

Authenticity is usually confirmed by maker marks or signatures on the dial or movement plates, quality brass gear trains, and traditional wood joinery consistent with the period.

Mechanical clocks require professional servicing every three to five years to clean the movement, oil the pivots, and ensure accurate timekeeping and chime synchronisation.

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