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Oak Grandfather Longcase Railway Clock - Canterbury Kent

Name: Oak Grandfather Longcase Railway Clock - Canterbury Kent
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1075402
Price: 1285 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

1920 - 1940

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Description

This Charming Clock was Presented to a Mr PW Pettyfer of Canterbury in 1933 upon His Retirement From Southern Railway. Please see plaque. This could easily be unscrewed and reattached elsewhere if preferred.

The Clock is unfussy and of a size suitable for all types of homes - old and new - and rooms - large or small.

Measurements will be Added Shortly.

With Attractive Patina & Grain Figuring, the Clock is Handsome with its Brass Dial with Silvered Chapter Ring, The Long Trunk Door with Bevelled Glass and Raised on Bun Feet.

The Good Quality Triple Weight 8 Day Movement Has Been Checked, Serviced & Tested - Offered in Good & Full Working Order.

As well as Striking the Number of Hours on the O’clock, it also plays Westminster Chimes of increasing length on each of the 4 Quarters. Silent Lever.

Please contact Robert via Messaging or on 07899 058752 to Discuss, Arrange Viewing/Collection. Delivery Options Available and for Most Main UK Locations Set Up Is Also Available. If a Courier is being used, Simple & Easy Instruction will be Emailed and Advice Should you have Any Questions.

Declaration

Heydays Antiques has dated this Oak Grandfather Clock to the 1930s.

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SA1075402

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The Clock is unfussy and of a size suitable for all types of homes - old and new - and rooms - large or small.

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fig 1. A dark oak grandfather clock featuring a glass-fronted trunk displaying brass weights and a white circular dial with Roman numerals. — fig 1. Oak Grandfather Longcase Railway Clock - Canterbury Kent

Measurements will be Added Shortly.

With Attractive Patina & Grain Figuring, the Clock is Handsome with its Brass Dial with Silvered Chapter Ring, The Long Trunk Door with Bevelled Glass and Raised on Bun Feet.

fig 2. A dark oak grandfather clock featuring a glass-fronted trunk displaying brass weights and a white circular dial with Roman numerals. — fig 2. Oak Grandfather Longcase Railway Clock - Canterbury Kent

The Good Quality Triple Weight 8 Day Movement Has Been Checked, Serviced & Tested - Offered in Good & Full Working Order.

As well as Striking the Number of Hours on the O’clock, it also plays Westminster Chimes of increasing length on each of the 4 Quarters. Silent Lever.

fig 3. A dark oak grandfather clock featuring a glass-fronted trunk displaying brass weights and a white circular dial with Roman numerals. — fig 3. Oak Grandfather Longcase Railway Clock - Canterbury Kent

Please contact Robert via Messaging or on 07899 058752 to Discuss, Arrange Viewing/Collection. Delivery Options Available and for Most Main UK Locations Set Up Is Also Available. If a Courier is being used, Simple & Easy Instruction will be Emailed and Advice Should you have Any Questions.

Date of Manufacture

Heydays Antiques has dated this Oak Grandfather Clock to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

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SA1075402

Dealers Internal Ref

SDABd0549

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Grandfather clocks, also known as longcase clocks, originated in the late 17th century following the invention of the anchor escapement by Robert Hooke around 1670, which allowed for longer pendulums and narrower cases.

Traditional longcase clocks were primarily constructed from solid timbers such as oak, mahogany, walnut, and sometimes fruitwoods, featuring brass movements, dials, weights, and lead or iron pendulums.

Authentic pieces are identified by hand-cut brass gears, engraved maker signatures on the dial plates, period-appropriate timber shrinkage, and traditional joinery methods rather than modern fixings.

A grandfather clock serves as a striking architectural anchor in contemporary spaces; position it against a neutral wall in an entrance hall or living room to contrast clean modern lines with traditional craftsmanship.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber cracking, ensure it is professionally serviced every few years, and maintain it on a stable, level floor for accurate timekeeping.

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