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The Baron Bruno Schroder Mahogany Longcase Clock by William Warren, Royston, Circa 1750

Name: The Baron Bruno Schroder Mahogany Longcase Clock by William Warren, Royston, Circa 1750
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1077844
Price: 6500 GBP
Availability: InStock

18th century

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Description

This elegant George III mahogany long-case clock, crafted by the renowned William Warren of Royston, is a testament to the elegance and sophistication of 18th-century English craftsmanship. The clock features a gracefully shaped pediment crowning an arched door that houses a 12-inch arched brass dial. The dial itself is a marvel of horology, boasting an 8-day, hour-striking movement, complete with subsidiary dials for date, seconds, and a strike/silent option.

The clock’s trunk is adorned with a long arched door, meticulously inlaid with boxwood fans and framed by satinwood banding, exuding a sense of refined luxury. The base echoes this design, with matching fan inlay and satinwood banding, all resting elegantly on ogee bracket feet.

While William Warren’s work dates back to circa 1753, this particular case was likely fashioned around 1790 to house the movement. Its provenance is as distinguished as its design, having been acquired directly from the descendants of Baron Bruno Schroder, co-owner of the Schroder Institution. This clock is not just a timekeeper; it is a piece of history, a work of art, and a legacy of a storied lineage.

Height: 88 inches (224 cm)

Width: 21 inches (54 cm)

Depth: 11 1/2 inches (29 cm)

Physical Dimensions

Height

224cm (88.19")

Width

54cm (21.26")

Depth

29cm (11.42")

Declaration

Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall has dated this Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1077844

Dealers Internal Reference

SA149

Dealers Notes

Surrey Antiques have been dealing in and restoring fine furniture since 1982. With over 35 years experience dealing in all types of antique furniture from early oak and walnut to Georgian mahogany and the more exotic timbers such as rosewood and satinwood.

Whilst we deal mostly with mahogany furniture of the Georgian period designed by some of the greatest furniture designers such as Chippendale, Sheraton, Hepplewhite and Adam we also have a very good in depth knowledge of all the main periods of English furniture design from early oak to Regency and Victorian.

Description

This elegant George III mahogany long-case clock, crafted by the renowned William Warren of Royston, is a testament to the elegance and sophistication of 18th-century English craftsmanship.

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The clock features a gracefully shaped pediment crowning an arched door that houses a 12-inch arched brass dial.

Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall

The dial itself is a marvel of horology, boasting an 8-day, hour-striking movement, complete with subsidiary dials for date, seconds, and a strike/silent option.

fig 1. A mid-18th-century Georgian mahogany longcase clock with brass finials, an arched brass dial, and fan marquetry inlay on the door and base. — fig 1. The Baron Bruno Schroder Mahogany Longcase Clock by William Warren, Royston, Circa 1750

The clock’s trunk is adorned with a long arched door, meticulously inlaid with boxwood fans and framed by satinwood banding, exuding a sense of refined luxury. The base echoes this design, with matching fan inlay and satinwood banding, all resting elegantly on ogee bracket feet.

fig 2. A mid-18th-century Georgian mahogany longcase clock with brass finials, an arched brass dial, and fan marquetry inlay on the door and base. — fig 2. The Baron Bruno Schroder Mahogany Longcase Clock by William Warren, Royston, Circa 1750

While William Warren’s work dates back to circa 1753, this particular case was likely fashioned around 1790 to house the movement. Its provenance is as distinguished as its design, having been acquired directly from the descendants of Baron Bruno Schroder, co-owner of the Schroder Institution. This clock is not just a timekeeper; it is a piece of history, a work of art, and a legacy of a storied lineage.

Height: 88 inches (224 cm)

Width: 21 inches (54 cm)

Depth: 11 1/2 inches (29 cm)

Physical Dimensions

Height

224cm (88.19")

Width

54cm (21.26")

Depth

29cm (11.42")

Date of Manufacture

Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall has dated this Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1077844

Dealers Internal Ref

SA149

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A longcase clock, also known as a grandfather clock, is a tall, free-standing, weight-driven pendulum clock enclosed in a wooden case. Popularised in the late 17th century, these timepieces became standard fixtures in prominent homes throughout the 18th and 19th centuries due to their superior timekeeping accuracy.

Mid-18th century longcase clocks were predominantly constructed from dense woods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, often finished with flame veneers or fan marquetry. The clockwork mechanism and dials were typically crafted from brass, silvered metal, and cast steel components.

Authentic Georgian longcase clocks usually feature cast brass dials with etched chapters, spandrels, and maker signatures, along with hand-cut clock gears and hand-joined cabinetry. Look for hand-planed backboards, period-correct brass hinges, and historical wear consistent with mid-18th-century horology.

A Georgian longcase clock serves as a strong architectural focal point when positioned in a hallway, entryway, or formal dining room. Its rich mahogany tone pairs well with neutral backdrops, contemporary minimalist furniture, or traditional wood panelling.

Keep the clock case away from direct sunlight, radiators, and extreme humidity fluctuations to prevent wood cracking or veneer movement. Dust regularly with a dry soft cloth, apply beeswax sparingly, and ensure the mechanical movement is professionally oiled and serviced every five to seven years.

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