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Early 19th C Musical Longcase Long Case Grandfather Clock
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Early 19th C Musical Longcase Long Case Grandfather Clock

19th century
Sold 3 February 2025 · Cross Antiques
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Description

A lovely little Geo III and later musical Longcase clock. The nice quality case is veneered in mahogany. The long trunk door retains it's original lock and key.

The movement is later than the case and dates from the late 19th, early 20th Cent. It is excellent quality and in good condition. It plays either Westminster or Whittington chimes on the quarter hours on either 8 or 4 bells. It also strikes the hours on a larger bell and has a nice set of brass cased weights. The dial has selectors for strike/silent and Westminster/Whittington chimes

The case is in good condition and has retained its original finish and has a good colour.

Free local delivery and set-up (60mls) National and international delivery arranged at cost.

Date of Manufacture

Cross Antiques has dated this Antique Longcase Clock to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
213cm (83.86")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
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SA1101848
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A lovely little Geo III and later musical Longcase clock. The nice quality case is veneered in mahogany. The long trunk door retains it's original lock and key.

The movement is later than the case and dates from the late 19th, early 20th Cent. It is excellent quality and in good condition. It plays either Westminster or Whittington chimes on the quarter hours on either 8 or 4 bells. It also strikes the hours on a larger bell and has a nice set of brass cased weights. The dial has selectors for strike/silent and Westminster/Whittington chimes

The case is in good condition and has retained its original finish and has a good colour.

Free local delivery and set-up (60mls) National and international delivery arranged at cost.

Date of Manufacture

Cross Antiques has dated this Antique Longcase Clock to the 19th Century.

Height
213cm (83.86")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
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SA1101848
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An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 19th C Musical Longcase Long Case Grandfather Clock

Archive II An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk. View II
Archive III An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk. View III
Archive IV An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk. View IV
Archive V An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk. View V
Archive VI An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk. View VI
Archive VII An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk. View VII
Archive VIII An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk. View VIII
Archive IX An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk. View IX
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South Oxfordshire
United Kingdom

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An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk.
Early 19th C Musical Longcase Long Case Grandfather Clock
Ref: SA1101848
An upright dark mahogany longcase clock featuring a carved swan-neck pediment, brass face with Roman numerals, and inlaid wood panel door on the trunk.
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  • ObjectClocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSwan-neck pediment, Brass dial spandrels, Column accents, Inlaid wood banding
  • SizeH 213 cm (84 in) x W 52 cm (20 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

Longcase clocks, commonly known as grandfather clocks, originated in Britain during the late 17th century following the introduction of the anchor escapement by Robert Hooke around 1670, which allowed for longer pendulums and narrower cases.

These clocks are traditionally constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, featuring intricate joinery, hand-carved details, brass or silvered metal dials, and mechanical brass gear movements driven by hanging weights.

Preservation requires maintaining a stable indoor environment away from direct sunlight and sudden temperature shifts, periodic professional mechanical servicing, and careful handling of the weights and pendulum during relocation.

An antique longcase clock functions as a strong architectural anchor in contemporary spaces; placing it against a neutral wall allows the rich wood tones and brass face to serve as a focal point without overwhelming the room.

Authenticity is determined by examining the age and wear of the internal mechanical movement, hand-cut screws, original timber patina, corresponding maker signatures on the dial, and signs of structural aging consistent with the stated period.
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