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Chinoiserie Longcase Clock by Gardner of London

Name: Chinoiserie Longcase Clock by Gardner of London
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1106592
Price: 9850 GBP
Availability: InStock

18th century

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Description

A very recent addition to our showrooms in Cherhill and currently under restoration. A very desirable and almost untouched Chinioserie/Lacquered longcase clock dating to the last quarter of the 18th century.

The movement has the facility to the strike the hours on a bell and the dial feature date and seconds to the centre.

The faux Red Tortoiseshell Chinoiserie case is beautifully preserved and only requires a small amount of stabilising and minor woodwork repairs as required. The Chinoiserie decoration to the case will be sympathetically revived and preserved for future generations to enjoy.

C.1775

Physical Dimensions

Height

242cm (95.28")

Declaration

P A Oxley Antique Clocks & Barometers has dated this Chinoiserie Longcase Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1106592

Dealers Notes

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Please visit our main website http://www.british-antiqueclocks.com where you can also listen to our clocks. Every striking antique clock on our main website has its own individual sound file. This is particularly useful if you are unable to view our antique clocks in person. Other information regarding the history of the longcase/grandfather clock and how to setup a longcase/grandfather is also a feature of our website.

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Description

A very recent addition to our showrooms in Cherhill and currently under restoration.

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A very desirable and almost untouched Chinioserie/Lacquered longcase clock dating to the last quarter of the 18th century.

P A Oxley Antique Clocks & Barometers

fig 1. A tall antique Georgian Chinoiserie longcase clock with dark gilt lacquered oriental scenes, three brass finials, and a brass dial face. — fig 1. Chinoiserie Longcase Clock by Gardner of London

The movement has the facility to the strike the hours on a bell and the dial feature date and seconds to the centre.

The faux Red Tortoiseshell Chinoiserie case is beautifully preserved and only requires a small amount of stabilising and minor woodwork repairs as required. The Chinoiserie decoration to the case will be sympathetically revived and preserved for future generations to enjoy.

C.1775

Physical Dimensions

Height

242cm (95.28")

Date of Manufacture

P A Oxley Antique Clocks & Barometers has dated this Chinoiserie Longcase Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1106592

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A tall antique Georgian Chinoiserie longcase clock with dark gilt lacquered oriental scenes, three brass finials, and a brass dial face.

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Chinoiserie longcase clock by Gardner of London

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A tall antique Georgian Chinoiserie longcase clock with dark gilt lacquered oriental scenes, three brass finials, and a brass dial face. View II

A Chinoiserie longcase clock, commonly known as a grandfather clock, is a tall floor-standing pendulum clock housed in a wooden cabinet decorated with European imitations of East Asian lacquerwork and imagery, prominent during the 18th century.

These clocks were typically constructed using an oak or pine carcase covered in decorative lacquer, known as japanning, alongside brass dials, cast brass spandrels, and weight-driven iron mechanisms.

Authentic 18th-century pieces feature hand-engraved brass or silvered chapter rings, raised gilding over a built-up gesso base, natural age craquelure in the lacquer finish, and hand-forged mechanical movements.

Position the clock as an architectural focal point in a hallway, library, or dining room, allowing its dark japanned finish and gilded details to contrast against neutral walls or complement timber panelling.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to prevent the timber from warping or the lacquer from cracking; dust gently with a soft dry cloth and avoid chemical solvents.

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