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Antique Oak & Mahogany Rolling Moon Longcase Grandfather Clock Grocott Holywell
N Wilson Antiques Clocks
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Antique Oak & Mahogany Rolling Moon Longcase Grandfather Clock Grocott Holywell

18th century
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DESCRIPTION:

This is a wonderful antique oak and mahogany long case clock, with an eight-day movement on a broken arch brass dial with a Rolling Moon. The clock is made by GROCOTT HOLYWELL. This clock is absolutely perfect for anyone looking for a clock to place straight into their home.

If we start with the hood, this has swan necks which are finished with lovely brass pateras. The door hood door is flanked with reeded columns which terminate in gilt capitals.

If we then move down to the trunk it has a lovely shaped fully length shaped door which is cross banded in mahogany. The door is also complete with it's lock and key which is fully working. The door is then flanked by reeded quarter columns.

Finally the base has is nicely cross banded in mahogany to the top and sides. The clock is then raised on lovely bracket feet.

The dial with makers name of 'GROCOTT HOLYWELL', has the four corners adorned with pretty painted flowers in a lovely gilded frame. The arch has a lovely rare feature of a Rolling moon which in addition to the two moons incorporates a pretty painting of a historic building and a sea scpe with sailing ships. The dial is set out with Roman Numerals with small Arabic Numerals above. There are subsidiary second dial and date aperture and the dial has the most wonderful hands.

The movement is eight day duration and is rack striking on a single bell. The movement is in perfect working order having recently been professionally cleaned and serviced. As can be seen from the photographs the movement is immaculately clean.

There is one 'GROCOTT HOLYWELL' listed in 'Wales Clocks & Clockmakers by William Linnard': -'GROCOTT, Thomas. Holywell. Probate 1813. Watch and clockmaker. Longcase clocks known.'

DIMENSIONS:

The approximate MAXIMUM dimensions are:

- 88 1/2 inches (225 cm) high

- 22 1/2 inches (57 cm) across hood

- 15 3/4 inches (40 cm) across the trunk

- 20 1/2 inches (52 cm) across base

- 10 5/8 inches / 27 cm deep.

As can be seen from these dimension this is a clock of lovely grand proportions.

CONDITION:

The clock is in wonderful condition. The movement is stunningly clean and is in perfect working order having recently been professionally cleaned and serviced.

This wonderful rocking Father Time clock and would make a super addition to any home.

Declaration

N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Rolling Moon Longcase Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1107880
Dealers Internal Reference
GROCOTT HOLYWELL
Description
DESCRIPTION:
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This is a wonderful antique oak and mahogany long case clock, with an eight-day movement on a broken arch brass dial with a Rolling Moon.
N Wilson Antiques Clocks

The clock is made by GROCOTT HOLYWELL. This clock is absolutely perfect for anyone looking for a clock to place straight into their home.

fig 1. An antique Georgian longcase grandfather clock crafted from dark oak and mahogany with a painted dial featuring a rolling moon phase indicator.
fig 1. Antique Oak & Mahogany Rolling Moon Longcase Grandfather Clock Grocott Holywell

If we start with the hood, this has swan necks which are finished with lovely brass pateras. The door hood door is flanked with reeded columns which terminate in gilt capitals.

If we then move down to the trunk it has a lovely shaped fully length shaped door which is cross banded in mahogany. The door is also complete with it's lock and key which is fully working. The door is then flanked by reeded quarter columns.

fig 2. An antique Georgian longcase grandfather clock crafted from dark oak and mahogany with a painted dial featuring a rolling moon phase indicator.
fig 2. Antique Oak & Mahogany Rolling Moon Longcase Grandfather Clock Grocott Holywell

Finally the base has is nicely cross banded in mahogany to the top and sides. The clock is then raised on lovely bracket feet.

The dial with makers name of 'GROCOTT HOLYWELL', has the four corners adorned with pretty painted flowers in a lovely gilded frame. The arch has a lovely rare feature of a Rolling moon which in addition to the two moons incorporates a pretty painting of a historic building and a sea scpe with sailing ships. The dial is set out with Roman Numerals with small Arabic Numerals above. There are subsidiary second dial and date aperture and the dial has the most wonderful hands.

fig 3. An antique Georgian longcase grandfather clock crafted from dark oak and mahogany with a painted dial featuring a rolling moon phase indicator.
fig 3. Antique Oak & Mahogany Rolling Moon Longcase Grandfather Clock Grocott Holywell

The movement is eight day duration and is rack striking on a single bell. The movement is in perfect working order having recently been professionally cleaned and serviced. As can be seen from the photographs the movement is immaculately clean.

fig 4. An antique Georgian longcase grandfather clock crafted from dark oak and mahogany with a painted dial featuring a rolling moon phase indicator.
fig 4. Antique Oak & Mahogany Rolling Moon Longcase Grandfather Clock Grocott Holywell

There is one 'GROCOTT HOLYWELL' listed in 'Wales Clocks & Clockmakers by William Linnard': -'GROCOTT, Thomas. Holywell. Probate 1813. Watch and clockmaker. Longcase clocks known.'

DIMENSIONS:

The approximate MAXIMUM dimensions are:

fig 5. An antique Georgian longcase grandfather clock crafted from dark oak and mahogany with a painted dial featuring a rolling moon phase indicator.
fig 5. Antique Oak & Mahogany Rolling Moon Longcase Grandfather Clock Grocott Holywell

88 1/2 inches (225 cm) high

22 1/2 inches (57 cm) across hood

15 3/4 inches (40 cm) across the trunk

20 1/2 inches (52 cm) across base

10 5/8 inches / 27 cm deep.

As can be seen from these dimension this is a clock of lovely grand proportions.

fig 6. An antique Georgian longcase grandfather clock crafted from dark oak and mahogany with a painted dial featuring a rolling moon phase indicator.
fig 6. Antique Oak & Mahogany Rolling Moon Longcase Grandfather Clock Grocott Holywell

CONDITION:

The clock is in wonderful condition. The movement is stunningly clean and is in perfect working order having recently been professionally cleaned and serviced.

This wonderful rocking Father Time clock and would make a super addition to any home.

Date of Manufacture

N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Rolling Moon Longcase Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1107880
Dealers Internal Ref
GROCOTT HOLYWELL
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An antique Georgian longcase grandfather clock crafted from dark oak and mahogany with a painted dial featuring a rolling moon phase indicator.
Antique Oak & Mahogany Rolling Moon Longcase Grandfather Clock GROCOTT HOLYWELL
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FAQs

A rolling moon longcase clock is a tall, floor-standing pendulum clock featuring an integrated lunar phase dial above the main clock face. Popularised in the eighteenth century, the rotating moon disc visually tracks the lunar cycle alongside standard timekeeping.

Georgian longcase clock cabinets were primarily constructed from solid native woods such as oak, often veneered or crossbanded with imported mahogany, walnut, or fruitwoods. Dials were crafted from painted sheet iron or engraved brass with cast brass spandrels.

Authentic Georgian longcase clocks typically feature hand-drawn or painted dials, weight-driven movements with hand-forged iron components, and period cabinet construction details such as hand-cut dovetails, original trunk door locks, and swan-neck pediments.

Position a longcase clock as an architectural focal point in a hallway, dining room, or library to add historical texture. Pairing dark timber horological pieces with neutral wall finishes and minimalist contemporary furnishings creates an engaging visual contrast.

Maintain the timber cabinet by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying beeswax periodically to preserve the patina. Horological mechanical movements require professional lubrication and servicing every five to seven years to ensure smooth pendulum movement.
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