What defines a Chippendale style grandmother clock?

Chippendale style grandmother clocks combine the reduced height of a compact longcase clock with eighteenth-century cabinetmaking motifs. They typically feature swan-neck pediments, carved scrollwork, fluted quarter-columns, and brass dials housed within a mahogany casing.

What materials are traditionally used in longcase clock construction?

Longcase clocks are traditionally constructed using dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut for the outer cabinet. The clockwork mechanisms utilise cast brass gears and plates, regulated by a suspended pendulum and weight system.

How can authentic Chippendale style clocks be identified?

Authentic pieces display hand-carved decorative trim, hand-cut joinery on the case, and cast brass spandrels surrounding the dial face. Examination of the mechanical movement and weight system often reveals original horological markings and hand-finished brass components.

How can a mahogany grandmother clock be styled in contemporary interiors?

A grandmother clock acts as a slender architectural accent in entryways, stair landings, or living room alcoves. Pairing the dark timber with light modern wall paint and contemporary artwork highlights the traditional craftsmanship without overwhelming the space.

How should an antique longcase clock be maintained?

Keep the casing level on an even floor surface to ensure consistent pendulum movement. Wipe the timber surfaces with a dry microfiber cloth, avoiding harsh chemicals, and arrange professional horological maintenance periodically to clean and oil the clock movement.

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Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Grandmother Clock / Miniature Longcase

Name: Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Grandmother Clock / Miniature Longcase
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1107915
Price: 2100 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by N Wilson Antiques Clocks

Description

DESCRIPTION:

This is a truly exquisite and very rare Chippendale style antique mahogany eight-day brass faced, longcase / grandmother clock, which is of the most fabulous petite proportions. This century old piece has a lovely Westminster Chimes movement. The case is also wonderful being made from mahogany which has a lovely patina and throughout the case there has been exceptional attention to detail.

If we start with the hood this has swan neck with wonderful rose pateras. The hood door is flanked by delicate reeded columns and to the rear are lovely shaped back splats. Above the hood door is stunning Chinese Chippendale blind fretwork and the top is finished with two very detailed finials. The swan necks, above the hood door and to the base of the hood has been superbly carved. The attention to detail to superb and creates the most exquisite effect.

If we then move down to the trunk this has beautifully full-length slim door which is nicely shaped to the top. The door is flanked by quarter reeded Corinthian columns. The door is complete with it's lock and key which is fully working. Above the door and to the base of the columns is further Chinese Chippendale blind fretwork, which sets it off beautifully.

The base has a lovely canted corners and a lovely circular applied carved detailing which sets it off beautifully and the clock is raised on a pretty shaped ogee bracket feet.

The eight-day movement, has an arched brass face with a silvered chapter ring marked with large Roman numerals with small Arabic numerals above. The four corners and the arch are adorned with beautiful spandrals whilst the arch incorporates a boss with 'Thos Cristie London'.

The movement is Westminster chime and chimes quarter of the tune at quarter past, half at half past and three quarters of the tune at quarter to, finally on the hour it chimes the full tune followed by the number of hours. The movement is happily ticking and chiming away. It comes complete with its winding key.

It is difficult to convey through photograph the extraordinary attention to detail in this clock.

DIMENSIONS:

The approximate dimensions are:

- 57 1/2 inches / 146 cm high

- 11 5/8 inches / 29.5 cm wide across the hood (across widest point)

- 7 1/2 inches / 19 cm wide across the trunk

- 11 5/8 inches / 29.5 cm wide across the base (across feet) and 8 1/8 inches / 20.5 cm deep

As can be seen from the above dimensions this clock is of lovely slim and petite proportions.

AGE:

The clock is circa 1900 / 1910.

CONDITION:

The clock is in lovely condition as can be seen from the photographs. The clock is in perfect working order having been recently professionally cleaned and serviced.

This is a lovely Grandmother clock, which would make a super addition to any home addition

Declaration

N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Mahogany Grandmother Longcase Clock to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1107915

Dealers Internal Reference

Chippendale Grandmother

Description

DESCRIPTION:

“

This is a truly exquisite and very rare Chippendale style antique mahogany eight-day brass faced, longcase / grandmother clock, which is of the most fabulous petite proportions.

N Wilson Antiques Clocks

This century old piece has a lovely Westminster Chimes movement. The case is also wonderful being made from mahogany which has a lovely patina and throughout the case there has been exceptional attention to detail.

fig 1. An antique mahogany grandmother clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, carved scrollwork details, fluted columns, and an ornate brass dial with Roman numerals. — fig 1. Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Grandmother Clock / Miniature Longcase

If we start with the hood this has swan neck with wonderful rose pateras. The hood door is flanked by delicate reeded columns and to the rear are lovely shaped back splats. Above the hood door is stunning Chinese Chippendale blind fretwork and the top is finished with two very detailed finials. The swan necks, above the hood door and to the base of the hood has been superbly carved. The attention to detail to superb and creates the most exquisite effect.

fig 2. An antique mahogany grandmother clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, carved scrollwork details, fluted columns, and an ornate brass dial with Roman numerals. — fig 2. Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Grandmother Clock / Miniature Longcase

If we then move down to the trunk this has beautifully full-length slim door which is nicely shaped to the top. The door is flanked by quarter reeded Corinthian columns. The door is complete with it's lock and key which is fully working. Above the door and to the base of the columns is further Chinese Chippendale blind fretwork, which sets it off beautifully.

fig 3. An antique mahogany grandmother clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, carved scrollwork details, fluted columns, and an ornate brass dial with Roman numerals. — fig 3. Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Grandmother Clock / Miniature Longcase

The base has a lovely canted corners and a lovely circular applied carved detailing which sets it off beautifully and the clock is raised on a pretty shaped ogee bracket feet.

The eight-day movement, has an arched brass face with a silvered chapter ring marked with large Roman numerals with small Arabic numerals above. The four corners and the arch are adorned with beautiful spandrals whilst the arch incorporates a boss with 'Thos Cristie London'.

fig 4. An antique mahogany grandmother clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, carved scrollwork details, fluted columns, and an ornate brass dial with Roman numerals. — fig 4. Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Grandmother Clock / Miniature Longcase

The movement is Westminster chime and chimes quarter of the tune at quarter past, half at half past and three quarters of the tune at quarter to, finally on the hour it chimes the full tune followed by the number of hours. The movement is happily ticking and chiming away. It comes complete with its winding key.

fig 5. An antique mahogany grandmother clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, carved scrollwork details, fluted columns, and an ornate brass dial with Roman numerals. — fig 5. Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Grandmother Clock / Miniature Longcase

It is difficult to convey through photograph the extraordinary attention to detail in this clock.

DIMENSIONS:

The approximate dimensions are:

57 1/2 inches / 146 cm high

11 5/8 inches / 29.5 cm wide across the hood (across widest point)

fig 6. An antique mahogany grandmother clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, carved scrollwork details, fluted columns, and an ornate brass dial with Roman numerals. — fig 6. Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Grandmother Clock / Miniature Longcase

7 1/2 inches / 19 cm wide across the trunk

11 5/8 inches / 29.5 cm wide across the base (across feet) and 8 1/8 inches / 20.5 cm deep

As can be seen from the above dimensions this clock is of lovely slim and petite proportions.

fig 7. An antique mahogany grandmother clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, carved scrollwork details, fluted columns, and an ornate brass dial with Roman numerals. — fig 7. Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style Grandmother Clock / Miniature Longcase

AGE:

The clock is circa 1900 / 1910.

CONDITION:

The clock is in lovely condition as can be seen from the photographs. The clock is in perfect working order having been recently professionally cleaned and serviced.

This is a lovely Grandmother clock, which would make a super addition to any home addition

Date of Manufacture

N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Mahogany Grandmother Longcase Clock to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1107915

Dealers Internal Ref

Chippendale Grandmother

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