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James Coster of Henley Oak Longcase Clock
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James Coster of Henley Oak Longcase Clock

18th century
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Discover the timeless elegance of this James Coster Oak Longcase Clock, a beautifully proportioned clock that embodies classic craftsmanship. The plain oak case is both understated and refined, featuring a break-arched hood, long trunk door, and reeded columns with intricate brass capitals and bases.

The 12-inch break-arched painted dial showcases an early design with exquisite gilt detailing on raised gesso in the arch and corners, complemented by subsidiary seconds and calendar dials. The original blued steel hands feature a delicate diamond pattern, adding to the charm and authenticity of this remarkable timepiece.

Beneath the elegant exterior lies an 8-day, weight-driven movement, skillfully designed to strike the hours on a bell via a rack and snail striking system with precision and grace. A harmonious blend of form and function, this longcase clock is a testament to James Coster’s legacy and craftsmanship.

Perfect for collectors or as a distinguished centrepiece, this clock combines historical value with enduring beauty.

Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years.

Height: 80 ½” or 204 cm

CIRCA. 1785

Provenance: Private collection, UK

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204cm (80.32")
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The Antique Clock Co. has dated this Antique Oak Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

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Discover the timeless elegance of this James Coster Oak Longcase Clock, a beautifully proportioned clock that embodies classic craftsmanship.
The plain oak case is both understated and refined, featuring a break-arched hood, long trunk door, and reeded columns with intricate brass capitals and bases.
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fig 1. An antique oak longcase clock featuring a rounded arched hood, a white painted dial with Roman numerals, and a tall slender trunk set on a plinth base.
fig 1. James Coster of Henley Oak Longcase Clock

The 12-inch break-arched painted dial showcases an early design with exquisite gilt detailing on raised gesso in the arch and corners, complemented by subsidiary seconds and calendar dials. The original blued steel hands feature a delicate diamond pattern, adding to the charm and authenticity of this remarkable timepiece.

fig 2. An antique oak longcase clock featuring a rounded arched hood, a white painted dial with Roman numerals, and a tall slender trunk set on a plinth base.
fig 2. James Coster of Henley Oak Longcase Clock

Beneath the elegant exterior lies an 8-day, weight-driven movement, skillfully designed to strike the hours on a bell via a rack and snail striking system with precision and grace. A harmonious blend of form and function, this longcase clock is a testament to James Coster’s legacy and craftsmanship.

Perfect for collectors or as a distinguished centrepiece, this clock combines historical value with enduring beauty.

Serviced and guaranteed for 3 years.

Height: 80 ½” or 204 cm

CIRCA. 1785

Provenance: Private collection, UK

Would you like to view this clock in your own home?

Contact us to arrange a viewing with our Homeview service.

(T&C’s apply.)

Height
204cm (80.32")
Date of Manufacture

The Antique Clock Co. has dated this Antique Oak Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1108522
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An antique oak longcase clock featuring a rounded arched hood, a white painted dial with Roman numerals, and a tall slender trunk set on a plinth base.
JAMES COSTER OF HENLEY OAK LONGCASE CLOCK
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An antique oak longcase clock featuring a rounded arched hood, a white painted dial with Roman numerals, and a tall slender trunk set on a plinth base.
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A longcase clock, also known as a grandfather clock, is a tall, floor-standing timepiece driven by a pendulum and weights housed within a protective timber enclosure.

Longcase clock cabinets were typically built from solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, housing brass dial components, painted iron faces, and cast iron weights.

Authentic Georgian longcase clocks feature hand-carved joinery, original mechanical movements, painted or engraved dial faces bearing the maker signature, and period-correct timber patination.

Position the clock as a focal architectural piece in a hallway, dining area, or study, contrasting warm timber tones against modern neutral wall colours and minimalist accent decor.

Keep the clock in a stable environment with consistent humidity, dust the wooden casing with a soft cloth, and have the mechanical movement cleaned and oiled by a horologist every five to seven years.
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