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Antique Burr Walnut Elliott Grandmother Clock Playing on Five Tubes Musical, Retailed by John Bagshaw & Sons Liverpool.
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Antique Burr Walnut Elliott Grandmother Clock Playing on Five Tubes Musical, Retailed by John Bagshaw & Sons Liverpool.

1940 - 1960
Sold 17 February 2026 · N Wilson Antiques Clocks
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Antique Burr Walnut Elliott Grandmother Clock Playing On Five Tubes Musical, Retailed by JOHN BAGSHAW & SONS LIVERPOOL.

This lovely musical grandmother clock has a wonderful walnut case with a rich colour and beautiful burr walnut panels. The hood of the case is shaped to the top with two beautiful brass finials as well as fretwork panels to the sides and a moulding to the bottom. The trunk of the case is then slender with a lovely burr walnut panels to the door. Finally the base has a stunning burr walnut panels to the front and moulding to the top and bottom. As well as four “Bun” feet. Both the hood and trunk door have their working locks and keys.

The dial is then brass with a silvered chapter ring set out in black Roman numerals. The centre of the dial is then wonderfully engraved as well as each corner having maidens head spandrils. The dial is then signed to the centre by the retailer “JOHN BAGSHAW & SONS LIVERPOOL” as well as being signed by the maker “AN Elliott CLOCK”. The dial is also signed “MADE IN ENGLAND”. Finally the dial is finished by two lovely shaped hands.

The movement is then wound from the front. It ticks and chimes as it should and is very unusual and it is a triple weighted example that chimes Westminster chimes via 5 tubular bells to give a fantastic sound. The clock chimes a quarter of the tune on the quarter past, half on the half past, three quarters on the quarter to and the full tune on the hour as well as the number of hours. The clock is complete and in full working order.

The clock is listed for collection in person although a courier can be arranged for UK buyers so please get in touch!

It measures approximately:

- 70” / 178cm Tall.

- 13” / 33cm Wide.

- 8.75” / 22.25cm Deep.

Declaration

N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Burr Walnut Grandmother Clock to the 1950s.

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SA1161969
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Antique Burr Walnut Elliott Grandmother Clock Playing On Five Tubes Musical, Retailed by JOHN BAGSHAW & SONS LIVERPOOL.
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This lovely musical grandmother clock has a wonderful walnut case with a rich colour and beautiful burr walnut panels.
N Wilson Antiques Clocks

The hood of the case is shaped to the top with two beautiful brass finials as well as fretwork panels to the sides and a moulding to the bottom. The trunk of the case is then slender with a lovely burr walnut panels to the door. Finally the base has a stunning burr walnut panels to the front and moulding to the top and bottom. As well as four “Bun” feet. Both the hood and trunk door have their working locks and keys.

fig 1. An upright grandmother clock featuring a burr walnut wood case, a brass dial face, and decorative finials on top.
fig 1. Antique Burr Walnut Elliott Grandmother Clock Playing on Five Tubes Musical, Retailed by John Bagshaw & Sons Liverpool.

The dial is then brass with a silvered chapter ring set out in black Roman numerals. The centre of the dial is then wonderfully engraved as well as each corner having maidens head spandrils. The dial is then signed to the centre by the retailer “JOHN BAGSHAW & SONS LIVERPOOL” as well as being signed by the maker “AN Elliott CLOCK”. The dial is also signed “MADE IN ENGLAND”. Finally the dial is finished by two lovely shaped hands.

fig 2. An upright grandmother clock featuring a burr walnut wood case, a brass dial face, and decorative finials on top.
fig 2. Antique Burr Walnut Elliott Grandmother Clock Playing on Five Tubes Musical, Retailed by John Bagshaw & Sons Liverpool.

The movement is then wound from the front. It ticks and chimes as it should and is very unusual and it is a triple weighted example that chimes Westminster chimes via 5 tubular bells to give a fantastic sound. The clock chimes a quarter of the tune on the quarter past, half on the half past, three quarters on the quarter to and the full tune on the hour as well as the number of hours. The clock is complete and in full working order.

The clock is listed for collection in person although a courier can be arranged for UK buyers so please get in touch!

It measures approximately:

70” / 178cm Tall.

13” / 33cm Wide.

8.75” / 22.25cm Deep.

Date of Manufacture

N Wilson Antiques Clocks has dated this Burr Walnut Grandmother Clock to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161969
N Wilson Antiques Clocks
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2021
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the N Wilson Antiques Clocks Profile Page

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An upright grandmother clock featuring a burr walnut wood case, a brass dial face, and decorative finials on top.
Antique Burr Walnut Elliott Grandmother Clock Playing On Five Tubes Musical, Retailed by JOHN BAGSHAW & SONS LIVERPOOL.
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An upright grandmother clock featuring a burr walnut wood case, a brass dial face, and decorative finials on top.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectClocks
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleTraditional
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Brass, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass dial face, Burr walnut veneer, Decorative finials, Glass viewing door

FAQs

Grandmother clocks emerged as smaller, more slender versions of traditional grandfather clocks, typically manufactured during the early to mid-20th century to fit more modest ceiling heights and room proportions.

These clocks are generally constructed using solid secondary woods veneered with decorative timbers such as burr walnut or mahogany, housing mechanical brass spring-driven or weight-driven movements.

Authentication involves examining the dial signature, movement maker marks, cabinet joinery, and the natural patination and grain of the wood veneer to ensure period-correct manufacturing techniques.

Positioning a vertical timepiece against a neutral wall in a hallway or living space draws the eye upward, adding architectural interest and traditional contrast to clean-lined modern decor.

Maintain a stable indoor climate away from direct sunlight and heat sources, clean the wooden surfaces with a soft, dry cloth, and have the mechanical movement professionally serviced every few years.
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