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Fine Georgian Mahogany Round Dial Longcase Clock 'Benjamin Peers, Chester'
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Fine Georgian Mahogany Round Dial Longcase Clock 'Benjamin Peers, Chester'

18th century
Description

A lovely example of quality georgian mahogany longcase clock, with swan neck pediment hoodincorporating dentil moulding on the sweeps, reeded columns withfine brass columns flanking raised moulded door. The round enamel dial well painted with floral motif to centre signed 'b peers, chester' (recorded in loomes as working in the area 1773-84). 8 day movement serviced and running in the showroom.

The case with long shaped door flanked by reeded quarter columns, central inlaid shell motif and brass escutcheon. Cantered ogee moulding with inlaid base, stood on ogee bracket feet, bought as seen condition. An elegant well proportioned clock with good use of quality timbers, nice and unusual to see an oval dial on an english clock. Bought privately.

Dimensions:

226cm tall

61cm wide

25cm deep

Physical Dimensions
Height
226cm (88.98")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

Abersoch Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1165195
Dealers Internal Reference
chester clock
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Clocks can be delivered including set up upon request.

Goods bought & sold, part exchange considered.

Description
A lovely example of quality georgian mahogany longcase clock, with swan neck pediment hoodincorporating dentil moulding on the sweeps, reeded columns withfine brass columns flanking raised moulded door.
The round enamel dial well painted with floral motif to centre signed 'b peers, chester' (recorded in loomes as working in the area 1773-84).
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8 day movement serviced and running in the showroom.

fig 1. A Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, a round painted dial with Roman numerals, reeded columns, and central oval inlay on the trunk door.
fig 1. Fine Georgian Mahogany Round Dial Longcase Clock 'Benjamin Peers, Chester'

The case with long shaped door flanked by reeded quarter columns, central inlaid shell motif and brass escutcheon. Cantered ogee moulding with inlaid base, stood on ogee bracket feet, bought as seen condition. An elegant well proportioned clock with good use of quality timbers, nice and unusual to see an oval dial on an english clock. Bought privately.

Dimensions:

226cm tall

61cm wide

25cm deep

Height
226cm (88.98")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

Abersoch Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1165195
Dealers Internal Ref
chester clock
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Archive I A Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, a round painted dial with Roman numerals, reeded columns, and central oval inlay on the trunk door.

FINE GEORGIAN MAHOGANY ROUND DIAL LONGCASE CLOCK 'BENJAMIN PEERS, CHESTER'

Archive II A Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, a round painted dial with Roman numerals, reeded columns, and central oval inlay on the trunk door. View II
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Archive V A Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, a round painted dial with Roman numerals, reeded columns, and central oval inlay on the trunk door. View V
Archive VI A Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, a round painted dial with Roman numerals, reeded columns, and central oval inlay on the trunk door. View VI
Archive VII A Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, a round painted dial with Roman numerals, reeded columns, and central oval inlay on the trunk door. View VII
Archive VIII A Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, a round painted dial with Roman numerals, reeded columns, and central oval inlay on the trunk door. View VIII
Archive IX A Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, a round painted dial with Roman numerals, reeded columns, and central oval inlay on the trunk door. View IX
Archive X A Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, a round painted dial with Roman numerals, reeded columns, and central oval inlay on the trunk door. View X
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A Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, a round painted dial with Roman numerals, reeded columns, and central oval inlay on the trunk door.
FINE GEORGIAN MAHOGANY ROUND DIAL LONGCASE CLOCK 'BENJAMIN PEERS, CHESTER'
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A Georgian mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, a round painted dial with Roman numerals, reeded columns, and central oval inlay on the trunk door.
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A Georgian longcase clock, commonly known as a grandfather clock, is a tall, free-standing weight-driven pendulum clock crafted during the reign of the Georgian monarchs in Britain between 1714 and 1830.

These clocks typically feature cases constructed from solid mahogany, oak, or walnut, often enhanced with flame mahogany veneers, satinwood inlays, brass mountings, and hand-painted or brass dials.

Authentic examples feature hand-cut joinery, original weight-driven movement mechanisms, hand-engraved or painted dials often signed by regional clockmakers, and age-appropriate wear to the timber and movement components.

Position the clock as an architectural focal point in a hallway, dining room, or study, pairing its warm mahogany tones against contemporary neutral wall colours to bridge traditional craftsmanship with modern design.

Maintain a stable indoor humidity level, dust the case regularly with a soft dry cloth, apply natural beeswax sparingly to the wood, and ensure the movement is serviced by a professional horologist every five to seven years.
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