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John Addison, Guildford Regulator Longcase Grandfather Clock

Name: John Addison, Guildford Regulator Longcase Grandfather Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1170716
Price: 2600 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Sold 17 December 2025 · Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

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Description

A small proportioned Regency mahogany regulator longcase clock. A slim case with an arched pediment surmounted by 3 gilded ball finials. Choice flame mahogany case veneers. Ebonised line inlays to the hood with fluted small side mouldings. A re-entrant base panel moulding as often seen on London area cases. A convex glass to the cast brass bezel. A circular painted dial with blued steel hands. A seconds dial and signed 'John Addison Guildford'. A fine quality, precision, 8-day duration mechanism striking the hours on a bell. It has a dead-beat escapement with maintaining power. Brass cased weights and a very heavy pendulum bob with a wooden rod as seen on most regulators. Circa 1825.

John Addison of Guildford is recorded in Baillies' 'Watchmakers and Clockmakers of The World' book as working in the early 19th century.

Height 6ft 10"/ 209cms Width (at widest point of hood) 16" / 42cms Depth 8" / 20cms.

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique grandfather longcase clock that is serviced with 12 months guarantee. Please phone 01179565281 to order. We can send you a detailed Whatsapp video. We personally set up and deliver to the UK, please contact us for a quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild.

Physical Dimensions

Height

209cm (82.28")

Width

42cm (16.54")

Depth

20cm (7.87")

Declaration

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Antique Grandfather Clock to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers

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SA1170716

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John Addison of Guildford is recorded in Baillies' 'Watchmakers and Clockmakers of The World' book as working in the early 19th century.

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd

fig 1. An antique mahogany longcase grandfather clock featuring a white painted dial with Roman numerals and brass finials on the arched hood. — fig 1. John Addison, Guildford Regulator Longcase Grandfather Clock

Height 6ft 10"/ 209cms Width (at widest point of hood) 16" / 42cms Depth 8" / 20cms.

From Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd you can expect a genuine antique grandfather longcase clock that is serviced with 12 months guarantee. Please phone 01179565281 to order. We can send you a detailed Whatsapp video. We personally set up and deliver to the UK, please contact us for a quote. We are members of The British Watchmakers and Clockmakers Guild.

Physical Dimensions

Height

209cm (82.28")

Width

42cm (16.54")

Depth

20cm (7.87")

Date of Manufacture

Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd has dated this Antique Grandfather Clock to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1170716

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Longcase clocks, commonly known as grandfather clocks, originated in Britain following the introduction of the anchor escapement in the late 17th century, allowing for longer pendulums and heavier weights enclosed within a protective wooden case.

These clocks are traditionally constructed from solid hardwoods and veneers such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, featuring hand-painted or brass dials, brass movements, and pegged or dovetailed joints in the casework.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the movement for signs of hand-tooling and wear, examining the timber for age-related patination and shrinkage, and checking the dial for maker signatures and original matching components.

A grandfather clock serves as a strong architectural anchor in a contemporary space; position it against a neutral wall in a hallway or living area to let its traditional timber tones and vertical presence stand out without clutter.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight, central heating vents, and damp areas to protect the wood and internal mechanics, and have the mechanical movement professionally serviced every few years.

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