Georgian Style Smart Light Mahogany Westminster Chiming Grandmother or Small Grandfather Longcase Clock.

The 8 Day Enfield of London Movement Plays Mellow & Pleasing Westminster Chimes on Each Quarter. Increasing in length through the Hour. Additionally, it Strikes the Number of Hours on the O'clock.

It has been Checked, Serviced & Tested to be in Good & Full Working Order.

The Case is Made From Solid Mahogany and is in Very Good Clean Condition but with Minor Signs of Use Upon Close Inspection. In Keeping With it's Age.

Height 74.75in or 190.50cm

Please contact Robert via Messaging or on 07899 058752 to Discuss.

Viewing and Collection Welcome by Appointment (J 14-15 of the M1).

For Delivery Options, Please Supply Your Postcode. Most UK Mainland Areas and Whenever possible Delivery will be done by Robert and in which case Set Up can be Included. Highland & Island will incur Extra Costs or Courier Services at Cost will be Offered.

Physical Dimensions

Height

190.5cm (75.00")

Width

48cm (18.90")

Depth

32.5cm (12.80")

Declaration

Heydays Antiques has dated this Mahogany Grandmother Longcase Clock to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1175828

Dealers Internal Reference

Be01HAF128

Description

Georgian Style Smart Light Mahogany Westminster Chiming Grandmother or Small Grandfather Longcase Clock.

The 8 Day Enfield of London Movement Plays Mellow & Pleasing Westminster Chimes on Each Quarter. Increasing in length through the Hour. Additionally, it Strikes the Number of Hours on the O'clock.

fig 1. A slim mahogany grandmother longcase clock with a carved top frieze, brass Roman numeral dial, and an arched waist door. — fig 1. Quarter Chiming Musical Grandmother Longcase Clock

It has been Checked, Serviced & Tested to be in Good & Full Working Order.

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The Case is Made From Solid Mahogany and is in Very Good Clean Condition but with Minor Signs of Use Upon Close Inspection.

Heydays Antiques

In Keeping With it's Age.

fig 2. A slim mahogany grandmother longcase clock with a carved top frieze, brass Roman numeral dial, and an arched waist door. — fig 2. Quarter Chiming Musical Grandmother Longcase Clock

Height 74.75in or 190.50cm

Please contact Robert via Messaging or on 07899 058752 to Discuss.

Viewing and Collection Welcome by Appointment (J 14-15 of the M1).

For Delivery Options, Please Supply Your Postcode. Most UK Mainland Areas and Whenever possible Delivery will be done by Robert and in which case Set Up can be Included. Highland & Island will incur Extra Costs or Courier Services at Cost will be Offered.

Physical Dimensions

Height

190.5cm (75.00")

Width

48cm (18.90")

Depth

32.5cm (12.80")

Date of Manufacture

Heydays Antiques has dated this Mahogany Grandmother Longcase Clock to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1175828

Dealers Internal Ref

Be01HAF128

About the Dealer

Heydays Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2012

Specialising in personal attention for 17/18/19th c traditional longcase clocks & early 20th c triple weight quarter chiming musical clocks

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A grandmother clock is a scaled-down version of a traditional grandfather clock, typically standing under six feet tall with slimmer cabinet proportions. While grandfather clocks generally exceed six feet in height and feature larger cases, grandmother clocks were designed to fit smaller rooms and lower ceilings while retaining similar pendulum-driven mechanisms.

Longcase clock cabinets are traditionally constructed from hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, walnut, or fruitwood, often featuring decorative wood veneers. The internal clockwork mechanisms are built using cast brass plates and gears, steel arbors, iron weights, and lead pendulum bobs, complemented by brass and silvered dial plates.

Authentic period longcase clocks feature hand-joined cabinetry with mortise-and-tenon or dovetail joints, hand-engraved or spandrel-decorated brass dials, and authentic weight-driven mechanical movements. Examining the winding holes, cast dial corner spandrels, movement pillar shapes, and wood patination inside the trunk door helps verify period origins.

A grandmother clock serves as a focal point when placed against a feature wall in a hallway, entryway, or study. Pairing dark wood cases with neutral wall tones or minimalist contemporary furniture creates a balanced contrast between traditional craftsmanship and modern design.

Floor clocks require a completely level surface to ensure the pendulum swings smoothly without friction against the case sides. Regular mechanical servicing by a qualified horologist every five to seven years, along with gentle dusting and keeping the case clear of direct heat sources, preserves both the movement and timber.

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