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17th Century Marquetry Longcase Clock by John Clowns London

Name: 17th Century Marquetry Longcase Clock by John Clowns London
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1192391
Price: 12500 GBP
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17th century

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17th century marquetry Longcase clock ,by John Clowns, Russell Street Covent garden.

A most original clock, with little sign of previous restoration.

the clock has a wonderful rich colour and is in working order with brass pendulum and weights

secondary measurements are of the trunk ,I've done this to give an idea of the proportions

The clock is of 8 day duration, with outside count wheel ,. The dial is 28cm square = 11in

Physical Dimensions

Height

200cm (78.74")

Width

28cm (11.02")

Depth

18cm (7.09")

Declaration

Booths has dated this Marquetry Longcase Clock to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1192391

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mc3

Description

17th century marquetry Longcase clock ,by John Clowns, Russell Street Covent garden.

A most original clock, with little sign of previous restoration.

the clock has a wonderful rich colour and is in working order with brass pendulum and weights

secondary measurements are of the trunk ,I've done this to give an idea of the proportions

The clock is of 8 day duration, with outside count wheel ,. The dial is 28cm square = 11in

Physical Dimensions

Height

200cm (78.74")

Width

28cm (11.02")

Depth

18cm (7.09")

Date of Manufacture

Booths has dated this Marquetry Longcase Clock to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1192391

Dealers Internal Ref

mc3

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A 17th-century marquetry longcase clock is a tall, weight-driven pendulum clock housed in a wooden cabinet decorated with intricate floral or seaweed wood inlays, prominent during the William and Mary era in England.

These timepieces were typically constructed with oak carcasses veneered in walnut, olivewood, or fruitwood marquetry, featuring square brass dials, cast brass spandrels, and glass lenticles on the trunk door.

Authentic pieces from this period generally feature square brass dials measuring 10 to 11 inches, latching movements, fine floral or arabesque marquetry, barley twist columns flanking the hood, and early flat-topped pediments.

A longcase clock serves as an architectural anchor in formal entryways, hallways, or reception rooms, where its dark timber and detailed woodwork contrast against neutral, modern wall finishes.

The wooden case requires controlled humidity to prevent veneer lifting, routine light dusting, and application of natural beeswax paste polish, while the mechanical movement should be serviced by a specialist horologist every five to seven years.

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