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18th Cent Oak Longcase Grandfather Clock

Name: 18th Cent Oak Longcase Grandfather Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1204463
Price: 650 GBP
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18th century

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Description

An elegant oak Longcase clock with wonderful proportions. It dates from the early 18th Cent and is by Edmund Grigsby from Sittingbourn, Kent.

It has a very elegant slim case, is a wonderful colour and has retained its original finish.

The good quality 8 Day five pillar movement strikes the hours on a bell. It has a smart brass dial with gilt brass spandrels, subsidiary seconds dial and a date window.

The case is in good condition overall but does have some age marks to the base.

The movement is in good working order and keeping good time.

Free local delivery and setup (60mls), national and international delivery arranged at cost.

Physical Dimensions

Height

217cm (85.43")

Width

54cm (21.26")

Depth

25cm (9.84")

Declaration

Cross Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1204463

Description

An elegant oak Longcase clock with wonderful proportions. It dates from the early 18th Cent and is by Edmund Grigsby from Sittingbourn, Kent.

It has a very elegant slim case, is a wonderful colour and has retained its original finish.

fig 1. An 18th-century oak longcase clock featuring a square brass dial with spandrels, a moulded hood, and a slender wooden trunk. — fig 1. 18th Cent Oak Longcase Grandfather Clock

The good quality 8 Day five pillar movement strikes the hours on a bell. It has a smart brass dial with gilt brass spandrels, subsidiary seconds dial and a date window.

The case is in good condition overall but does have some age marks to the base.

The movement is in good working order and keeping good time.

Free local delivery and setup (60mls), national and international delivery arranged at cost.

Physical Dimensions

Height

217cm (85.43")

Width

54cm (21.26")

Depth

25cm (9.84")

Date of Manufacture

Cross Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

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SA1204463

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A longcase clock, commonly known as a grandfather clock, is a floor-standing, weight-driven clock mechanism enclosed in a wooden case. Developed in the 17th century, 18th-century examples typically feature long seconds pendulums and cast brass or painted dials housed in native timber cases such as oak or walnut.

18th-century longcase clocks were primarily constructed using native solid hardwoods like oak, or veneered in walnut, mahogany, and fruitwood. The mechanical clock movements were fabricated from cast brass plates, iron pillars, and steel components, featuring engraved brass dial plates with cast spandrels.

Authentic 18th-century pieces display signs of hand-craftsmanship, including hand-cut joinery, square brass dials with applied corner spandrels, and original iron weights. Evidence of hand-sawing marks on the interior casing and age-appropriate patination on metal and wooden components also indicate authenticity.

A tallcase clock serves as a structural focal point in hallways, stair landings, or dining spaces. Positioning the piece against a neutral backdrop highlights its architectural silhouette, while pairing it with minimal contemporary furnishings creates a balanced contrast between historic horology and modern aesthetics.

Keep the wooden casing away from direct sunlight, radiators, and extreme fluctuations in humidity to prevent timber warping or cracking. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, and ensure the mechanical movement is serviced by a qualified horologist every five to seven years.

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