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Rare Unusual Antique Edwardian Musical Quality Inlaid Marquetry Grandmother Clock
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Rare Unusual Antique Edwardian Musical Quality Inlaid Marquetry Grandmother Clock

1900 - 1920
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Rare unusual antique Edwardian musical quality inlaid marquetry grandmother clock having an outstanding quality inlaid marquetry case with a shaped inlaid marquetry hood and barley twist columns, the long door having inlaid marquetry scrolls, flowers and leaves in ebony and satinwood, standing on a plinth base. Having a square brass dial, the original hands, 8 day musical chiming movement, chiming every quarter of the hour and striking on the hour with the original weights, pendulum and winding key.

Physical Dimensions
Height
156cm (61.42")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Inlaid Marquetry Grandmother Clock to the 1900s.

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SA1215854
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1384
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Rare unusual antique Edwardian musical quality inlaid marquetry grandmother clock having an outstanding quality inlaid marquetry case with a shaped inlaid marquetry hood and barley twist columns, the long door having inlaid marquetry scrolls, flowers and leaves in ebony and satinwood, standing on a plinth base.
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Having a square brass dial, the original hands, 8 day musical chiming movement, chiming every quarter of the hour and striking on the hour with the original weights, pendulum and winding key.
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Height
156cm (61.42")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Inlaid Marquetry Grandmother Clock to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1215854
Dealers Internal Ref
1384
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021
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An Edwardian wooden grandmother clock featuring intricate floral marquetry inlays, barley twist hood columns, and a square brass dial.
Rare unusual antique Edwardian musical quality inlaid marquetry grandmother clock
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An Edwardian wooden grandmother clock featuring intricate floral marquetry inlays, barley twist hood columns, and a square brass dial.
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  • ObjectClocks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Walnut, Satinwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsMarquetry scrollwork, Barley twist columns, Brass square dial, Arch hood
  • SizeH 156 cm (61 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

This Edwardian grandmother clock is an upright timepiece presented in warm brown mahogany, walnut and satinwood with intricate ebony and satinwood marquetry scrollwork, flowers and leaves. The case incorporates a shaped hood with an arched top, barley twist columns flanking a square brass dial, a long door with elaborate floral inlay, and a plinth base. Original elements include the hands, weights, pendulum and winding key, while visible construction details comprise brass dials, glazed dial apertures, and detailed wood turning and stringing. The clock measures 156 cm high, 38 cm wide and 26 cm deep. Suitable for placement in an empty corner of a hallway, landing or living room, this timepiece brings traditional English Country House character to domestic interiors. The vertical proportions allow it to fit neatly into narrower wall spaces while offering an ornamental focal point with functional timekeeping and musical chiming properties. Regular placement requires a stable floor surface to support the pendulum and weights.

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A grandmother clock is a slim, floor-standing longcase clock designed on a smaller scale than a traditional grandfather clock, typically measuring under six feet in height. Popularised during the early 20th century in the Edwardian era, these timepieces features detailed wooden cabinetry and mechanical movements suitable for compact domestic interiors.

These clocks were typically constructed from hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut, embellished with intricate marquetry inlays using woods like satinwood, boxwood, and rosewood. The clock faces often feature brass dials, silvered chapter rings, and spandrel embellishments.

Authentic Edwardian examples feature classical design elements including urns, floral scrollwork marquetry, and clean architectural proportions such as twisted columns. Inspecting timber patination, movement construction, and hand-cut marquetry joints helps establish genuine period manufacture.

An antique floor clock functions well as a focal accent in a hallway, dining room alcove, or drawing room corner. Positioning dark inlaid timber against neutral, light walls highlights the wood contrast and brings historical character to modern spaces.

Position the clock away from direct sunlight and central heating radiators to prevent timber shrinkage and veneer lifting. Regular dusting with a soft cloth and occasional application of high-quality beeswax protects the wood finish and preserves the detailed marquetry.
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