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Beautiful London Mahogany Longcase Clock by Benjamin Taylor C1770
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Beautiful London Mahogany Longcase Clock by Benjamin Taylor C1770

18th century
Description

A Fine London 8 day antique "Strike/Silent" Mahogany Longcase Grandfather clock

Made by the renowned clock maker Benjamin Taylor of London

Figured Mahogany case in good original condition, dating to circa 1760-80.

The clock with its original Brass & Silvered dial with working seconds and calendar dials.

Striking the hours on a bell, subsidiary strike silent dial to the arch to silence the bell strike on demand

5 pillar rack and snail strike, recoil escapement movement in excellent condition

Stunning long figured Mahogany door with lock and key

Brass piping to the hood and case pillars. hood door with lock and key

Beautiful original brass coated weights

A nice compact size, not too overbearing

Height - 88 inches, Width at base plinth - 21 inches

Fully cleaned and serviced, and in full working order.

Full receipt issued, free 12 month guarantee*

More photo's and information on request

Overall excellent with only minor marks commensurate with age

Free Mainland uk delivery and set up

Worldwide door to door shipping available, please email your address for a delivery/shipping quote

(* terms apply, email for details)

Physical Dimensions
Height
224cm (88.19")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

S J Bean Clocks & Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1224895
Dealers Internal Reference
Benj Taylor lc
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SJ Bean Fine English Clocks & Antiques - Free UK mainland delivery

SJ Bean Clocks has evolved from a clock repair and dial restoration service, to supplying customers from all over the world with quality clocks and Antiques. Selling to Australia, Asia, USA, Europe and of course here in the UK, with many repeat customers. Clocks and antiques of all styles and to suit all budgets, private sourcing of items for customers, and a penchant for the unusual. I don't buy anything I wouldn't put in my own home, so I hope you'll be happy to put it in yours. Happy to answer questions by email, whatsapp, text or call. Free delivery to uk mainland, all other areas email your address for a quote. My terms and conditions can be found on my website www.sjbeanclocks.co.uk

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Description
A Fine London 8 day antique "Strike/Silent" Mahogany Longcase Grandfather clock

Made by the renowned clock maker Benjamin Taylor of London

Figured Mahogany case in good original condition, dating to circa 1760-80.

fig 1. A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain.
fig 1. Beautiful London Mahogany Longcase Clock by Benjamin Taylor C1770

The clock with its original Brass & Silvered dial with working seconds and calendar dials.

Striking the hours on a bell, subsidiary strike silent dial to the arch to silence the bell strike on demand.
S J Bean Clocks & Antiques

5 pillar rack and snail strike, recoil escapement movement in excellent condition

fig 2. A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain.
fig 2. Beautiful London Mahogany Longcase Clock by Benjamin Taylor C1770

Stunning long figured Mahogany door with lock and key

Brass piping to the hood and case pillars. hood door with lock and key

Beautiful original brass coated weights

A nice compact size, not too overbearing

fig 3. A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain.
fig 3. Beautiful London Mahogany Longcase Clock by Benjamin Taylor C1770

Height - 88 inches, Width at base plinth - 21 inches

Fully cleaned and serviced, and in full working order.

Full receipt issued, free 12 month guarantee*

More photo's and information on request

Overall excellent with only minor marks commensurate with age

Free Mainland uk delivery and set up

Worldwide door to door shipping available, please email your address for a delivery/shipping quote

(* terms apply, email for details)

Height
224cm (88.19")
Width
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

S J Bean Clocks & Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1224895
Dealers Internal Ref
Benj Taylor lc
S J Bean Clocks & Antiques
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Archive I A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain.

Beautiful London Mahogany Longcase clock by Benjamin Taylor C1770

Archive II A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View II
Archive III A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View III
Archive IV A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View IV
Archive V A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View V
Archive VI A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View VI
Archive VII A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View VII
Archive VIII A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View VIII
Archive IX A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View IX
Archive X A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View X
Archive XI A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View XI
Archive XII A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View XII
Archive XIII A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain. View XIII
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A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain.
Beautiful London Mahogany Longcase clock by Benjamin Taylor C1770
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A Georgian flame mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched hood with brass-capped fluted columns, an engraved brass dial with Roman numerals, and a trunk door showcasing rich wood grain.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

A longcase clock, commonly known as a grandfather clock, is a tall, free-standing, weight-driven pendulum clock enclosed within a wooden case, which gained significant popularity during the Georgian era in Britain.

Flame mahogany veneers, solid oak internal framing, brass dials with cast spandrels, and hand-forged iron or brass clockwork mechanisms were standard materials employed by British clockmakers around 1770.

Authentic pieces typically feature silvered brass chapter rings, engraved maker signatures on the dial face, brass-capped fluted columns, arched hood construction, and hand-cut mechanical movement components.

Position the clock as an architectural focal point in a hallway, dining room, or library, pairing its rich mahogany wood tone with neutral wall paint and minimalist contemporary decor.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight, dampness, and central heating radiators to prevent veneer movement, and ensure the mechanical movement is professionally cleaned and oiled every five to seven years.
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