Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock 18th Century

Name: Long Case Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1228678
Price: 3600 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectLongcase Clocks
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
ColourDark Red-Brown
MotifsArched brass dial, Ball and spire finials, Fluted bonnet columns, Arched waist door
SizeH 231 cm (91 in) x W 48 cm (19 in) x D 24 cm (9 in)

This Georgian longcase clock exhibits a dark red-brown mahogany case housing a brass break arch dial with a date aperture, a subsidiary seconds dial, and a strike/silent lever, signed by Naftel's of Guernsey. The hood has fluted columns, brass ball and spire finials upon a decorative cresting, and glass panels, while the waist features an arched door with a brass keyhole escutcheon above a plinth base on shaped bracket feet. Measuring 231 cm high, 48 cm wide, and 24 cm deep, the timepiece integrates into a hallway, living room, or study. The eight-day movement drives the visible dial elements, complemented by the warm grain patterns of the polished wood and bright brass hardware. Placement suits traditional domestic interiors as a focal timekeeping piece.

FAQs

Originating in the late seventeenth century following the invention of the anchor escapement, the longcase clock allowed pendulums to swing within a narrow wooden enclosure, improving timekeeping accuracy.

Georgian examples commonly feature cases constructed from solid mahogany, oak, or walnut, paired with hand-engraved brass dials, cast brass spandrels, and glass hood aperture panels.

Authenticity is indicated by hand-cut movement gears, period-appropriate joinery such as hand-dovetailed weight boxes, cast brass dial spandrels, and historical maker signatures on the dial face.

Position the clock as a focal architectural feature in an entryway, hallway, or reception room, contrasting its deep wood tones against light, neutral wall surfaces.

Position the case away from direct heat sources and sunlight, dust wood surfaces with a clean microfibre cloth, apply natural wax polish sparingly, and have the mechanical movement serviced by a professional horologist every five to seven years.

Hedley Wilson

Long Case Clock