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Early 19th Cent Moon Dial Longcase Grandfather Clock
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Early 19th Cent Moon Dial Longcase Grandfather Clock

19th century
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Description

A lovely quality Longcase clock by Samuel Collins or Thornbury, Glos.

The case is in mahogany with boxwood inlay and some beautiful flame mahogany panels.

The good quality 8 day movement strikes the hours on a bell and has a beautiful engraved silvered dial. The dial arch displays the phases of the moon and is inscribed " high water at Bristol dock"

The case is in excellent condition and is a good colour.

The movement and dial are also in excellent condition and with all functions working. The movement has recently been serviced and should be good for many years trouble free operation.

Free local delivery and setup (50mls), national and international delivery arranged at cost.

Physical Dimensions
Height
219cm (86.22")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

Cross Antiques has dated this Mahogany Moon Phase Longcase Clock to the 19th Century.

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SA1232638
Description
A lovely quality Longcase clock by Samuel Collins or Thornbury, Glos.

The case is in mahogany with boxwood inlay and some beautiful flame mahogany panels.

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The good quality 8 day movement strikes the hours on a bell and has a beautiful engraved silvered dial.
Cross Antiques

The dial arch displays the phases of the moon and is inscribed " high water at Bristol dock"

fig 1. An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door.
fig 1. Early 19th Cent Moon Dial Longcase Grandfather Clock

The case is in excellent condition and is a good colour.

The movement and dial are also in excellent condition and with all functions working. The movement has recently been serviced and should be good for many years trouble free operation.

Free local delivery and setup (50mls), national and international delivery arranged at cost.

Height
219cm (86.22")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

Cross Antiques has dated this Mahogany Moon Phase Longcase Clock to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1232638
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Archive I An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door.

Early 19th Cent Moon Dial Longcase Grandfather Clock

Archive II An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door. View II
Archive III An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door. View III
Archive IV An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door. View IV
Archive V An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door. View V
Archive VI An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door. View VI
Archive VII An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door. View VII
Archive VIII An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door. View VIII
Archive IX An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door. View IX
Archive X An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door. View X
Archive XI An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door. View XI
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An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door.
Early 19th Cent Moon Dial Longcase Grandfather Clock
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An early nineteenth-century flame mahogany longcase clock featuring a swan-neck pediment, brass dial with a painted moon phase arch, and oval stringing on the trunk door.
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A moon phase longcase clock is a tall, free-standing, weight-driven pendulum clock featuring an aperture or revolving disk in the arch above the main dial that tracks the 29.5-day lunar cycle. Popularised during the 18th and early 19th centuries, these horological instruments allowed owners to anticipate bright moonlight for night travel.

Cases from this period were predominantly crafted from solid wood and veneers such as flame mahogany, oak, or walnut, often detailed with boxwood or satinwood stringing. The internal clockwork mechanisms were constructed using brass plates, steel pinions, and cast iron weights.

Authentic examples typically display hand-engraved silvered brass or painted iron dials, original movement mounting board marks, and hand-cut dovetail joints on the wooden case. Key design elements of the era include swan-neck pediments, reeded quarter-columns, and fine flame mahogany veneers.

Position the clock as a focal piece in a hallway, entryway, or dining space alongside neutral decor to highlight the warm mahogany wood tones. Pairing the historic piece with clean architectural lines creates a balanced contrast between traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design.

Keep the clock case away from direct sunlight, radiators, and areas with fluctuating humidity to prevent the timber from warping or splitting. Clean the wooden surface with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually, while ensuring the mechanical movement is serviced by a professional horologist every five to seven years.
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