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19th Century Longcase Clock by Charles Denham of Durham
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19th Century Longcase Clock by Charles Denham of Durham

19th century
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For sale is a nice quality 19th Century Painted Dial Longcase Clock by Charles Denham of Durham. The top of the clock has an arched hood with two finials, with a glass door enclosing the painted dial. Below this is a single door, which is nicely banded. This case is in nice condition with average wear commensurate with age and use. The clock movement is in full working order.

There is veneer lifting in the picture, since photography this has been amended.

Width: 20" Depth: 9.25" Height: 87.25"

Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Mahogany Longcase Grandfather Clock to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 04118878
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 190-225 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Painted iron dial with fine crazing: early nineteenth-century dial work.
Maker's name Charles Denham of Durham on the dial: active during this era.
Flame mahogany veneers with boxwood stringing: fine Regency cabinet work.
Classical allegorical scene in the arch: popular Regency decorative style.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
222cm (87.40")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA445554
Dealers Internal Reference
S25-333
Description
For sale is a nice quality 19th Century Painted Dial Longcase Clock by Charles Denham of Durham.
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The top of the clock has an arched hood with two finials, with a glass door enclosing the painted dial.
FB Antiques

Below this is a single door, which is nicely banded. This case is in nice condition with average wear commensurate with age and use. The clock movement is in full working order.

There is veneer lifting in the picture, since photography this has been amended.

Width: 20" Depth: 9.25" Height: 87.25"

Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated this Mahogany Longcase Grandfather Clock to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 04118878
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 190-225 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Painted iron dial with fine crazing: early nineteenth-century dial work.
Maker's name Charles Denham of Durham on the dial: active during this era.
Flame mahogany veneers with boxwood stringing: fine Regency cabinet work.
Classical allegorical scene in the arch: popular Regency decorative style.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
222cm (87.40")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA445554
Dealers Internal Ref
S25-333
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Archive I A 19th-century mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched painted dial with Roman numerals, set within a flame mahogany case with an arched trunk door.

19th Century Longcase Clock by Charles Denham of Durham

Archive II A 19th-century mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched painted dial with Roman numerals, set within a flame mahogany case with an arched trunk door. View II
Archive III A 19th-century mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched painted dial with Roman numerals, set within a flame mahogany case with an arched trunk door. View III
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A 19th-century mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched painted dial with Roman numerals, set within a flame mahogany case with an arched trunk door.
19th Century Longcase Clock by Charles Denham of Durham
Ref: SA445554
A 19th-century mahogany longcase clock featuring an arched painted dial with Roman numerals, set within a flame mahogany case with an arched trunk door.
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  • ObjectLongcase Clocks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPainted arch dial, Flame mahogany panel, Arched trunk door, Brass finials
  • SizeH 222 cm (87 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

This nineteenth-century Georgian longcase clock by Charles Denham of Durham is constructed from mahogany with a warm brown finish. The tall standing case incorporates glass, brass, a painted arch dial, a flame mahogany panel, an arched trunk door, and brass finials. The hood features an arched top with two finials and a glazed door protecting the painted dial, which displays Roman numerals. Below the hood, a single banded door provides access to the interior. The case stands on a rectangular base with moulded plinth details, showing average wear commensurate with age and use. Measuring 222 cm high, 51 cm wide, and 23 cm deep, this tall timepiece stands upright on the floor. In a contemporary home, this longcase clock serves as a functional timepiece and a traditional decorative accent in a hallway, living room, or study. The traditional proportions allow it to stand flush against an interior wall, bringing period English character to a domestic space. The mechanical movement operates as intended, keeping time while contributing acoustic and visual interest to the room. The warm timber tones integrate naturally with traditional or transitional interior schemes, complementing wooden flooring and classic furniture arrangements.

FAQs

A 19th-century British longcase clock is a tall, free-standing timekeeping instrument driven by weights and controlled by a pendulum. Typically housed in fine wooden cabinetry such as mahogany or oak, these clocks feature hand-painted or engraved dials often depicting local motifs, scenes, or maker signatures.

The exterior cases were constructed from solid hardwoods and decorative wood veneers, such as flame mahogany or oak. The internal movements were engineered from brass and iron, while the clock faces were fashioned from painted sheet iron or cast brass.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-cut joinery, original weight-driven mechanical movements, and hand-painted dials reflecting historical wear. Maker signatures on the dial face, alongside regional casing characteristics, help confirm period authenticity.

A longcase clock serves as an architectural anchor in entrance halls, stairwells, or dining rooms. Positioning the piece against a neutral wall allows the rich timber grain and historic silhouette to create a focal point within modern or traditional schemes.

Keep the clock positioned on a level, stable floor away from direct sunlight and radiators to protect the timber and movement. Apply high-grade beeswax polish periodically to preserve the wood finish, and ensure the mechanical movement is serviced by a qualified horologist every five to seven years.
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