Early 19th Century Scottish Longcase Clock

Name: Early 19th Century Scottish Longcase Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA613801
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by Carse Antiques

Description

SUPERB early 19th century "east coast" Scottish mahogany longcase clock by JAMES DUNBAR of PERTH. This superb Scottish example is 100% original. The mahogany case has been made from the finest of mahogany timbers with satinwood cross banding, boxwood and ebony line inlay and a fancy brass inlay above the main door. The case is beautifully slim and elegant with long door to the trunk. The movement is of 8 day duration and strikes on the hour, the date works also. The painted dial, being an early one is sophisticated and un-cluttered. The clock is a gorgeous colour with original patination and wxed finish.

The maker, James Dunbar is listed as working from the High Street in Perth around 1810 - 1820.

The clock is in first class condition apart from a couple of very minor age shakes,

SIZE; 87" high overall. 18 3/4" wide at the widest point and 9" deep at the deepest point

CIRCA; 1810 - 1820

Physical Dimensions

Height

221cm (87.01")

Width

47.5cm (18.70")

Depth

23cm (9.06")

Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA613801

Dealers Notes

Full member of LAPADA.

Please note UK carriage prices quoted are for MAINLAND UK only and do not include Northern Ireland, Scottish islands etc. Postage costs quoted cover all areas.

Description

SUPERB early 19th century "east coast" Scottish mahogany longcase clock by JAMES DUNBAR of PERTH. This superb Scottish example is 100% original.

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The mahogany case has been made from the finest of mahogany timbers with satinwood cross banding, boxwood and ebony line inlay and a fancy brass inlay above the main door.

Carse Antiques

The case is beautifully slim and elegant with long door to the trunk. The movement is of 8 day duration and strikes on the hour, the date works also. The painted dial, being an early one is sophisticated and un-cluttered. The clock is a gorgeous colour with original patination and wxed finish.