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Long Case Clock
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Long Case Clock

18th century
Sold 30 September 2025 · Hedley Wilson
This “Long Case Clock” found a buyer.

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Description

A black japanned and chinoiserie decorated clock by Daniel gossier, of London.

The case with early eighteenth century chinoiserie work, more restrained than later in the century, and having a gilded blind fret above the hood door.

The 12" square dial with ringed winding holes , calendar aperture and subsidiary seconds having an eight day duration movement. The whole in excellent condition.

Height to top of the finials 93"

c. 1730

Physical Dimensions
Height
227cm (89.37")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

Hedley Wilson has dated this Antique Black Lacquer Longcase Clock to the Georgian era.

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SA822491
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Chinoiserie long case clock
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A black japanned and chinoiserie decorated clock by Daniel gossier, of London.
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The case with early eighteenth century chinoiserie work, more restrained than later in the century, and having a gilded blind fret above the hood door.
Hedley Wilson
fig 1. An upright black lacquer longcase clock adorned with intricate gold Chinoiserie illustrations and a brass dial face.
fig 1. Long Case Clock

The 12" square dial with ringed winding holes , calendar aperture and subsidiary seconds having an eight day duration movement. The whole in excellent condition.

Height to top of the finials 93"

c. 1730

Height
227cm (89.37")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

Hedley Wilson has dated this Antique Black Lacquer Longcase Clock to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA822491
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Chinoiserie long case clock
Hedley Wilson
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2015

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An upright black lacquer longcase clock adorned with intricate gold Chinoiserie illustrations and a brass dial face. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An upright black lacquer longcase clock adorned with intricate gold Chinoiserie illustrations and a brass dial face. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Long Case Clock

Archive II An upright black lacquer longcase clock adorned with intricate gold Chinoiserie illustrations and a brass dial face. View II
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Ross-on-Wye
Herefordshire
United Kingdom
Verified Since Mar 2015
Items For Sale 36
Items Sold 39
Hedley Wilson
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Location: Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, United Kingdom
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An upright black lacquer longcase clock adorned with intricate gold Chinoiserie illustrations and a brass dial face.
long case clock
Ref: SA822491
An upright black lacquer longcase clock adorned with intricate gold Chinoiserie illustrations and a brass dial face.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectLongcase Clocks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleChinoiserie / Japanned
  • MaterialWood, Gesso, Gold Leaf, Brass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsJapanned landscapes, Gilt chinoiserie figures, Brass dial face, Bonnet hood with finials
  • SizeH 227 cm (89 in) x W 46 cm (18 in) x D 25 cm (10 in)

Preserve the finish by keeping the clock away from direct sunlight, maintaining stable relative humidity and temperature levels, and dusting gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth without using chemical polishes.

A statement piece like this acts as a strong vertical focal point in a room, pairing well with neutral backdrops to allow the intricate gold detailing to stand out without overwhelming the space.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate construction methods such as hand-cut dovetails, older secondary woods, genuine wear patterns on the lacquer surface, and movement characteristics corresponding to the stated maker or era.

These clocks are typically constructed from a wooden carcase, often pine or oak, which is then built up with multiple layers of gesso, varnished or lacquered in black or japanned finishes, and decorated with hand-painted or gilt motifs.

Chinoiserie longcase clocks became immensely popular in Britain during the late 17th and 18th centuries, inspired by European trade with East Asia and a fascination with Asian art aesthetics, leading craftsmen to apply intricate raised lacquerwork to traditional clock cases.
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