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Miniature Oak Longcase Clock
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Miniature Oak Longcase Clock

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 February 2025 · Chalfont Clocks
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And extremely small longcase clock in an attractive light oak case with barley twist columns and dentil molded pediment over an engraved silvered dial and chapter ring signed James Lepp, with brass cherub spandrels and blued steel hands. The trunk of the case is 17cm wide making this a very narrow elegant design with a round lentical window.

The weight driven 8 day timepiece movement is of good quality with water of air finished plates.

This clock dates from about 1910 and is made in the best tradition of english clockmaking.

Physical Dimensions
Height
169cm (66.54")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Declaration

Chalfont Clocks has dated this Miniature Oak Longcase Clock to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA878178
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And extremely small longcase clock in an attractive light oak case with barley twist columns and dentil molded pediment over an engraved silvered dial and chapter ring signed James Lepp, with brass cherub spandrels and blued steel hands.
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The trunk of the case is 17cm wide making this a very narrow elegant design with a round lentical window.
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The weight driven 8 day timepiece movement is of good quality with water of air finished plates.

This clock dates from about 1910 and is made in the best tradition of english clockmaking.

Height
169cm (66.54")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Date of Manufacture

Chalfont Clocks has dated this Miniature Oak Longcase Clock to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA878178
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A narrow, freestanding miniature oak longcase clock featuring a square brass dial, twisted side columns, and a pendulum aperture on the trunk door. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A narrow, freestanding miniature oak longcase clock featuring a square brass dial, twisted side columns, and a pendulum aperture on the trunk door. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Miniature Oak Longcase Clock

Archive II A narrow, freestanding miniature oak longcase clock featuring a square brass dial, twisted side columns, and a pendulum aperture on the trunk door. View II
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A narrow, freestanding miniature oak longcase clock featuring a square brass dial, twisted side columns, and a pendulum aperture on the trunk door.
Miniature Oak Longcase Clock
Ref: SA878178
A narrow, freestanding miniature oak longcase clock featuring a square brass dial, twisted side columns, and a pendulum aperture on the trunk door.
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  • ObjectClocks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleTraditional English
  • MaterialOak, Brass, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTwisted columns, Brass dial spandrels, Pendulum aperture, Dentil moulding
  • SizeH 169 cm (67 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 24 cm (9 in)

Longcase clocks, commonly known as grandfather clocks, originated in the late 17th century following the invention of the anchor escapement by Robert Hooke, which allowed for longer pendulums and narrower cases.

These clocks were traditionally built using native timbers such as oak, walnut, and mahogany, often featuring brass dials, steel movements, and glass face covers.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-engraved brass or painted dials bearing the makers signature, and natural timber ageing such as patina and minor shrinkage cracks.

A longcase clock serves as a focal point in a hallway, living room, or study, pairing well with both traditional period features and minimalist modern decor to create a balanced contrast.

Keep the clock away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent wood splitting, maintain a stable indoor humidity level, and have the mechanical movement professionally serviced every few years.
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