Mahogany Longcase Clock 18th Century

Name: Long Case Clock
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA900061
Price: 3500 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A longcase clock, also referred to as a tall-case or grandfather clock, is a freestanding, weight-driven pendulum clock enclosed within a tall wooden cabinet. Originating in the mid-17th century, these timepieces served as both precise timekeeping instruments and statement items of household joinery.

Georgian makers predominantly utilised solid oak, walnut, or mahogany for cabinet construction, often applying highly figured veneers such as flame mahogany. Clock faces featured cast brass spandrels, engraved silvered chapter rings, and iron backplates with steel and brass gear trains.

Authentic pieces typically display hand-engraved dials, cast brass spandrels attached via screws or rivets, and hand-cut gear teeth within the movement. The wooden casework generally displays hand-dovetailed joints, historical timber movement marks, and age-consistent oxidation on structural surfaces.

A tallcase clock functions as an architectural anchor within entrance halls, dining rooms, or formal drawing rooms. Positioning the piece against a neutral backdrop highlights the natural grain of the timber and provides a focal point within traditional or eclectic interior schemes.

Regular maintenance involves lubricating the movement every three to five years using specialized horological oil and keeping the cabinet in a climate-controlled environment away from direct heat sources. Timber surfaces should be dusted with a soft cloth and conditioned periodically with beeswax.

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