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George III London 8 Day Longcase Clock by Joseph Lum
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George III London 8 Day Longcase Clock by Joseph Lum

18th century
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An attractive late 18th.Century mahogany and inlaid 8 day longcase clock by Joseph Lum of London. The arched dial bearing the engraved maker’s name on a circular boss, the silvered chapter ring subsidiary seconds dial and date aperture are all in good condition with cast brass spandrels and matted centre. The hood having a bonnet top with inlaid Sheraton shell in satinwood and stained sycamore, three posts with boxwood stringing and all surmounted with brass ball & eagle finials. The cross banded hood door opens to allow winding of the 8 day movement and is flanked by reeded columns with Corinthian capitals. The trunk having canted corners with reeded detail and arched long door having a flame mahogany oval panel outlined with boxwood stringing and cross banding with working lock & keys. The moulded stepped base having a flame mahogany panel outlined with boxwood inlay and further cross banding and shaped feet. Dimensions:- Height…91’’/ 231cm. Width…19.25’’/ 49cm. Depth…9.25’’/ 23cm. Fully cleaned and serviced. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £65.

Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this George III Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 07544265
Dealer's Item Date18th Century
Sellingantiques Date18th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 225-250 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 18TH CENTURY:
Cast brass corner spandrels and matted dial centre: traditional London clockmaking.
Engraved circular boss in the arch: inscribed Joseph Lum, London.
Shell patera and boxwood stringing: fashionable Neoclassical inlay work.
Reeded hood columns with Corinthian capitals: classic architectural cabinetmaking detail.
Pine backboard: natural shrinkage along the timber grain over time.

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.

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SA934895
Dealers Internal Reference
24102
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Description
An attractive late 18th.Century mahogany and inlaid 8 day longcase clock by Joseph Lum of London. The arched dial bearing the engraved maker’s name on a circular boss, the silvered chapter ring subsidiary seconds dial and date aperture are all in good condition with cast brass spandrels and matted centre.
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The hood having a bonnet top with inlaid Sheraton shell in satinwood and stained sycamore, three posts with boxwood stringing and all surmounted with brass ball & eagle finials.
John Howkins Antiques

The cross banded hood door opens to allow winding of the 8 day movement and is flanked by reeded columns with Corinthian capitals. The trunk having canted corners with reeded detail and arched long door having a flame mahogany oval panel outlined with boxwood stringing and cross banding with working lock & keys. The moulded stepped base having a flame mahogany panel outlined with boxwood inlay and further cross banding and shaped feet. Dimensions:- Height…91’’/ 231cm. Width…19.25’’/ 49cm. Depth…9.25’’/ 23cm. Fully cleaned and serviced. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £65.

Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this George III Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 07544265
Dealer's Item Date18th Century
Sellingantiques dating18th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 225-250 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 18th Century:
Cast brass corner spandrels and matted dial centre: traditional London clockmaking.
Engraved circular boss in the arch: inscribed Joseph Lum, London.
Shell patera and boxwood stringing: fashionable Neoclassical inlay work.
Reeded hood columns with Corinthian capitals: classic architectural cabinetmaking detail.
Pine backboard: natural shrinkage along the timber grain over time.

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.

Reference Numbers
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SA934895
Dealers Internal Ref
24102
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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Archive I A George III mahogany longcase clock featuring an inlaid trunk door, brass eagle finials, fluted columns, and a brass dial with silvered chapter ring.

George III London 8 Day Longcase Clock by Joseph Lum

Archive II A George III mahogany longcase clock featuring an inlaid trunk door, brass eagle finials, fluted columns, and a brass dial with silvered chapter ring. View II
Archive III A George III mahogany longcase clock featuring an inlaid trunk door, brass eagle finials, fluted columns, and a brass dial with silvered chapter ring. View III
Archive IV A George III mahogany longcase clock featuring an inlaid trunk door, brass eagle finials, fluted columns, and a brass dial with silvered chapter ring. View IV
Archive V A George III mahogany longcase clock featuring an inlaid trunk door, brass eagle finials, fluted columns, and a brass dial with silvered chapter ring. View V
Archive VI A George III mahogany longcase clock featuring an inlaid trunk door, brass eagle finials, fluted columns, and a brass dial with silvered chapter ring. View VI
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A George III mahogany longcase clock featuring an inlaid trunk door, brass eagle finials, fluted columns, and a brass dial with silvered chapter ring.
George III London 8 Day Longcase Clock by Joseph Lum
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A George III mahogany longcase clock featuring an inlaid trunk door, brass eagle finials, fluted columns, and a brass dial with silvered chapter ring.
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  • ObjectLongcase Clocks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFlame mahogany inlay, brass eagle finials, fluted columns, brass spandrels

This George III longcase clock stands at a height of 231 cm, a width of 49 cm, and a depth of 23 cm. The tall mahogany case displays a warm brown colour with distinct flame mahogany grain patterns on the trunk door and base panel, complemented by lighter boxwood and satinwood inlay. The bonnet top incorporates a central inlaid Sheraton shell motif, three posts with boxwood stringing, and three brass ball and eagle finials. Fluted columns with Corinthian capitals flank the arched hood door, while reeded canted corners frame the trunk. The arched dial includes cast brass spandrels, an engraved maker name on a circular boss, a silvered chapter ring, subsidiary seconds dial, and a date aperture. Operating with an eight-day movement, the clock is designed for placement in a hallway, living room, or study within a traditional interior. The trunk door retains a working key in the escutcheon, and the stepped base sits on shaped feet. The wood surfaces show a clean, polished finish across the front panels and mouldings, while the glass pane protects the dial face. The piece integrates into domestic settings as a functional timepiece and decorative floor-standing cabinet.

FAQs

A George III longcase clock is a tall, pendulum-driven floor clock crafted in Britain during the reign of King George III, between 1760 and 1820. Typically featuring an eight-day weight-driven movement, these horological pieces were housed in fine hardwood cases, predominantly mahogany, with brass or painted dials.

Eighteenth-century British longcase clock cases were constructed primarily from native oak or imported mahogany, often decorated with satinwood, boxwood, or flame mahogany veneers. Clock movements utilised cast brass for plates, spandrels, and dials, alongside steel arbors and iron weights.

Authentic George III examples feature hand-cut brass gears, cast brass corner spandrels, or engraved silvered dials with period typography. Look for original hand-carved casing details, age-appropriate wear on weight cords, and maker signatures engraved directly onto the dial plate or boss.

Position a longcase clock as a vertical anchor piece in a wide hallway, stair landing, or dining room to add architectural height and character. Contrast dark flame mahogany against neutral, light-painted walls or pair it with clean-lined modern furniture for a curated aesthetic.

Keep the timber casing away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent veneer lifting or wood shrinkage. The mechanical movement requires periodic professional lubrication every three to five years, and the wooden case should be polished with high-grade beeswax.
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