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18th Century Marquetry Longcase Clock Charles Louch St. Albans
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18th Century Marquetry Longcase Clock Charles Louch St. Albans

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This is a good 18th century longcase clock with elegant slim proportions by Charles Louch of St Albans.

The clock has a brass dial with rococo cast brass spandrels and silvered chapter ring enclosing a matted dial centre with shaped name plaque. The dial has decorative cast brass detailing with cherubs riding birds above a pierced cartouche of cherubs in the clouds.

This has an eight day movement with anchor escapement that runs beautifully keeping good time and striking on a bell on the hour every hour.

The handsome case is beautifully decorated with inlaid marquetry in fruitwoods with a central urn, birds, flowers and scrolling leaves which are highlighted with additional hand painted detail throughout.

The clock has a long central door with lock and key and a glazed lenticle to view the pendulum .

This is raised on a plinth base with solid mahogany ball feet.

The clock is in very nice original condition with a good colour and nice antique patina and has really nice proportions being only 204 cms in height 41 wide by 23 cms deep.

UK delivery can be arranged with our trusted furniture courier and costs £95 plus vat to most destinations.

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Marquetry Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
204cm (80.32")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Reference Numbers
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SA1223592
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You are most welcome to visit the shop but please always check to confirm we are open before travelling. We have been in the antiques trade for well over thirty years now and stock a wide and varied range of antiques and decorative items specialising in carpets and Eastern and Oriental items as well as Georgian and Victorian furniture, mirrors, oil paintings, prints, ceramics and clocks.

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Description
This is a good 18th century longcase clock with elegant slim proportions by Charles Louch of St Albans.
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The clock has a brass dial with rococo cast brass spandrels and silvered chapter ring enclosing a matted dial centre with shaped name plaque.
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The dial has decorative cast brass detailing with cherubs riding birds above a pierced cartouche of cherubs in the clouds.

fig 1. An 18th-century tall wooden longcase clock featuring floral marquetry inlays throughout the case and a brass dial with cast spandrels.
fig 1. 18th Century Marquetry Longcase Clock Charles Louch St. Albans

This has an eight day movement with anchor escapement that runs beautifully keeping good time and striking on a bell on the hour every hour.

The handsome case is beautifully decorated with inlaid marquetry in fruitwoods with a central urn, birds, flowers and scrolling leaves which are highlighted with additional hand painted detail throughout.

fig 2. An 18th-century tall wooden longcase clock featuring floral marquetry inlays throughout the case and a brass dial with cast spandrels.
fig 2. 18th Century Marquetry Longcase Clock Charles Louch St. Albans

The clock has a long central door with lock and key and a glazed lenticle to view the pendulum .

This is raised on a plinth base with solid mahogany ball feet.

The clock is in very nice original condition with a good colour and nice antique patina and has really nice proportions being only 204 cms in height 41 wide by 23 cms deep.

UK delivery can be arranged with our trusted furniture courier and costs £95 plus vat to most destinations.

Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Marquetry Longcase Clock to the 18th Century.

Height
204cm (80.32")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Reference Numbers
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SA1223592
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An 18th-century tall wooden longcase clock featuring floral marquetry inlays throughout the case and a brass dial with cast spandrels.
18th Century Marquetry Longcase Clock Charles Louch St. Albans
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  • ObjectLongcase Clocks
  • Period18th century
  • StyleWilliam & Mary
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass, Glass, Inlaid Woods
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, Spiral twist columns, Brass dial with spandrels, Glass lenticle
  • SizeH 204 cm (80 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 24 cm (9 in)

This William and Mary style longcase clock originates from the 18th century, crafted in warm brown walnut, inlaid woods, brass, and glass. The tall wooden case features elaborate floral marquetry inlays in fruitwoods depicting a central urn, birds, flowers, and scrolling leaves, complemented by spiral twist columns flanking the hood and solid mahogany ball feet. The square brass dial includes cast brass spandrels, a silvered chapter ring, and a matted center with a shaped name plaque, surmounted by decorative brass details showing cherubs riding birds above a pierced cartouche. The trunk contains a long central door with a keyhole and a circular glass lenticle that reveals the pendulum inside. The clock measures 204 cm high, 41 cm wide, and 24 cm deep. In a modern interior, this timepiece stands as a striking vertical floor-standing feature in a hallway, reception room, or study, bringing traditional English country house character to the space. The surfaces display an authentic antique patina and visible original wear consistent with age, alongside hand-painted highlights on the marquetry decoration. The hood sits beneath a moulded cornice with further inlay, and the entire structure rests on a plinth base. It functions as a fully operational timekeeper with an eight-day movement, anchor escapement, and hourly bell strikes.

FAQs

A marquetry longcase clock from the 18th century features a tall wooden cabinet adorned with detailed decorative inlays, typically made from contrasting woods arranged in intricate floral, arabesque, or seaweed patterns. These clocks incorporate weight-driven pendulum movements housed behind a framed brass dial.

The main cases were constructed primarily from oak carcasses veneered with walnut, olive, or fruitwoods. The decorative marquetry utilised sycamore, holly, boxwood, and stained woods set into walnut panels, paired with brass dial plates and cast spandrels.

Authentic period marquetry shows natural shrinkage, subtle surface unevenness, and hand-cut joinery consistent with historical crafting techniques. Dials from this era typically exhibit hand-engraved chapter rings, cast brass corner spandrels, and signatures corresponding to documented clockmakers.

A longcase clock serves as a structural focal point when placed against neutral wall surfaces in hallways, dining areas, or living rooms. Positioning the piece alongside contemporary art or minimal furnishings allows its detailed wood grain and craftsmanship to stand out.

Maintain stable humidity and temperature levels to prevent veneer lifting or wood movement. Dust the exterior lightly with a soft microfiber cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish sparingly, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners near brass components.
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