Grandfather clock - Wood - 1800-1850

*ENGLISH LISTING - ENGLISH LONGCASE CLOCK*

*TITLE:*

Antique English Longcase Grandfather Clock c. 1820-1840 - Mahogany Case - Painted Dial - Swan Neck Pediment - 8-Day Movement - 240cm

*DESCRIPTION:*

Antique English Longcase Clock / Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-1840, North England.

A beautiful and complete mahogany longcase clock with a hand-painted dial, in original condition. From a private house in Sassenheim, The Netherlands.

CASE:
- Mahogany veneer on oak, with burr walnut inlay and crossbanding
- Swan neck pediment with carved rosettes
- Barley twist columns flanking the hood and the trunk door
- Glazed trunk door with Gothic arch detail
- Shaped plinth base
- Original brass fittings

DIAL:
- Original hand-painted white dial, not brass
- Painted arch with seconds dial and hand-painted landscape with cottages and mill
- Roman numerals
- Subsidiary seconds dial at top, date aperture / date dial at bottom
- Original ornate brass hands
- Spandrels with gilt decoration

MOVEMENT:
- 8-day movement with striking on bell
- Two lead weights, brass pendulum and winding key included
- All complete

CONDITION:
- Case is in good vintage condition for its age, with lovely patina. Some minor wear and age marks consistent with 200 years, but no major damage.
- Clock is currently NOT RUNNING. It will need a clean and service by a clockmaker, as is normal for a clock of this age. It has not been forced or overwound.
- Weights, pendulum and key are all present and included.

DIMENSIONS:
- Total height: 240 cm / 94.5 inches
- Width: 60 cm / 23.6 inches
- Depth: approx. 28 cm / 11 inches

This is a large, impressive English longcase clock with a very attractive case. The painted dial and swan neck pediment make it a classic example of the 1820-1840 period.

Collection only or professional clock transport recommended due to size and age. The hood, weights and pendulum will be removed for safe transport. Please see photos for full detail.

Comes from a smoke-free home.