Overview
Standing over 7 feet tall, this antique mahogany grandfather clock makes an impressive focal point for a hallway, landing or reception room. Dating to circa 1920, it combines elegant inlaid decoration with a striking brass dial and traditional English longcase proportions.
Key Features
- Antique mahogany longcase grandfather clock
- Circa 1920
- Elegant mahogany case with decorative inlay
- Central oval marquetry panel with floral motifs
- Arched hood with turned columns and gilt capitals
- Brass eagle finial to the pediment
- Striking brass dial with silvered chapter ring
- Roman numerals and finely pierced hands
- Brass pendulum and weights present
- Ideal statement clock for hallway or period interior
Craftsmanship & Detail
The elegant mahogany case is enriched with decorative satinwood banding and inlaid marquetry, including a finely detailed oval floral panel to the trunk door. The hood is of traditional arched form, flanked by turned columns with gilt capitals and surmounted by a striking brass eagle finial, giving the clock strong architectural presence. The brass dial features a silvered chapter ring with Roman numerals together with finely pierced hands and engraved decorative spandrels typical of quality early 20th century English longcase clocks. The trunk door opens to reveal the brass pendulum housed within a well-proportioned case of refined and elegant profile.