Longcase Clocks

The longcase clock or ‘grandfather’ clock was made from about 1660 to around 1850. It is believed it was a natural progression from the lantern clock (a weight driven wall clock). The idea of enclosing both the weights (and the pendulum) in a protective case seemed a logical idea, and so the longcase clock was born. The clock case then became an important piece of work for the cabinetmakers to show off their skills, as important as the clock itself. Please click on the various ‘drop-downs’ to get an idea of the way the longcase clock developed over the centuries.

TYLER OF LONDON, MARQUETRY LONGCASE CLOCK

Magnificent 8 day walnut marquetry longcase clock. The 5 pillar internal countwheel strike movement with...
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MINIATURE WEIGHT DRIVEN LONGCASE CLOCK

A rare & pretty miniature longcase clock. The conventionally designed 8 day bell strike movement...
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JOHN SNELLING OF ALTON, MOONPHASE LONGCASE CLOCK

A superb quality, attractive and locally made moonphase longcase clock by John Snelling of Alton, Hampshire....
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WILLIAM AVENALL OF PORTSEA LONGCASE CLOCK

A most attractive and good quality 8 day longcase clock by “Wm Avenall, Portsea”. The movement...
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THOMAS ROGERS OF BATH, LONGCASE CLOCK

A real rarity! A very pretty 30hr longcase clock timepiece with alarm. The 3...
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THOMAS GARDNER, LONDON LONGCASE CLOCK

A high quality & beautifully proportioned classic 8 day London longcase clock. The 5 pillar,...
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