Glauburg, DE
Details
- Dimensions
- 19.69ʺW × 13.78ʺD × 94.09ʺH
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Cherry Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
- Description
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Grandfather clock with chimes
Age and origin
Probably early 19th century and the origin is probably England
Housing material
Cherry … more Grandfather clock with chimes
Age and origin
Probably early 19th century and the origin is probably England
Housing material
Cherry tree and ebonized wood
mass
Height approx. 239 cm, width approx. 50 cm, depth approx. 35 cm
Clockwork material
Brass iron
Pendulum suspension
Pendulum spring
Escapement and weights
Anchor escapement with 3 weights
hourly strike
Bell with chimes. The carillon with 6 bells runs every 1/4, 1/2, 1/3 and full hour. The 7th bell is used for the full hours and strikes the hours after the chimes.
Complications
Second hand, date, chime, strike silent
Condition of the housing
Good condition with minor signs of wear, old restored see pictures. Pictures are part of the auction.
Condition of the movement
Good condition with signs of wear.
Clockwork starts and has not been tested for function, no guarantee that the clock will run. But it can be overhauled by my watchmaker.
Pictures are part of the auction.
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This impressive grandfather clock with chimes from the 19th century is a high-quality antique piece of furniture that not only serves as a timepiece, but also as a decorative element. It consists of an elegant wooden casing with a warm, natural finish that underlines its classic look. The simple, straight-lined body and the high case give the watch an impressive premium. In addition to the visual and sound beauty, this grandfather clock offers a fascinating insight into traditional watchmaking. The mechanical drive, visible in the details of the gears and the cable, is a masterpiece of precision that ensures consistent and reliable time display. The movement must be regularly hand-wound, reminding the owner of the care and dedication that goes into such a historic timepiece. The movement showcases the precise craftsmanship and technical sophistication of a mechanical watch, featuring an integrated chime, second hand and date display. It is a solid brass movement known for its durability and reliability. The combination of these functions makes this movement a complex and valuable piece that goes far beyond simple timekeeping. less
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