More correctly known as longcase clocks, these are clocks with a hooded pendulum, housed in a tall enclosed case, about seven feet high.

Introduced during the latter part of the 17th century, the longcase clock has remained popular to the present day.

As a general rule, the designs of the clock cases followed the stylistic developments of the past three centuries. Late 17th and early 18th century clocks inspired the cabinetmaker to extraordinary heights in the art of marquetry inlay, very often in the complex and intricate 'seaweed' patterns.

Other clocks were lacquered and decorated with gilded chinoiseries. Chippendale's designs followed the prevailing flowing lines of the Rococo, with quantities of scroll work, frets, pagodas, urns and rams' heads. Those of the Neoclassical period showed a return to simpler, straighter lines, often enhanced with panels of well-figured inlay, lines of stringing, swan-neck pediments and brass finials.

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Chinoiserie Grandmother Clock, 1952

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Sir John Bennett Grandmother Clock with 3 Train Movement

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Antique Oak Grandmother Clock with Silvered Dial

Antique 20th century oak cased grandmother clock, with silvered dial, with pendulum, 167 cm high, 36 cm wide, 22 cm deep

An early 20th century oak 'grandmother' long case clock, the…

Oak Grandmother Long Case Clock

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Vintage Grandmother clock, approx 135 cm high, 45 cm wide

Vintage Grandmother Clock - 135cm x 45cm

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Art Deco grandmother clock

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Mahogany Grandmother Clock from Robert Sawers Edinburgh

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