Elegant Regency Oak Longcase Clock - Superb Example

Clockwise is proud to offer this excellent and very well proportioned oak longcase clock for sale. This Georgian case is typical of the provincial clockmakers of the time, with a long simple trunk, the whole case standing on a shaped plinth. The case has a lovely sheen and is a gorgeous colour, the long trunk door retaining a working lock and key. The hood has oak pillars to the front hood door and quarter pillars to the rear with a decorative pediment atop. The eight day, rack-striking anchor escapement movement has just been serviced and strikes the hours on a very pleasing bell. The restored 11.5 inch square brass dial is a particular feature of this piece with a glorious brass base plate, perfect spandrels and a silvered chapter ring and inner with decorative blacked engraving surrounding the starburst patterned seconds dial and around the working date window. The dial is signed Jno Putnam, Amersham and the blued hands are in amazing condition; the hood also retains its original locking mechanism to secure the door. Standing at 6 feet 10 inches tall this is an easy clock to home and a very tasteful example of a fine provincial clock. The clock comes with my three year guarantee. John Putnam (1764-1841) was born in Frithsden, Hertfordshire, working in Amersham until his latter years when the 1841 census recorded him in Chesham a few miles away. Delivery is available, please enquire for details. Clockwise specialises in longcase and bracket clocks and with clients from the world of business, film, sport, royalty and aristocracy - yet more than happy with traditional clients - Clockwise has an unrivalled reputation for excellence and superb service.