Antique Grandfather Clock

The sound of antique grandfather clock is something that is easily recognizable to people around the world.

However, to purchase such a time piece could end up setting you back hundreds or even hundreds of thousands of dollars. Luckily if you want there are companies now who are creating such clocks that look just like the originals but will cost you a fraction of the price.

History of Grandfather Clocks

Grandfather clocks also referred to as long case or floor clocks came in to existence back in 1670. These are different from the vintage wall clock we feature on this site. The first one of which was made by a clockmaker in England called William Clement. Just as then the clocks you see today stand between 6 and 8 feet tall and will come with a narrow tall case but a wide face at the top. To get the clock started so the weight driven mechanism could run it required a person to pull on the chains which hung near the pendulum. As the chains were pulled so the weights on the end would slowly drop and it was this movement that provided by not just to the clock but also to its chime.

What Are Best Choices of Antique Grandfather Clock Today?

As mentioned when it comes to an antique grandfather clock there are many clock makers today who are making replicas of those made years or centuries ago. Below we take a look at some of the kinds of beautiful antique grandfather clocks now available.

Kieninger Alexander Grandfather Clock – This is a clock that will add class and style to any room. This particular clock has been finished using mahogany placed onto selected hardwood and veneers. It comes with a solid wood straight waist and the arched pediment and crotch is roman inspired. To add to its beauty the crown and base of each of these clocks has inlays of mahogany and maple in them. Whilst the glass panel in the door has been beveled and helps to highlight the over-sized polished brass lyre pendulum and weight shells. As for the face of the clock this is made from genuine enamel and comes with hand milled Breguet style hands and raised roman numerals.

Howard Miller Ashley Grandfather Clock – This one comes with a softly arched bonnet pediment and the delicate embossing to this time piece will enhance the look of the room in which it is placed. Again it has been crafted using on the finest hardwoods and veneers and is finished off in warm Yorkshire oak. However the face of the clock is somewhat more ornate than that of the Kieninger Alexander clock in the center is gold tone whilst the chapter ring is in silver. Plus to add more accents to the face there is stationary midnight blue moon upon it.

Ridgeway Belmont Grandfather Clock – Looking for a luxurious antique grandfather clock this is one to be considered. Again select veneers and hardwoods have been used in its construction but this time the finish is Glen Arbor Cherry. So it really adds depth and tone to the clock that you see in front of you. The actual dial of this clock is over-sized and has been framed with half inch solid wood with acid etched spandrels and a center design. As for the chapter ring around this are raised black Arabic numerals and unlike the others mentioned this one has a functioning lunar arch.