Country French 1860 Antique Carved Oak Tall Long Case Grandfather Clock

An authentic Country French long or tall case "grandfather" clock dates from about 1860 and has a wonderful hand carved solid oak case. The "Morbier" design one week movement has been professionally cleaned and oiled, it keeps excellent time and strikes the hour.

The hand painted porcelain dial has crackling or crazing at the edges for antique character, see photos. A courting couple, the gentleman playing a flute, adorn the embossed brass surround. The brass pendulum is original on this antique furniture from central France.

Beautiful traditional hand carved details on the case include raised panels and carved wooden pegs at the joints. The old finish is wonderfully preserved, waxed and buffed so only an occasional wipe with a soft dry cloth will maintain its warm patina. Doors have old wavy glass and brass knobs. Side doors afford access to the brass movement. There are shrinkage separations and worm holes for character.

For easier moving, the "hood" or top section is removable. The winding crank is a modern replacement

Measurements of this charming furniture case are 21" wide, 13" deep and 97" tall.

This clock needs to be "set up" when delivered - weights and pendulum attached and the case leveled. Most of our customers can do this as we walk them through the fairly simple steps by phone. The process is not very difficult, and it is also nice to know how to do this again whenever the clock needs to be moved for cleaning, painting or whatever. A few customers prefer to hire a local clockmaker at their own expense to make a house-call and set up the clock, which is usually not very expensive, depending on your location.

Item # O-17169