Grandfather Clocks

I have always been in awe about antique grandfather clocks. My family home used to own one when I was little so whenever I see them anywhere now (which is rare!), I always remember my childhood and our own grandfather clock. You know how sometimes you see something that triggers happy memories of your own childhood? That's how grandfather clocks do for me.

Grandfather clocks have long been valued for their craftsmanship and beauty. From handcrafted hardwood cases to ornate designs that depict geographical and cultural influences, grandfather clocks are truly unique. They instantly add elegance and beauty to your home.

If I could pick a grandfather clock for my own home, I'd want this very impressive Howard Miller Grandfather Clock. This elegant floor clock, designed by Chris Bergelin features sixteen different species of hardwoods and veneers. These are Cherry, Crotch Figured Mahogany, Russian Walnut Burl, Movingue, Maple, Ebony, Padauk, Silver Gum, Black Cherry, Magnolia, Beech, Avodire, Anegre, Pearwood, English Sycamore, and Boxwood. Some of these species are very rare.


Clock Features:

*The beautiful swan neck pediment is crowned with three carved finials, two carved rosettes, and a carved finial shell at the center. Also on the pediment are bookmatched Russian Walnut Burl with floral inlays framed with a Movingue border with Ebony and Maple accent lines. The floral inlays include the species listed above.

*The ornate polished brass, Roman numeral dial features custom cast corners, center, and moon arch ornaments unique to this clock. The cast center disk is numbered and features a removable engraving plate for personal inscriptions. "Limited Edition" is inscribed across the hemispheres. The dial also includes a special brass finished moon phase.

*The decorative polished brass lyre pendulum features a cast center disk with a spun silver background. Complementing polished brass finished weight shells are embellished with decorative bands with a silver-tone background.

*The grand bombe style base features carved moldings with a decorative cut-out framed with carved floral motifs. Bookmatched Russian Walnut Burl with floral inlays framed with a Movingue border with Ebony and Maple accent lines on the front and sides. The floral inlays include the rare wood species listed above.

*Beveled glass on all front and side glass. Top side doors allow access to the movement and storage of the hand crank and key.

*The impressive upper and lower columns feature large reeds with carved acanthus accent moldings between and intricately carved acanthus top and bottom column caps.

*A delicate carved molding graces the panel between the upper and lower doors. The upper and lower doors feature crotch figured mahogany with complementing marquetry of Maple, Ebony, Padauk, and Pearwood.

*Finished in Windsor Cherry on select hardwoods and veneers.

*Adjustable levelers under each corner provide stability on uneven and carpeted floors.

Wow, what more could you want from a grandfather clock?

Grandfather Clocks

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