Grandfather Clocks
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Anstead Dark Oak Tubular Triple Chime Movement Classic Design Grandfather Clock
Original Price $13497.00
$8998.00
(save 33%)
Anstead Tubular Triple Chime Movement Classic Design Grandfather Clock
Original Price $13497.00
$8998.00
(save 33%)
Grandfather Floor Clocks
A grandfather clock is a defining piece in any home furniture collection. Whether you put it in your entryway, living room, dining room, or home library, the chimes will sound throughout your house with the fine quality of traditional craftmanship. No matter where you put it, it is sure to be a focal point. Consider your many options before you buy, because a floor clock is a long-term investment, something you will be able to pass on to your descendants for generations to come.The name "grandfather clock” comes from an 1876 song titled "My Grandfather's Clock," written by American songwriter Henry Clay Miller. Before this name was popularized, these units were better known as longcase clocks, tall-case clocks, or floor clocks. Whatever you call them, these units have several defining features. They are free-standing, contain a visible timepiece, operate by swinging pendulum mechanics, and typically reach 6-8” in height. High-quality longcase clocks have 8-day mechanisms, meaning you only need to wind it once a week to keep it ticking in perfect time. We offer many units with traditional mechanics made in Germany and fine wood casing made in Virginia. Choose from a variety of wood materials and finishes to coordinate with your home décor.
Grandfather clocks have a classic style, but when you examine them closely there is great variety in the design. Consider the pediment, the top of the floor clock. Some have a curving and elegant swan's neck design, some have a gently sloping bonnet pediment, whereas others are simply flat across the top with classic crown molding. The variation in designs continue all the way down—some have intricate wood relief carvings or inlays, fluted columns, and hand carved feet. Each hand-crafted timepiece and system of pendulums serves as a testament to the fine craftmanship that goes into each unit. Because these elements of the longcase clock are so beautiful, most will be protected behind glass doors so the fine mechanics and entrancing pendulum movement can be admired.
The chimes of a grandfather clock signal the time throughout your home. Choose from different chime sounds, including Westminster Cathedral, St. Michael's, and Whittington. Don't worry about chimes keeping you up at night, though—many contemporary floor clocks come with a night shut-off feature, meaning you can set your longcase clock to be silent while you sleep.