Antique 1920 German Grandfather clock - Collectors piece in Goodwood, Western Cape for sale

Private Collection Sale of Antique Grandfather clock
German Antique Grandfather Clock – One-of-a-kind – Circa 1920 made by Gustav Bekker Company
A grandfather clock has a clock face, pendulum and weights enclosed in a thin, tall freestanding wooden case. William Clement, an English clockmaker developed the longcase clock form in 1670. The name for this type of clock is thought to have come from the 1875 song, My Grandfather's Clock, by Henry Clay Work.
The typical grandfather clock is about 6 feet (1.8 m) to 8 feet (2.4 m) high. The wooden part of the clock that encases the clock face is called the bonnet, or hood. Often, the bonnet of a the clock has elaborate carvings such as spindles. Wood types used for these clocks vary, but oak and mahogany are the most popular woods used to make antique ones.
An antique grandfather clock usually has a painted or brass dial, and some have a moon or rocket ship motif. These clocks are striking clocks, as they strike the time each hour or portions of each hour. Chimes ring to announce the time. Only a few antique clocks were made with musical bells or reeds to give them an organ-like sound.
A magnificent heirloom to bequeath. A signature statement piece! Create a stunning effect for your business or home with this unique antique piece.
Grace your reception area, entrance hall or boardroom with this bastion to mark the passage of time!
Sold from a private reserve collection.
Salient features:
A genuine antique piece made at the zenith of the period for longclocks
Built in the 1920’s (almost 100 years old!)
German precision in the workmanship and detailing
Bow top cabinet styling
Clean classic case design
Walnut casing
Bevelled glass door
Carved relief woodwork detailing on door
Lead detailing on glass front
Fully serviced and in perfect working condition
Westminster chime
Chimes every 15minutes
3 Brass weights & Pendulum
12 Digit Roman numerals
Dimensions: 196x53x28cm (hxwxd)
Immaculate Condition as per pictures
Supplied with wind up key & Instruction on transport, set-up and use and maintenance
More pictures available by request.
Please note small crack on glass on 1 panel as per last picture
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