Dutch Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Signed Hendrick Schoonbeek, Amsterdam The arched hood with molded cornice above a shaped long door inlaid with checkerboard parquetry, the similarly inlaid shaped plinth raised on bracket feet, the dial with aperture for age and aspect of the moon within scroll engraved surround, the silvered Roman chapter ring bordered by spandrels depicting the Four Seasons, subsidiary seconds incorporating chamfered date aperture and sector for day of week and its ruling deity in the matted and scroll engraved center, later hands, the associated two barrel five pillar movement with anchor escapement, Dutch striking by means of two linked hammers on two bells, the separate alarm train mounted...

This double sided hanging ceiling clock was produced by Van Doorn in Netherlands during the 1960s. It features a beige iron body, an iron dials, an aluminum hands and a convex clear ...

An original vintage Dutch Friesian Schippertje clock. This type of clock was called Schippertje (means Skipper), because it was used on Dutch boats. This i...

Antique 18th century Dutch marquetry tall case clock by Maker, J.P. Kroese. DMC001.

An incredible example of 18th century Dutch clock making, this marvelous tall case clock (also known as a longcase or grandfather clock) was crafted by Jonah Smith of Amsterdam. The late Baroque-style case is exemplary of those clocks commissioned specifically by the upper class, featuring luxurious timbers and mechanical features that were seldom seen in timepieces of this period. The entire clock case is crafted of burl walnut with exquisite marquetry detailing of the highest order. The timepiece is powered by an 8-day Dutch striking movement, with indicators on the face for the day, date and month. Possessing the very finest attributes of the Dutch clockmaker's art, it is among the finest of the Dutch longcase clocks...

Mid-18th century Dutch inlaid tall case clock with bronze / brass works design details and moon phase brass with silvered dial, weight and p...

Longcase walnut clock with roman numbers in very good condition.  

A Dutch Rococo gilt-metal-mounted burr walnut and marquetry tall case automation clock. Nearly identical clock is part of the New Bedford Whaling Mus...

Tall case clocks like this one are often referred to as grandmother clocks because they are shorter than grandfather clocks. Hand-painted in Holland in traditional, Folk Art style, t...

An exceptional example of 18th century Dutch clockmaking, this marvellous longcase clock was crafted by Jan Henkels of Amsterdam (c.1722-1778), one of the most respected of the great Dutch clockmakers. The late Baroque-style case is exemplary of those clocks commissioned specifically by the wealthy, featuring lush timbers and ingenious mechanical features that were utilized for only the most important timepieces of this period. This particular clock is set apart by the inclusion of an exceptionally rare and elaborate “scheepjes mechaniek”, or automaton ship mechanism. The automaton brings to life the Greek mythological tale of Perseus’ rescue of the princess Andromeda from the fury of Poseidon. The god had sent the sea monster Cetus to kill the helpless princess. Perseus is seen slaying the fire-breathing creature, as the mechanism allows the hero’s head to turn. Above, the hero’s steed, the winged Pegasus, flies back and forth surveying the scene, while Dutch sailing ships watch the spectacle while rocking with the tumultuous waves. The 8-day movement within is a brass-plated anchor escapement with a pendulum that also operates the ship automaton. The striking train mechanism features Dutch striking (the hours and half hours are rung on low- and high-pitched bells, respectably) and quarter-hour striking on two additional bells. The movement is distinguished by the very rare addition of an alarm, which can be set with the desired time. The going, alarm and striking trains are weight driven. The clock’s face is technically advanced for the period, featuring indicators for the hours, minutes, seconds, month, day, date, and moon phase. The triangular-shaped apertures, which in this case are used for the calendar information and alarm setting, are characteristic of fine Dutch clocks of this time and are an important feature that helps to date the timepiece. The majestic clock case is crafted of oak veneered in walnut with elegant citron wood inlays. The beautifully-formed pendulum door features a cast brass ornament of Chronos, while the figures of Atlas and a pair of trumpeting angels stand atop. Adding an air of elegance to the case is its bombé formed base, which became a distinguishing feature of mid-18th century Dutch longcase clocks...

Elegant finely inlaid pendulum clock. Central door with bronze and glass frieze. Upper shaped door with glass and uprights with capitals. Refined clock face dating from 1788, Simon J...

A lovely Anglo-Dutch tall case clock made and signed by William Gib of Rotterdam, the eight day time and strike movement with elaborate original ...