A Complete Guide to the History and Manufacture of Grandfather Clocks

Anon

• Publisher: Rolland Press
• Year: 2013
• Print ISBN: 9781446529379
• eBook ISBN: 9781447482383
• Topic: Technology & Engineering
• Subtopic: Mechanical Engineering
• Index: Technology & Engineering

This vintage text contains an interesting and informative guide to the history and manufacture of grandfather clocks, complete with historical information, descriptions of many different varieties, and a plethora of authentic photographs. This accessible and informative guide will appeal to those with a keen interest in the history and development of grandfather clocks, and it will be of considerable value to antiques dealers and collectors. The chapters of this volume include: A History Of Clocks And Watches, The Development Of Grandfather Clock Cases, Late Arch-Dial Clocks In Walnut Cases, Square-Dial Clocks In Marqueterie Cases, Arch-Dial Clocks In Marqueterie Cases, Late Arch-Dial Clocks In Walnut Cases, etcetera. This antiquarian book is being republished now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of clocks and watches.

Table of contents

• Cover
• Title
• Contents
• The Development of Grandfather Clock Cases
• The Companionable Grandfather
• Long Case Clocks
• The Types of the Long Cases