How The Grandfather Clock Got Its Name
Over 100 years ago in Piercebridge, North Yorkshire, England, a quaint country lodge known as the George Hotel was managed by two bachelor brothers named Jenkins, also from England. For many years, a floor clock (now known as a grandfather clock) stood in the lobby. This old clock was different in that it had always kept very good time. In those days, clocks were not generally noted for their…
Grandfather Clock Repair -
A well-made grandfather clock is an heirloom piece, designed to be handed down from generation to generation. As such, they are made to last over several lifetimes. In fact, some grandfather clocks from the 1700s and 1800s are still in existence today. With such a long lifespan, it is inevitable that grandfather clocks will occasionally need repair. If your grandfather clock needs repair,…
Woodchopper Cuckoo Clock
Woodchopper Cuckoo Clock - Woodchopper Cuckoo Clock. Created in the Black Forest of Germany, this chalet clock features three-dimensionally carved animated woodchopper. Has animated water wheel, chimney sweep, and beautifully hand-painted flowers as well as many other fine details intricately carved into the wood. Buy it now for $528.95
New elite dabbles in the delights of Old Russia (Miami Herald)
Amid the 18th-century mansions on Moscow’s fashionable Tverskoy Boulevard stands the rose-colored neoclassical edifice of the Pushkin Caf . The building’s interior recalls the opulence of the era, from parquet floors to frescoed ceilings.
ContemporaryGrandfather Clocks -
The name grandfather clock instantly conjures up images of a dark, musty room, grandpa sitting in his rocking chair, smoking a pipe. Curls of woodsy smelling smoke drift across the room as his faithful old clock strikes the hour. Though the name grandfather is definitely old-fashioned, the clocks aren t. While much of their technology is a reflection of the earliest clocks, the styles have…
Happy Wanderer Cuckoo Clock
Happy Wanderer Cuckoo Clock - Happy Wanderer Cuckoo Clock.This is a beautifully proportioned piece with an exquisitely carved boy in Lederhosen. The waterwheel turns, as do the dancers, and each wooden shingle is laid individually by hand. The hands, numbers, and cuckoo bird are all made of carved wood. This clock includes a shut-off switch that leaves the time-keeping portion running. Buy it now for $688.95
Hunting Model Cuckoo Clock
Hunting Model Cuckoo Clock - Hunting Model Cuckoo Clock. Traditional walnut hunting model features intricately carved three dimensional squirrels. Has decorative oak leaves, wooden hands, and Roman numerals. Manufactured in the Black Forest of Germany. Buy it now for $364.95
Bulova Carrington Table Clock
Bulova Carrington Table Clock - Bulova Carrington Table Clock. Polished Chrome Finish Top, Base And Pendulum. Metal Sides, Handle And Inserts. Metal Dial With Spun Aluminum Chapter Ring. Protective Glass Lens. Buy it now for $82.95
Traditional Hunting Model Cuckoo Clock
Traditional Hunting Model Cuckoo Clock - Traditional Hunting Model Cuckoo Clock. Intricately carved animals in walnut finish. Has wooden numbers, hands, and cuckoo birds. Features two doors and plays one tune. Created in the Black Forest of Germany. Buy it now for $439.95
A Brief History of Grandfather Clocks
Since the beginning of civilization, humans have searched for a reliable way to keep track of the time. In the earliest days, months, seasons and years were tracked by careful monitoring of the phases of the moon. Later, the sun and stars were also used to help early people track the passing of time. The Sumerians used the sundial to divide days into two-hour segments. The Egyptians created a…
Bulova Birdhouse Wall Clock
Bulova Birdhouse Wall Clock - Bulova Birdhouse Wall Clock. With Cozy Charm-And A Special Dash Of Versatility-This Dlightful Accent Clock,In Dimensional Cast Resin, Add A Warm Glow To Any Room.Perfect For Wall Hanging,Or Use The Accompanying Matte Black Metal Stand For Easy Tabletop Display. Buy it now for $37.95
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New elite dabbles in the delights of Old Russia (Miami Herald)
Amid the 18th-century mansions on Moscow’s fashionable Tverskoy Boulevard stands the rose-colored neoclassical edifice of the Pushkin Caf . The building’s interior recalls the opulence of the era, from parquet floors to frescoed ceilings.