Some of you will remember that I posted before and after images of the dial of a grandfather clock I was having renovated.
After many months (these things are a labour of love) and the exchange of a considerable number of beer vouchers, the work is complete.
I am so grateful that there are still people who know how to do this sort of work - without them these wonderful historical artifacts would be lost.
The clock was made around 1725, so is about 300 years old. After this restoration, it will hopefully be good for another 300.
I cannot help wondering what the original maker would think if he knew his clock was still going after all this time!
Below are side views of the movement before and after and a view of the completed clock as it stands in our dining room.
The case was renovated by yours truly.
(Please excuse the harsh flash shadows)
Ralph Cappur movement unrestored by John Liddle, on Flickr
Ralph Cappur movement restored by John Liddle, on Flickr
Ralph Cappur completed by John Liddle, on Flickr
After many months (these things are a labour of love) and the exchange of a considerable number of beer vouchers, the work is complete.
I am so grateful that there are still people who know how to do this sort of work - without them these wonderful historical artifacts would be lost.
The clock was made around 1725, so is about 300 years old. After this restoration, it will hopefully be good for another 300.
I cannot help wondering what the original maker would think if he knew his clock was still going after all this time!
Below are side views of the movement before and after and a view of the completed clock as it stands in our dining room.
The case was renovated by yours truly.
(Please excuse the harsh flash shadows)
Ralph Cappur movement unrestored by John Liddle, on FlickrRalph Cappur movement restored by John Liddle, on FlickrRalph Cappur completed by John Liddle, on Flickr
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