Grandfather clocks dress up any home
Grandfather clocks offer the perfect blend of stately beauty and old-fashioned character to bring a touch of charm to any home's decor.
More technically, "grandfather clocks" are properly known as longcase clocks, for obvious reasons when you look at the construction of them. They never got the popular name "grandfather clocks" until the 19th century. Lore has it that the name came from a popular song written in 1876 -- "My Grandfather's Clock." True or not, it makes a great story accounting for this very attractive style of clock.
The single most important factor when considering the purchase of one of these beautiful pieces of furniture (for they are very much a piece of fine furniture, not just a timepiece) is, of course -- size. Simply put, you can't purchase an eight-foot tall grandfather clock for a room with a seven-foot tall ceiling. Well, you can, but imagine the puzzle you'll end up with: how to fit it into your house without major construction work.
Other considerations are the overall decor of your home, the specific decor, i.e., style and colors, of the room where you're planning to put the clock, and the price range you are looking to fit the purchase into.
And don't overlook the wonderful grandfather clock treasures you'll be likely to find in a quality used furniture shop, antique store, or on eBay. (Keep an eye out for estate auctions near you, too. Some older estates offer terrific buys on home furnishings, including on clocks.)
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