Elegant ART DECO ~ WESTMINSTER CHIMES CLOCK -Runs Well - eBay, Décor, Art Deco 1925 - 1940, Antiques. (end time 22-Oct-09 21:00:47 AEDST)


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WEIRD STUFF 166 Koornang Rd Carnegie 3163

Beautiful old

ART DECO

Westminster Chime

Mantle Clock

in very good working condition

A visually striking and impressive vintage timepiece that would look great in any setting

Features four brass chime rods that are struck by leather tipped mallets to produce a beautiful cathedral bell sound. The chimes play a different tune each 15 minutes, and also count out the time on the hour

Solid brass 8 day mechanical movement

Comes complete with key and pendulum.

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DIMENSIONS:

Height: 25m [10 inch]

Width: 49cm [19 inch]

Depth: 15cm [6 inch]

OVERALL CONDITION:

As can be seen from the illustrations the clock case is in great condition for its age. There is a light overall crazing of the finish but otherwise in good order. The glass, face and hands are also in good shape. The clockwork movement has been adjusted, oiled and tested. It is working well and keeps good time.

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So what are Westminster Chimes, and why are these clocks so sought after?

The world's most famous chimes are the Westminster. Nearly everyone associates the Westminster chimes with the Victoria Clock Tower of the House of Parliament in London. Originally, however, they were fitted to the clock of the University Church, St Mary's the Great, in Cambridge, England. The words to this beautiful chime come from Handel's symphony, "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth" and could be our daily prayer:

"Lord through this hour,

Be Thou our guide

So, by Thy power

No foot shall slide."

CARE & MAINTENANCE:

Included in the sale is an information sheet that I have produced with advice on care and maintenance of old clocks. It covers many frequently asked questions like: how to adjust the pendulum for the correct angle and even ticking, care of the woodwork, adjusting the chimes, setting the speed of the clock and synchronizing the chimes with the hands. This information has proven invaluable in the past to customers not familiar with mechanical timepieces.

SHIPPING:

Local pickup is OK for this item.

Please check the top of the listing for calculated postage to your part of the planet. This item will be sent by registered mail within Australia. INSURANCE: Registered Mail automatically includes $100.00 insurance cover.
If you want additional cover up to the value of the item it is available at a rate of $1.15 per $100 covered. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS PLEASE NOTE: International buyers should check with their local post office to determine if any duties are payable. Local taxes and duties are not included in the postage cost and are the responsibility of the buyer. INSURANCE: Note that insurance is available to most countries for a cost of $8.10 plus $2.15 per $100, or part thereof, up to $5,000.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Payment must be made within 5 days of sale date. Preferred payment method in Australia is by BANK TRANSFER or CASH on collection

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On 12-Oct-09 at 22:49:21 AEDST, seller added the following information:

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Q: how much is the shipping to Taiwan if you will?thanks.
A: Hi from Australia! Postage by Express Post will cost AUD $77.60.

22 Oct, 2009

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