Articles tagged: "grandfather clock"

1: Haven't You Always Wanted A Grandfather Clock?

Remember when you were growing and used to watch old black and white movies? Every grand house used to have a beautiful grandfather clock in the reception area or on a landing at the top of the stairs. I think every Sherlock Holmes film I ever saw had at least a couple of grandfather clocks in it.

2: Building Your Own Grandfather Clock from a Kit

The popularity of grandfather clocks has never been greater. Interchangeably referred to as tall case, long case or floor clocks, the venerable grandfather clock has been widely produced since the seventeenth century. Building your grandfather clock from a kit is now easier than ever.

3: The Face of the Grandfather Clock Does More Than Tell Time

Most of us take the dial face of a clock or other timepiece for granted. The history of the venerable grandfather clock is the history of clock faces.

4: History of Classic Grandfather Clock Chimes

If you own a long case clock such as a grandfather or grandmother clock, you no doubt have come to love the beauty of its tolling chimes. The classic chime tones that toll from many grandfather clocks have roots in history.