A superb Georgian grandfather clock, with an arched silver-plated dial signed by Robert Wood

Excellent Georgian grandfather clock, with a curved, silvered dial signed by Robert Wood, London, featuring an automatic movement on poles set in a painted mouth, chapters with date and seconds, steel hands, 8-day striking mechanism in a bell, enclosed in a pagoda with a brass fretwork panel flanked by brass finials and fluted Doric columns with brass capitals, above the fiery mahogany doors surrounding the original brass pendulum and weights, flanked by quarter columns ending in a panel base and apron. This stunning longcase clock retains its original finish and patina. c1795 

Robert Wood, better known for his bracket clocks, was the son of Robert Wood and worked from 1789 to at least 1811 at Finsbury Square.

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Empire-style furniture dates from the late 18th to early 19th century. It originated during Napoleon’s reign, characterized by significant similarities and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation. 

Neoclassical furniture reflects the Louis XVI style, which also draws heavily from ancient architecture. Notable and interesting are antique products in Rococo style and Louis XV. Next is Baroque, a term derived from the Portuguese 'barocco'—meaning irregularly developed pearl. These were highly decorative pieces meant to shine with splendor and play a prominent role in luxury. Unique materials were selectively used to emphasize the grandeur of these items.  

Today, we can observe how strongly the Baroque style influenced modern classical furniture, which is designed with a great resemblance to the historical period. An important style is also Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and left a significant mark on furniture craftsmanship. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and robust, often using brown stains, cornices, sturdy bases, and reliefs. These products were quite distinctive but also opened new possibilities, such as the construction of credenzas and broadly speaking, chest-type furniture. Mythology and ancient times also inspired these designs, with supports and legs taking animal forms.  

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