This elegant floor
clock, designed by Chris Bergelin features sixteen different species
of hardwoods and veneers: Cherry, Crotch Figured Mahogany, Russian
Walnut Burl, Movingue, Maple, Ebony, Padauk, Silver Gum, Black Cherry,
Magnolia, Beech, Avodire, Anegre, Pearwood, English Sycamore, and Boxwood.
Some of these species are very rare.
The beautiful swan
neck pediment is crowned with three carved finials, two carved rosettes,
and a carved finial shell at the center. Also on the pediment are bookmatched
Russian Walnut Burl with floral inlays framed with a Movingue border
with Ebony and Maple accent lines. The floral inlays include the species
listed above.
The ornate polished
brass, Roman numeral dial features custom cast corners, center, and
moon arch ornaments unique to this clock. The cast center disk is numbered
and features a removable engraving plate for personal inscriptions.
"Limited Edition" is inscribed across the hemispheres. The
dial also includes a special brass finished moon phase.
The decorative polished
brass lyre pendulum features a cast center disk with a spun silver background.
Complementing polished brass finished weight shells are embellished
with decorative bands with a silver-tone background.
The grand Bombay
base features carved moldings with a decorative cut-out framed with
carved floral motifs. Bookmatched Russian Walnut Burl with floral inlays
framed with a Movingue border with Ebony and Maple accent lines on the
front and sides. The floral inlays include the rare wood species listed
above.
Beveled glass on
all front and side glass. Top side doors allow access to the movement
and storage of the hand crank and key.
The impressive upper
and lower columns feature large reeds with carved acanthus accent moldings
between and intricately carved acanthus top and bottom column caps.
A delicate carved
molding graces the panel between the upper and lower doors. The upper
and lower doors feature crotch figured mahogany with complementing marquetry
of Maple, Ebony, Padauk, and Pearwood.
Finished in Windsor
Cherry on select hardwoods and veneers.
Adjustable levelers
under each corner provide stability on uneven and carpeted floors.
Locking door for
added security.
You will receive
a free heirloom plate, engraved with name and date, by returning the
enclosed request card to Howard Miller.
