Ridgeway Clocks Traditional Fairfax Grandfather Clock Review
This stately grandfather clock features an elegant swan neck pediment with embossed rosettes, a turned final that sits atop an intricately carved leaf overlay, and raised exotic crotch mahogany accents on the crown. Finished in a Glen Arbor Cherry on select hardwoods and veneers, attention is drawn to the large reeded posts with individual hand carved top and mid caps that gracefully frame the clock's dial. A mirrored case back and an interior light generate a prism of colors through a lyre pendulum with twisted rods and a decorative crystal inset center, measuring 10.63 inches (270mm) in overall diameter. A decorative matching crystal glass also graces the center of the clock's dial, which features a functioning astrological lunar calendar with pierced stars, which twinkles in the night from an interior light. The dial also displays raised Arabic numerals and pierced corner spandrels, framed with raised castings. A brass triple chime cable movement plays a choice of St. Michael's, Whittington or Westminster chimes and features an automatic night silence option. The movement can be viewed from the side glass access panels. Beveled glass is found on the front locking door and sides. MPN - 2048