Longcase clock 1715 - 1725

This Longcase clock was made by George Graham, standing nearly 80 inches tall. The clock commands attention through its pronounced verticality, emphasized by the long, rectangular case. This structure is divided into three distinct sections: the base, the trunk, and the hood, each contributing to the clock’s overall monumentality. The dark wood grain offers a stark contrast with the brass ornamentation. The clock's face, framed by gilded accents, presents a complex arrangement of numbers and indicators. Here, mathematical precision meets aesthetic refinement. Time, traditionally an abstract concept, is rendered tangible through this clock. The semiotic implications are evident: it signifies not just timekeeping, but also human understanding of the cosmos. It invites us to reflect on the structured nature of our existence.