Leveraging more than four decades of experience in the field of real estate, developer Cameel Halim buys, renovates, and sells properties across Illinois through his company CH Ventures, LLC, a real estate development firm he operates with his wife. Outside of his professional pursuits, Cameel Halim enjoys collecting antique clocks.
Many of the pieces in his collection extend back to before the 1800s, and the number of antique timekeepers in his possession is more than 600. The long-time collector purchased a home in Evanston, Illinois, and is in the process of converting it into a museum. The types of clocks to be displayed are not only keepers of time, but also of history. For instance, the collection includes a piece once owned by an 18th-century Japanese shogun, and one of the collection's oldest piece, an elephant clock from what is present-day Germany, dates back to 1520. Visitors will soon be able to view the collection for themselves, when the Halim Time & Glass Museum opens in the fall of 2017.
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A collector of antique timepieces, real estate professional Cameel Halim has cultivated a collection of 600 clocks, many of which are on display at the Halim Museum of Time and Glass in Evanston, Illinois. Like many antiques, aged clocks require maintenance to keep them functioning correctly. It is helpful for enthusiasts like Cameel Halim to know these basic clock care tips.
1. Oil regularly: Behind their faces, clocks have many gears and moving parts that require synthetic clock oil to run smoothly. While the frequency with which a clock needs to be oiled depends on the style, most clocks must be cleaned and oiled once every three years to prevent damage. 2. Wind clocks gently: An antique clock should not take an extraordinary amount of force to wind up. You will know to stop winding when you feel significant resistance, or when you can hear the spring coils within the clock rubbing against one another. 3. Keep clocks away from heat: Putting an antique clock in direct sunlight, above a fireplace, or near a radiator can cause significant damage. Humidity and fluctuating temperatures can have an effect on a clock’s ability to function properly in both the short and long term. 4. Move clocks carefully: Mechanical antique clocks need to be correctly packed and gently handled, avoiding vibration and bumping that could bend gears or knock parts out of place. Remember to move all weights and pendulums before transport as well to prevent damage to the inside of the clock case. |
AuthorA successful real Chicago estate investor, Cameel Halim supports his community through a variety of charitable efforts. Archives
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