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Rosewood Grandfather Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent English longcase, or grandfather, clock boasts a fine rosewood case inlaid with an
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19th Century English Used Grandfather Clocks

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Silver Plate, Silver

Used Rosewood Grandfather Clock
Rosewood Grandfather Clock
H 98 in W 24.75 in D 17.5 in
Scottish Grandfather Clock
Located in New York, NY
Scottish Grandfather clock: Clock face painted with settings of the Fair Maid of Perth during the
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19th Century Used Grandfather Clocks

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Wood

Used Scottish Grandfather Clock
Scottish Grandfather Clock
H 76 in W 21 in D 9 in
European Grandfather Clock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Self standing European large clock, at moment dos not shows the good time. Fantastic patina, sign on the bottom part, we purchase the clock in Italy but we can not determinate the si...
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Early 20th Century Italian Belle Époque Used Grandfather Clocks

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Metal

Used European Grandfather Clock
European Grandfather Clock
H 78.5 in W 23 in D 21 in
French Cloisonne Grandfather Clock
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous antique French grandfather clock which is highly decorated with Cloisonne work Hopefully
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1980s Used Grandfather Clocks

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Multi-gemstone

Used French Cloisonne Grandfather Clock
French Cloisonne Grandfather Clock
H 87 in W 18 in D 14 in
English Inlaid Grandfather Clock
Located in Wilson, NC
This clock is profusely inlaid with rosewood ,ebony, satinwood, and boxwood. The bonnet has two inlaid shell pateries. The center door has a classical urn inlay (floral and leaf) as ...
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1790s English Used Grandfather Clocks

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Brass, Steel

Used English Inlaid Grandfather Clock
English Inlaid Grandfather Clock
H 90 in W 19.5 in D 9.5 in
Swedish grandfather clock, circa 1790
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
This authentic Swedish grandfather clock, from circa 1790, features its original paint and
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18th Century Used Grandfather Clocks

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Glass, Wood

Used Swedish grandfather clock, circa 1790
Swedish grandfather clock, circa 1790
H 48.43 in W 17.72 in D 12.21 in
French Grandfather Clock Kingwood Inlay
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A gorgeous shaped French chimney Grandfather clock in kingwood Features marquetry inlays and best
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1930s Used Grandfather Clocks

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Kingwood

French Grandfather Tall Case Clock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th Century Grandfather Clock is decorated with hand-painted, gold leaf chinoiserie. The
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Early 19th Century French Chinoiserie Used Grandfather Clocks

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Gold Leaf

Used French Grandfather Tall Case Clock
French Grandfather Tall Case Clock
H 95 in W 18 in D 11 in
French Provincial Walnut Grandfather Clock
Located in New York, NY
French Provincial (Mid-18th Century) walnut grandfather clock with fruitwood inlay and fluted sides
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18th Century and Earlier French Louis XVI Used Grandfather Clocks

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Glass, Walnut

Used French Provincial Walnut Grandfather Clock
French Provincial Walnut Grandfather Clock
H 97.5 in W 23 in D 14.75 in
Vernis Martin Style Grandfather Clock
Located in Wilson, NC
Vernis Martin style grandfather clock, with the front and sides richly embellished with ormolu
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1840s French Used Grandfather Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Vernis Martin Style Grandfather Clock
Vernis Martin Style Grandfather Clock
H 94 in W 20.5 in D 14.5 in
18th Century German Grandfather Clock
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid 18th century walnut wood framed German 8-Day Grandfather clock. The tall case clock featured a
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1750s German Used Grandfather Clocks

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Brass

Shaker-Style Tall Case Grandfather Clock
Located in New York, NY
Shaker-Style Tall Case Grandfather Clock from the 20th century, painted red and black. Here are the
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20th Century American Used Grandfather Clocks

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Wood

Shaker-Style Tall Case Grandfather Clock
Shaker-Style Tall Case Grandfather Clock
H 73 in W 12.5 in D 8.25 in
Sheraton Grandfather Clock Mahogany Inlay Resolute
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Glorious Sheraton Revival grandfather clock in mahogany Features intricate inlay work including
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1980s Sheraton Used Grandfather Clocks

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Mahogany

Modern Grandfather Clock by Howard Miller
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern grandfather clock by Howard Miller, chrome and Lucite.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Grandfather Clocks

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Metal

George III Painted Dial Grandfather Clock
Located in Wilson, NC
George III painted dial grandfather clock, the bonnet has a swan neck broken arch pediment with
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1790s English George III Used Grandfather Clocks

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Metal, Brass, Steel

19th Century French Comtoise Grandfather Clock
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century Country French comtoise, or grandfather clock, with pine case and embossed brass
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19th Century French French Provincial Used Grandfather Clocks

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Brass, Enamel

Rustic Black Forest Walnut Grandfather Clock
By Lenzkirch
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Black Forest (19th Century) carved walnut grandfather clock with 3 bears at base, 2 bears on
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19th Century German Rustic Used Grandfather Clocks

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Walnut

Early 20th Century Swedish Painted Grandfather Clock
Located in Houston, TX
The Early 20th Century Swedish Painted Grandfather Clock stands as a testament to the exquisite
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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Used Grandfather Clocks

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Glass, Wood, Paint

Grandfather Clock Oak Longcase Chiming Tempus Fugit
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous English oak antique grandfather clock Lovely clock face with a small panel reading 'Tempus
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1920s Used Grandfather Clocks

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Oak

Empire Mahogany Grandfather Clock, early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large Empire grandfather clock with a mahogany-veneered case in the shape of a lyre. The
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Early 19th Century German Empire Used Grandfather Clocks

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Enamel

Mini Grandfather Clock Apprentice Piece 1890 Sheraton
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous mini Grandfather clock in the Sheraton manner Circa 1890 on this small apprentice piece
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1890s Sheraton Used Grandfather Clocks

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Satinwood

18th Century Walnut Brass Dial Grandfather Clock
Located in Wilson, NC
18th century walnut brass dial grandfather clock, the bonnet has a beautiful broken arch swan neck
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1770s Scottish Used Grandfather Clocks

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Brass, Steel, Iron

Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Graceful curves and unique lines create the attractive silhouette of this Swedish mora grandfather
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Used Grandfather Clocks

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Wood, Paint

Howard Miller Burl Wood Case Grandfather Clock
By Howard Miller
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern burl wood case grandfather clock by Howard Miller. Stunning design burl wood
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Grandfather Clocks

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Burl

French Louis XV Style Ormolu Grandfather Clock
By Jean-Henri Riesener
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine 19th century french Louis XV style ormolu-mounted mahogany grandfather clock, having
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19th Century French Louis XV Used Grandfather Clocks

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Ormolu

French Louis XV Style Ormolu Grandfather Clock
French Louis XV Style Ormolu Grandfather Clock
H 88.59 in W 19.69 in D 11.82 in
Richard Meier for Acerbis International Grandfather Clock
By Richard Meier, Acerbis Design
Located in Vienna, AT
Designed in 1996 for Acerbis International, Italy, white lacquered wood, quartz clock with precision mechanism, height 195 cm, 35 x 35 cm Prototype of a small series of only a few e...
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1990s Italian Used Grandfather Clocks

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Softwood

Antique Scottish Dunning Oak & Satinwood Grandfather Clock 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
*** Antique Scottish Dunning Oak Grandfather Clock with Broken Arch Crest, Brass Finials, and Satinwood Inlaid
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19th Century European Used Grandfather Clocks

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Oak, Satinwood

19th Century Long-Case Grandfather Clock, Sweden
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 19th century Swedish long-case clock with dry-scraped finish. This antique clock from Sweden, circa 1820s, is topped with a subtly raised and carved crest, atop a round-shaped head...
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19th Century Swedish Used Grandfather Clocks

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Wood

Antique English Mahogany Grandfather Clock, circa 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
8 bells and gongs, this is a magnificent clock in every aspect of its construction.
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Late 19th Century English Used Grandfather Clocks

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Mahogany

French Late 19th Century Louis XV Grandfather Clock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French late 19th century Louis XV grandfather clock.
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Late 19th Century French Used Grandfather Clocks

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Wood

Antique French Provincial Grandfather Clock, Circa 1870-1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French provincial grandfather clock, circa 1870-1880.
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Used Grandfather Clocks

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Wood

Victorian Grandfather Clock Longcase Mahogany Time Chime 1840
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Refined Victorian grandfather clock in mahogany Brass clock face is inscribed Baker Atherstone who
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1840s Victorian Used Grandfather Clocks

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Mahogany

19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Crotch Maple Grandfather Clock
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome 19th century Austrian Biedermeier crotch maple grandfather clock. Beautiful wood grain and
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19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Used Grandfather Clocks

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Maple

Beautiful Antique English Grandfather Clock, Oak, 19th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful antique English grandfather clock, oak, around 1800 walnut/burr wood. Case with
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19th Century English Used Grandfather Clocks

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Oak

George Nelson Midcentury Burlwood and Rosewood Grandfather Clock
By George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson Mid Century Burlwood and Rosewood Grandfather Clock This clock measures: 16.5 wide
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Used Grandfather Clocks

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Rosewood, Burl

George Nelson Midcentury Burlwood and Rosewood Grandfather Clock
By George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson midcentury Burlwood and Rosewood Grandfather Clock This clock measures: 16.5 wide
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Grandfather Clocks

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Rosewood, Burl

Beautiful Antique English Grandfather Clock, Oak, 19th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful antique English grandfather clock, oak, 19th century. English floor clock, oak with
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19th Century English Used Grandfather Clocks

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Oak

19th Century English Chippendale Long Case Grandfather Clock
Located in Dallas, TX
Very fine 19th century English Chippendale long case grandfather clock by Baxondale and Company
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19th Century English Chippendale Used Grandfather Clocks

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Metal

Beautiful Antique English Grandfather Clock, Mahogany, 19th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful antique English grandfather clock, mahogany, 19th century. English floor clock, oak
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19th Century English Victorian Used Grandfather Clocks

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Mahogany, Oak

Unique Antique English Grandfather Clock, Mahogany, 18th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique antique English grandfather clock, mahogany, 18th century. English floor clock, 18th
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18th Century English Victorian Used Grandfather Clocks

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Wood, Mahogany

Antique Painted Danish Grandfather Clock, 19th Century, Denmark
Located in Virum, DK
This stately grandfather clock is from the first quarter of the 19th century. It is made in the
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Early 19th Century Danish Used Grandfather Clocks

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Pine

Oak Cased Grandfather Clock by Benjamin Lamprey, Burford
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Benjamin Lamprey Long Case Clock. A wonderful Grandfather clock by the Cotswold clock maker
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18th Century Used Grandfather Clocks

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Oak

Arne Hovmand-Olsen Grandfather Clock 1965 in Teak
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Arne Hovmand-Olsen, conical shaped Grandfarher clock 1965. With brass hands and brass hour marks. Inside with shelfes. Made in teak.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Grandfather Clocks

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Brass

Superb 19th Century Grandfather Clock by Haentges Freres
By Haentges Freres
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Re´gulateur de Parquet" Grandfather longcase Clock by Haentges Freres. The drum case mounted with
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Used Grandfather Clocks

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Ormolu

French 18th Century Coromandel and Ormolu Grandfather Clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A magnificent large scale French 18th century Coromandel and ormolu Grandfather Clock, by André
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18th Century French Used Grandfather Clocks

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XV St. Grandfather Clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, and ormolu grandfather clock. The clock is raised by a fine scalloped shaped kingwood base with a
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19th Century French Louis XV Used Grandfather Clocks

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Ormolu

Lord Nelson Commemorative Georgian Mahogany Longcase Grandfather Clock
Located in Dorking, GB
This Georgian Mahogany longcase clock was made in the Georgian period of about 1815. It is a chiming 8 day clock with golden feathered grain. It has an inlaid and crossbanded decor...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Used Grandfather Clocks

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Brass

Vintage Piper Grandfather Clock, Hermle Movement with Westminster Chime.
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Vintage, 1976, weight-driven Piper grandfather clock. The clock has a West Germany Franz Hermle 451
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20th Century Used Grandfather Clocks

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Wood

Original Green Painted Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, Dated 1787
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique Swedish Mora Grandfather clock with original painted finish. Pine longcase with original
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Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Used Grandfather Clocks

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Wood, Paint

Antique Morbier French Provincial Fruitwood Grandfather Long Case Clock
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Morbier French Provincial Fruitwood Grandfather Long Case Clock Additional information
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19th Century French Provincial Used Grandfather Clocks

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Fruitwood

George Nelson for Howard Miller Midcentury Lucite Grandfather Clock
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid Century lucite Grandfather Clock This clock measures: 13
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Grandfather Clocks

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Metal

The Walden Ridge Ridgeway Grandfather Clock Oak Tall Case
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Walden Ridge Ridgeway Grandfather Clock Oak Tall Case. Item features serial # 8206809, solid
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1980s Chippendale Used Grandfather Clocks

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Glass, Oak

Wonderful English 18th-19th Century Red Chinoiserie Grandfather Clock
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
English late 18th-early 19th century red chinoiserie grandfathers clock. Brass dial inscribed Jan
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Late 18th Century English Chinoiserie Used Grandfather Clocks

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Metal

English Neo-Gothic Grandfather Clock, Payne & Co., 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large tower-shaped grandfather clock with crenellations and openwork tracery windows on the sides
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Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Used Grandfather Clocks

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Walnut

French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Oak Grandfather Clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome French 18th century Louis XVI period oak grandfather clock. The clock is raised by a
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18th Century French Louis XVI Used Grandfather Clocks

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Oak

Antique Gray Painted Danish Grandfather Clock, 19th Century, Denmark
Located in Virum, DK
This stately Grandfather clock is from the first quarter of the 19th century. It is made in the
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Early 19th Century Danish Used Grandfather Clocks

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Pine

Rare Hendrick Schoonbeck Dutch Marquetry Tall Case Grandfather Clock
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Signed Hendrick Schoonbeek, Amsterdam The arched hood with molded cornice above a shaped long door inlaid with checkerboard parquetry, the similarly inlaid shaped plinth raised on b...
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1740s Dutch Rococo Used Grandfather Clocks

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Brass, Iron

Antique Victorian Oak & Mahogany Painted Arched Dial Grandfather Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian oak & mahogany painted arched dial grandfather clock signed Anthony Binks having
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19th Century English Victorian Used Grandfather Clocks

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Other

French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Oak Grandfather Clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most elegant Danish 18th century Louis XVI period oak grandfather clock. The clock is raised by
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18th Century French Louis XVI Used Grandfather Clocks

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Oak

19th Century French Comtoise Grandfather Clock with Automated Pendulum
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French Country comtoise, or grandfather clock, with polychrome painted pine case and embossed
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19th Century French Country Used Grandfather Clocks

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Brass, Enamel

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Used Grandfather Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of used grandfather clocks is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique used grandfather clocks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and softwood. There are all kinds of used grandfather clocks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Used grandfather clocks bearing Georgian or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Howard Miller, George Nelson and Herschede Clock Co. each produced beautiful used grandfather clocks that are worth considering.

How Much are Used Grandfather Clocks?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $5,486, while they’re typically $450 on the low end and $2,500,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks for You

Antique grandfather clocks and longcase clocks are staples of old-world design sensibilities, and, along with their storied history, these statuesque timepieces can bring a feeling of warmth to living rooms, dining rooms and other areas of your home.

Longcase clocks, which originated in England and were manufactured in the United States beginning in the 1700s, refer to tall clocks with a face and clock works positioned high in the housing while a large swinging pendulum movement is tucked inside the case, which is supported by a carved base called a plinth.

While guests making their way through your foyer (another ideal location for such a furnishing) might typically refer to your longcase clock as a “grandfather clock,” there are actually three varieties of these stylish floor clocks, which include granddaughter clocks (the shortest, generally not one solid piece of wood and around three to five feet tall), grandmother clocks (the slimmer middle ground, between five feet and six feet tall) and grandfather clocks, which are typically between six and seven feet tall.

Sculptural and statement-making, antique grandfather clocks created by the likes of the Seth Thomas Clock Company, the Howard Miller Clock Company, Hermle or other clockmakers are an alluring choice in filling up space in a room, while the shorter longcase clocks are just as useful if you need an element that is comparatively muted or you’re working with limited space.

Each generation of artisan clockmakers, working in various furniture styles over time, contributed its own flourishes to the design of longcase clocks. Antique grandfather clocks in the Georgian style share commonalities with neoclassical design. They were often made in dark woods such as mahogany and feature intricate carving. Mahogany is also common for Victorian-era grandfather clocks, although examples of this style can be found in oak and walnut too. Designers of contemporary grandfather clocks are using a range of materials.

It’s easy to get confused when determining the origins or value of an antique grandfather clock or other vintage longcase clock. While an antique appraiser will be able to tell quickly, searching for a manufacturer’s name engraved on the face and dial of the clock may be an easy way to learn about the history of your clock.

Find a distinctive variety of antique grandfather clocks and longcase clocks on 1stDibs, and browse our collection of unusually beautiful clocks, wall clocks, desk clocks and other vintage clocks too.

Questions About Used Grandfather Clocks
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The moon on a grandfather clock is a dial that allows you to track the phases of the moon. It features 28 different points corresponding to the 28 days of a lunar cycle. Find a variety of grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A tubular chime grandfather clock has a very rich sound that is deeper and holds on longer than chime rod mechanical clocks. As the name implies, grandfather clocks strike a chime. A tubular chime is shaped like a tube with an open center, whereas chime clocks do not have that added center space. Shop a collection of grandfather clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique grandfather clocks tend to be more valuable than contemporary ones. Even if it doesn't work, an antique grandfather clock can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, as long as it's in good condition.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A hanging grandfather clock is sometimes called a long case or tall case clock. The name comes from the fact that the clock has the same elongated body as a grandfather clock. Its dimensions are necessary to accommodate a swinging pendulum. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of grandfather clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A mini grandfather clock is called a grandmother clock. It shares the same basic stylistic features as a traditional grandfather clock but usually has a narrower case and is under 6 feet, 3 inches tall. On 1stDibs, find a range of grandmother clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Grandfather clocks have been manufactured by different makers for hundreds of years, so the first step to find out if yours is a real antique is to look for the maker’s mark. The company name could be engraved on the face of the clock or somewhere inside. You might also find a copyright or identifying numbers which you can use to look up the date of manufacture. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly-vetted antique grandfather clocks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A grandfather clock's worth is dependent on its condition, maker, material, and age. On 1stDibs, a grandfather clock costs anywhere from $595 to $197,632.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Golden Age of grandfather clocks is the name of the period of time during which the earliest grandfather and longcase clocks were made. It began in the 1660s and lasted until the 1730s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique grandfather clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Banjo clocks operate like other clocks but with a unique design. First designed to be a traditional wall clock, due to the elaborate design they evolved to be mantel pieces proudly displayed in the home. In the 1940s, large-scale banjo clocks were made for railroad stations. Shop a collection of banjo clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The infamous elephant clock was primarily used to tell time but was also a status symbol and representation of wealth. Its unique movement received power from running water. You can find a range of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    To get your grandfather clock to chime correctly, you must wait until the next hour count and note how many hours the clock chimes and then move the hour hand to the hour the clock chimed. Then you can reset the clock to the proper time.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    You can get your grandfather clock to chime correctly in a few easy steps. Firstly, wait for the next hour to chime on the clock. After that, count how many hours your grandfather clock chimes. With your finger, move the hour hand to the number of the hour count, and reset the time clock to the correct time. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with an antiques appraiser or related professional for help. Find a variety of grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Howard Miller grandfather clocks can be identified by a label located on the back of the clock, or inside of the front door or the inside of the back panel behind the movement. Older models may have “Made in Germany” on the label. Find a variety of authentic Howard Miller grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To read the moon dial on a grandfather clock, use the numbers and markings that appear along the outer edge. For example, if "20" is in the 12 o'clock position, the lunar cycle is currently on its 20th day. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of grandfather clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Old grandfather clocks are worth anywhere from a few hundred dollars to $100,000, on average. A high quality, full functioning antique grandfather clock will fetch around $3,000. Those that are highly detailed will typically garner higher prices.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most historians believe that early grandfather clocks were 6 feet tall because the long case was required to hold a pendulum of adequate length to power their movement. Some clocks are even larger, though this is likely to give them a more substantial, decorative look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of grandfather clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mercury was used in antique clocks as a pendulum weight. Clockmakers used mercury for its tolerance to changes in heat and assistance in keeping time. Mercury can be found in older clocks, but is not widely used in newer styles. Find a range of vintage timepieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Carriage clocks were used to tell time while traveling during the 19th-century. The clocks were lighter and smaller than timepieces used in homes, making them more portable. After the invention of wristwatches in 1868, carriage clocks became less necessary and gradually faded in popularity. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique carriage clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 5, 2024
    To determine the value of a Howard Miller grandfather clock, look for the serial number and check trusted online resources and auction houses to see the sales prices of pieces of similar age and style. This should at least help provide an estimate with respect to how much your item is worth. Keep in mind that the age, rarity and condition of any antique or vintage clock will also impact its value.

    Your Howard Miller clock may have a label that is affixed to the back of the clock or is tucked inside the case on the back or side. The clock's model and serial number will appear on this label. If you're able to hunt down and consult vintage trade catalogs, these numbers will be of help in identifying the clock.

    If the original parts of your Howard Miller grandfather clock have been replaced or repaired, this will also be a factor in determining its value. Because there is a range of aspects that can affect the value of your grandfather clock or any other antique, it's typically a good idea to have a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer evaluate a clock. An expert can properly assess the condition of your clock and likely give you a clear picture of how much it's worth.

    On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage Howard Miller grandfather clocks, wall clocks and table clocks.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The painting commonly referred to as “Melting Clocks” is oil on canvas. Salvador Dalí painted it in 1931. Its name is actually The Persistence of Memory, and it is one of the Spanish Surrealist artist's most well-known works. Find a collection of Salvador Dalí art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mechanical clocks were used for a variety of reasons in the Middle Ages. The clocks were used to keep track of hours for daily prayers. They also helped monks to calculate solar and lunar eclipses, and also determined feast days with accuracy. On 1stDibs, find a collection of mechanical clocks from some of the world’s top sellers.

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