Used Longcase Clocks
1910s Belgian Jugendstil Used Longcase Clocks
Brass
19th Century Swedish Used Longcase Clocks
Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Used Longcase Clocks
Brass
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Late 18th Century English Georgian Used Longcase Clocks
Brass, Steel
1920s German Art Deco Used Longcase Clocks
Chrome
19th Century Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1920s English Art Deco Used Longcase Clocks
Oak
1830s English Georgian Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1980s British Arts and Crafts Used Longcase Clocks
Oak
1920s English Edwardian Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
19th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Longcase Clocks
Wood
Late 18th Century English Georgian Used Longcase Clocks
Metal
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Used Longcase Clocks
Ormolu
Late 18th Century Danish Louis XVI Used Longcase Clocks
Wood, Paint
1850s English Victorian Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
19th Century Used Longcase Clocks
Oak
1720s British Georgian Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1850s English Victorian Used Longcase Clocks
Brass
18th Century English George III Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
19th Century Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1770s Swedish Rococo Used Longcase Clocks
Wood
1880s French Empire Used Longcase Clocks
Bronze, Ormolu
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Used Longcase Clocks
Ceramic, Oak
18th Century English Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1770s Swedish Gustavian Used Longcase Clocks
Wood
17th Century English Used Longcase Clocks
Early 19th Century George III Used Longcase Clocks
Glass, Mahogany
1920s British Edwardian Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Early 1800s English Georgian Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English Used Longcase Clocks
Lacquer
Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Used Longcase Clocks
Brass, Enamel, Iron
1780s English Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1810s English George III Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1780s English Georgian Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
19th Century British Victorian Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Early 19th Century English George III Used Longcase Clocks
Other
1770s English Georgian Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Early 19th Century George III Used Longcase Clocks
Brass
Mid-18th Century English George II Used Longcase Clocks
Brass
Early 19th Century English Edwardian Used Longcase Clocks
Oak
Late 18th Century English Chippendale Used Longcase Clocks
Brass
1760s English George III Used Longcase Clocks
Brass, Other
1710s English Used Longcase Clocks
Walnut
19th Century English George III Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Early 1800s Scottish George III Used Longcase Clocks
Oak
1760s English George III Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
19th Century French Louis XV Used Longcase Clocks
Wood, Giltwood
19th Century Napoleon III Used Longcase Clocks
Metal, Brass, Bronze
1780s English George III Used Longcase Clocks
Brass
1770s English George III Used Longcase Clocks
Oak
Early 1800s English George III Used Longcase Clocks
Other
1720s English George I Used Longcase Clocks
Fruitwood
Late 18th Century English Chippendale Used Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1790s English Georgian Used Longcase Clocks
Oak
1830s English Georgian Used Longcase Clocks
Iron
19th Century European George III Used Longcase Clocks
Other
Early 18th Century British Queen Anne Used Longcase Clocks
Walnut
Early 1800s English George III Used Longcase Clocks
Brass
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Finding the Right grandfather-clocks-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.
- How does a longcase clock work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A longcase clock works with the help of a pendulum, which is usually hidden away in the body of the clock. As the pendulum swings, it creates kinetic energy that then turns the gears to move the hands on the face. You'll find a variety of longcase clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Banjo 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, 2022The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Mercury 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, 2022Carriage 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2022Mechanical 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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