1920 Grandfather Clock
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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Vintage 1920s Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Oak
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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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Grandfather Clocks and Lon...
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Art Deco Oak and Mahogany Longcase Clock by Enfield
By Enfield Clock Company 1
Located in Norwich, GB
Art Deco oak cased longcase clock with arched top and mahogany moulding, serpentine shaped base
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Oak
Chinoiserie lacquer Grandmother clock, circa 1920
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality early 20th Century Mahogany Grandmother clock, having wonderful Chinoiserie lacquer
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20th Century English Chinoiserie Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Mahogany
Swedish Mora Clock Rococo Model
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Mora Clock, Rococo Model. its been restored and repainted with Milk paints
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Rococo Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Materials
Wood
Huge Illuminated Advertising Clock by Gensign
Located in London, GB
A huge Illuminated Advertising clock by Gensign
We are proud to offer a rare and remarkable double
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Vintage 1920s British Victorian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Metal, Sheet Metal
Early 20th Century Inlaid Mahogany Longcase Clock
Located in Martlesham, GB
A lovely early 20th century mahogany cased eight day longcase clock, the eight day movement
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Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Mahogany
Early 20th Century inlaid mahogany musical longcase clock
Located in Martlesham, GB
. The clock has recently been serviced and is ready to go. Circa 1920.
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Vintage 1920s British Edwardian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Mahogany
Antique quality oak brass face grandmother clock
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique quality oak brass face grandmother clock having a quality brass dial silvered chapter ring
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Early 20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Brass
'Bauhaus' Chrome Art Deco Longcase Clock
By Bauhaus
Located in Norwich, GB
‘Bauhaus’ Chrome Longcase Clock
Chrome and ebonized longcase clock resting on a heavy ebonised
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Chrome
French 19th Century Provincial Horloge Case Clock
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A carved crest of a basket with flowers crowns this heavily carved oak case clock, c. mid 1800’s
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20th Century French French Provincial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Cl...
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Portois and Fix Viennese Tall Case Clock
By Portois & Fix
Located in Dallas, TX
Art Deco Portois and Fix Viennese Tall Case Clock.
Part of a complete Dining Room Set comprising of
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Brass
Early 20th Century French Cupboard into Art Nouveau Longcase Grandfather Clock
Located in Labrit, Landes
French cupboard into an Art Nouveau/Art Deco longcase clock
Oak
The shelves can be renovated if you
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Cabinets
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Oak
H 79.93 in W 17.72 in D 11.62 in
1920s Famous Alfred Munnings Oil Painting of his Favourite Hound
By Alfred Munnings
Located in London, GB
characters left around to wink at him (see photo of the front hall at Castle House-below grandfather clock
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Early 20th Century Naturalistic Animal Paintings
Materials
Oil
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H 38.59 in W 29.14 in
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Located in Opole, PL
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The case is a traditional Liverpool made one, as Liverpool cases of that period are probably the fines...
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H 84.65 in W 19.69 in D 10.04 in
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By MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Tulip vase Big is available as an exclusive Personal Edition, Marcel's label carrying works of a more personal and experimental nature. The pieces of the Delft Blue series are unlimi...
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H 13 in W 9.06 in D 11.82 in
Chippendale Style Mahogany Grandmother Clock, Late 19th Century
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality late 19th century mahogany Chippendale revival mahogany grandmother clock, having wonderful carved blind fret work decoration to the swan neck pediment hood, a br...
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English 1820s Georgian Period Black and Gold Chinoiserie Chest with Stone Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Georgian ebonized chinoiserie chest-of-drawers from the early 19th century with gilt and black lacquered accents and later added stone top. Created in England during the f...
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H 32.5 in W 37 in D 17 in
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Pull Out Bar, France, c. 1930's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique Macassar ebony bar that pulls out to reveal built-in compartments for barware. Gold leafed base and handle as well as interior details. Original condition from the 1930's. ...
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French Provincial Walnut Tall Case Clock, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
French Provincial Walnut Tall Case Clock, 19th Century
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Antique 19th Century French Country Clocks
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Art Deco Dining Room Set by Mercier Freres, France, 1920s
By Mercier Freres
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Rare and stunning Art Deco dining-room set by Mercier Freres, dating from the 1920s, comprising a large, square, extendable table, eight chairs, a sideboard with top display cabinet,...
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19th Century French Comtoise Tall Longcase Painted Pine Clock
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A very tall rustic painted pine longcase clock having Folk Art floral decoration and pretty enamel face with ornate pressed brass figural top. Round piece of glass has been replaced,...
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George Nelson Mini Grandfather Clock for Howard Miller
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful half-height tabletop grandfather clock in rosewood. Designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller clock company. Wind-up mechanism. Weights and pendulum are purely decorative.
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Vintage 1950s American Clocks
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Rosewood
French Provincial Morbier Tall Case Clock, Vignaud Bonnet, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
19th Century French Provincial Morbier Tall Case Clock, Vignaud Bonnet, having a circular dial with Roman numerals and a pressed brass pendulum, the case with painted floral decorati...
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Antique 19th Century French Clocks
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Brass
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 thread inlay, hand painted dial with arabic numerals and polychrome painting. massive...
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Antique 19th Century English Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Edwardian Mahogany Grandmother Clock
Located in Norwich, GB
Edwardian mahogany Grandmother clock standing on a stepped base with inset roundel, break arch pediment with long trunk door.
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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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 grain and condition.
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Beautiful Antique English Grandfather Clock, Mahogany, 19th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful antique English grandfather clock, mahogany, 19th century.
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English Grandmother Clock Richard Wells Truro
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Refined English grandmother clock in mahogany
Made by Richard Wells of Truro in Cornwall
Broken arch pediment to top
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Vintage 1980s Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Mahogany
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Located in Manalapan, NJ
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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German Grandfather Clock Deco Style
Located in Carson City, NV
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Located in Pomona, CA
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Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Germany. 173768. Oak frame. Stained glass panel doors. With weights and pendulum. 78 5/8" h x 22 1/4" w x 17" d.
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Tall Chinoiserie Red Painted Grandfather Clock
Located in New York, NY
Tall chinoiserie red painted grandfather clock.
Stock number: CC55.
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20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Vintage North American Mahogany Wood Longcase Grandfather's Clock
Located in Tarry Town, NY
American Sheraton style long case clock with silvered dial and raised brass with Arabic numerals
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Vintage 1920s North American Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Rare Danish Grandfather Clock, Signed by the Famous Urban Jørgensen
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Rare Danish grandfather clock. Movement made and signed by the famous Urban Jørgensen, circa 1910
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20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Wood
20th Century White-Grey Danish Gustavian Grandfather Clock by Urban Jørgensen
By Urban Bruun Jürgensen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A white-grey, vintage Danish Gustavian grandfather clock made of hand carved Pinewood, the movement
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20th Century Danish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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H 80.75 in W 23 in D 11.5 in
Jacques Mahogany and Glass Six Chime Tall Clock with Moon Phase, circa 1920
By Charles Jacques
Located in Milford, NH
A splendid mahogany six tubular chime tall case clock with moon phase by New York City clockmaker
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Early 20th Century American Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Metal
H 89.5 in W 22 in D 15.25 in
Chinoiserie Decorated Westminster Chiming Grandmother Clock
By William Greenwood & Sons
Located in Norwich, GB
Elegant Grandmother clock standing on a raised, moulded plinth surmounted by a ribbed pagoda and
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Chinoiserie Lacquered Grandmother Clock
Located in Hixson, TN
Chinoiserie lacquered grandmother clock. Wonderful detail and color applied. Painted over gesso and
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Oak Cased Grandmother Clock
Located in Cheshire, GB
Oak cased grandmother clock, the three train movement by Junghans, the silvered chapter ring with
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American Sheraton Style Longcase Clock
Located in Montreal, QC
American Sheraton style longcase clock, the silvered dial with raised brass Arabic numerals and
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Vintage 1920s American Sheraton Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Japanned Eight Day Grandmother Clock
Located in Cheshire, GB
Cream japanned grandmother clock, Elliott London. The eight-day movement striking on gongs to the
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Early 20th Century British Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Antique quality brass arched dial grandmother clock
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique quality brass arched dial grandmother clock having a quality brass arched dial with a
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Early 20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Brass
Antique Quality Oak Brass Face Chiming Grandmother Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique quality oak brass face chiming grandmother clock having a brass arched dial with original
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Early 20th Century English Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Outstanding Quality Antique Mahogany 8 Day Chiming Grandmother Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique mahogany 8 day chiming grandmother clock having an outstanding quality
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Early 20th Century English George III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Cl...
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H 70.08 in W 13.39 in D 10.83 in
Antique Quality Oak Brass Face Eight Day Chiming Grandmother Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique quality oak brass face Eight day chiming grandmother clock having a quality brass face with
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Early 20th Century English Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Brass
Antique Walter Durfee Signed Carved Mahogany Bombe 8-Chime Tall Case Clock
By Walter Durfee
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique tall case mahogany Walter Durfee grandfather clock features bonnet with broken arch
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20th Century American Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Art Deco Burl Walnut and Shagreen Clock Cocktail Cabinet, English, 1925
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Fabulous Art Deco floor clock and cabinet.
The finest of quality. This is a one off piece.
The
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Satinwood, Walnut
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H 72 in W 17 in D 10 in
French Country Grandfather clock or Comtoise
Located in Winter Park, FL
A very attractive seven day Morbier clock in a painted pine case from the east of France. Chimes on
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Early 20th Century French Cupboard into Art Nouveau Longcase Grandfather Clock
Located in Labrit, Landes
French Cupboard into a art nouveau/art deco longcase clock
Oak
The shelves can be renovated if
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H 79.93 in W 17.72 in D 11.62 in
Eszeha Germany 1920 Travel Pendant Desk Clock in Sterling Silver with Guilloche
By Eszeha
Located in Miami, FL
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
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Sur la Plage - Juan les Pins
By Jean Pougny
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French Comtoise Grandfather Clock or Comtoise
Located in Winter Park, FL
A country French comtoise, or grandfather clock, with polychrome painted pine case and embossed
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American Waltham Nine Tube Longcase Grandfather Clock
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
aperture enclosed by pierced spandrels, triple chime on the quarters and hour,
circa 1920
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Rare Art Deco Longcase Clock / Cocktail Cabinet
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Norwich, GB
Art Deco longcase clock
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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Atr Deco Quarter Clock, 1930
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present Art Deco quarter clock, 1930 Germany
The furniture, has been manually renovated to
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Art Deco Chinoiserie Decorated Grandmother Clock
Located in Norwich, GB
Art Deco grandmother clock in a tapered case with Chinoiserie decoration on a red ground
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
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French 20th Century Painted Tall Case Clock
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
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Swedish Painted Mora Clock, Signed and Dated 1924
Located in Evergreen, CO
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Antique Peter Trauffer Black Forest Longcase Clock with Hand-Carved Fox & Birds
By Peter Trauffer
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
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Unique Art Deco Era, Industrial Aviation Design Airplane Propeller Wooden Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
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Tall French Louis XVI Long Case Clock w/ Walnut Case, circa 1790
Located in Miami, FL
1920.
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French Miniature Brittany Clock
Located in Winter Park, FL
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Art Decò Horse Bronze Sculpture
Located in Palermo, IT
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By Jean Pougny
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
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Located in Dilsen-Stokkem, BE
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1920 Grandfather Clock For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1920 grandfather clock you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each 1920 grandfather clock for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1920 grandfather clock — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A 1920 grandfather clock, designed in the Art Deco or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Enfield Clock Company, Finnigans Ltd. and Peter Trauffer each produced at least one beautiful 1920 grandfather clock that is worth considering.
How Much is a 1920 Grandfather Clock?
Prices for a 1920 grandfather clock start at $1,385 and top out at $191,110 with the average selling for $5,701.
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.
Questions About 1920 Grandfather Clock
- Are grandfather clocks valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique 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, 2022The 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, 2022A 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, 2021A 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, 2022The 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, 2022A 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, 2022A 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, 2022Grandfather 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021To 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, 2021You 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, 2022Howard 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, 2022To 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, 2021Old 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, 2022Most 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 ExpertMarch 5, 2024To 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.
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