Antique Animated Clocks
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Animated Clocks
Marble, Griotte Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Animated Clocks
Brass
19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Animated Clocks
Late 19th Century French Other Antique Animated Clocks
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
19th Century French Other Antique Animated Clocks
Paint
19th Century Egyptian Revival Antique Animated Clocks
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Animated Clocks
Bronze, Ormolu, Tôle
19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Animated Clocks
Marble, Bronze
18th Century English George III Antique Animated Clocks
Mahogany
1890s French Industrial Antique Animated Clocks
Brass
1920s German Victorian Antique Animated Clocks
Gesso, Wood, Paint
19th Century French Antique Animated Clocks
Metal
Late 17th Century Old Masters Antique Animated Clocks
Canvas, Oil
Early 19th Century European Regency Antique Animated Clocks
Bronze
1920s Sporting Art Antique Animated Clocks
Tin
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19th Century English Regency Antique Animated Clocks
Metal
1980s French Modern Antique Animated Clocks
Brass, Enamel
20th Century French Empire Antique Animated Clocks
Malachite, Ormolu
1920s French Art Deco Antique Animated Clocks
Brass
19th Century Antique Animated Clocks
Wood
19th Century French Rococo Antique Animated Clocks
Ormolu
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Animated Clocks
Brass, Enamel
Early 1900s French Neoclassical Revival Antique Animated Clocks
Bronze
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Antique Animated Clocks
Brass
19th Century French Beaux Arts Antique Animated Clocks
Ormolu
1740s German Rococo Antique Animated Clocks
Brass, Bronze, Enamel
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Animated Clocks
Marble
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Animated Clocks
Brass, Bronze, Iron
1930s French Art Deco Antique Animated Clocks
Enamel, Steel, Stainless Steel
19th Century Italian Egyptian Revival Antique Animated Clocks
Agate
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Animated Clocks
Other
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Animated Clocks
Metal
18th Century and Earlier Dutch Antique Animated Clocks
19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Animated Clocks
Metal
19th Century German Black Forest Antique Animated Clocks
Wood
19th Century American Antique Animated Clocks
Mahogany
19th Century French Charles X Antique Animated Clocks
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Animated Clocks
Iron
19th Century Austrian Empire Antique Animated Clocks
Wood
18th Century and Earlier English Antique Animated Clocks
Mahogany
1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Animated Clocks
Wood
19th Century Dutch Folk Art Antique Animated Clocks
Oak
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Animated Clocks
18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Antique Animated Clocks
Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Animated Clocks
Brass
18th Century and Earlier Dutch Queen Anne Antique Animated Clocks
Late 19th Century French Antique Animated Clocks
Bronze
18th Century British George III Antique Animated Clocks
Brass
18th Century and Earlier Antique Animated Clocks
Mahogany
1880s French Louis XV Antique Animated Clocks
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Industrial Antique Animated Clocks
Marble, Bronze, Brass
1910s Art Nouveau Antique Animated Clocks
14k Gold
1920s French Folk Art Antique Animated Clocks
Lead
1850s French Antique Animated Clocks
Porcelain
Late 19th Century French Antique Animated Clocks
Marble, Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Animated Clocks
Bronze, Copper
Late 19th Century French Industrial Antique Animated Clocks
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Animated Clocks
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Animated Clocks
1890s European Rustic Antique Animated Clocks
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Animated Clocks
Carrara Marble, Bronze
Mid-18th Century Old Masters Antique Animated Clocks
Oil
1890s German Victorian Antique Animated Clocks
Wood
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Finding the Right clocks for You
A sophisticated clock design, whether it’s a desk clock, mantel clock or large wall clock for your living room, is a decorative object to be admired in your home as much as it is a necessary functional element. This is part of the reason clocks make such superb collectibles. Given the versatility of these treasured fixtures — they’ve long been made in a range of shapes, sizes and styles — a clock can prove integral to your own particular interior decor.
Antique and vintage clocks can whisk us back to the 18th and 19th centuries. When most people think of antique clocks, they imagine an Art Deco Bakelite tabletop clock or wall clock, named for the revolutionary synthetic plastic, Bakelite, of which they’re made, or a stately antique grandfather clock. But the art of clock-making goes way back, transcending continents and encompassing an entire range of design styles and technologies. In short, there are many kinds of clocks depending on your needs.
A variety of wall clocks can be found on 1stDibs. A large antique hand-carved walnut wall clock is best suited to a big room and a flat background given what will likely be outwardly sculptural features, while Georgian grandfather clocks, or longcase clocks, will help welcome rainswept guests into your entryway or foyer. An interactive cuckoo clock, large or small, is guaranteed to bring outsize personality to your living room or dining room. For conversation pieces of a similar breed, mid-century modern enthusiasts go for the curious Ball clock, the first of more than 150 clock models conceived in the studio of legendary architect and designer George Nelson.
Minimalist contemporary clocks and books pair nicely on a shelf, but an eye-catching vintage mantel clock can add balance to your home library while drawing attention to your art and design books and other decorative objects. Ormolu clocks dating from the Louis XVI period, designed in the neoclassical style, are often profusely ornate, featuring architectural flourishes and rich naturalistic details. Rococo-style mantel clocks of Meissen porcelain or porcelain originating from manufacturers in cities such as Limoges, France, during the 18th and 19th centuries, exude an air of imperial elegance on your shelves or side tables and can help give your desk a 19th-century upgrade.
On 1stDibs, find a range of extraordinary antique and vintage clocks today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To identify your antique clock, search for markings on the back of its movement or case. Once you have located these marks, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is. From there, you can continue your research to learn more about your clock's age, style and other characteristics. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Find a wide range of antique clocks on 1stDibs.
- How can I spot an antique clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021An antique bracket clock refers to a portable spring-driven pendulum table clock created in the 17th and 18th centuries. These clocks were equipped with convenient carrying handles and were housed usually in rectangular cases. Shop a collection of antique and vintage bracket clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To know if an antique clock is valuable, you'll typically need to have the piece assessed by a certified appraiser or an experienced antiques dealer. The maker and style of the clock will help determine its value (an early American clockmaker’s antique grandfather model, featuring an oak case and decorative carvings, may be very interesting to collectors, for example). Overall condition of your clock also plays a role. Generally, clocks that still work are worth more than those that require repairs. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique, vintage and modern clocks.
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