How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?

Check 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.

How can I spot an antique clock?

To 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.

What is an antique bracket clock?

An 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.

How do I identify my antique clock?

To 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 do I know if my antique clock is valuable?

To 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.

Are old antique clocks worth anything?

Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.

Antique Clocks Derbyshire

English Fusee Clock

Viner Clock

Ashford Marble

19th Century Thermometer

Desk Thermometer

Black Mantel Clock

19th Thermometer

19th Century Pietra Dura Tables

English Regency Black Marble Mantle Clock by Payne of London

$4,666

English Regency Black Marble Mantle Clock by Payne of London

Located in London, GB

A Fine English Regency Derbyshire Black Marble Mantel Clock by Payne, 163 New Bond Street, London, Circa 1825 A refined and architecturally pure English Regency mantel clock in Derb...

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1820s Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

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Antique 19th Century Derbyshire Pietra Dura Obelisk Thermometer Made from Slate

Unavailable

H 15.75 in W 5.91 in D 4.14 in

Antique 19th Century Derbyshire Pietra Dura Obelisk Thermometer Made from Slate

Located in GB

This fine quality English thermometer was made circa 1860 in Derbyshire, an area renowned at the time for this type of fine work. It is made from local black slate which has been cut...

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1860s English Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Slate

English Regency Drum Clock in Derbyshire Black Marble and Ormolu

Sold

H 8.75 in W 5.25 in D 3.5 in

English Regency Drum Clock in Derbyshire Black Marble and Ormolu

Located in London, GB

A very fine, unusual and elegant English Regency drum clock in Derbyshire black marble and original mercury gilt ormolu.

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1810s English Regency Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

English Regency Fusee Mantel Clock, Viner in Ormolu and Derbyshire Black Marble

Sold

H 7.09 in W 4.73 in D 3.15 in

English Regency Fusee Mantel Clock, Viner in Ormolu and Derbyshire Black Marble

Located in London, GB

English Regency ormolu and Derbyshire black marble mantel clock. Typical drum shaped clock, set on four elaborate ormolu toupee feet.

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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

19th Century Antique French Mantel Clock in Black Marble & Brass

$1,184Sale Price|20% Off

H 13.39 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in

19th Century Antique French Mantel Clock in Black Marble & Brass

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This elegant antique French mantel clock is crafted from exquisite black marble, showcasing timeless sophistication and 19th-century charm. The clock features a circular enamel dial ...

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19th Century French Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble, Brass

Quality antique Victorian eight day mantle clock

$967

H 8.67 in W 11.82 in D 4.73 in

Quality antique Victorian eight day mantle clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Quality antique Victorian eight day mantle clock having a quality antique Victorian black marble shaped eight day mantle clock with a black dial and gold numerals, a brass bezel and ...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble

Large Quality Victorian Marble Mantle Clock

$1,072

H 16.54 in W 20.08 in D 6.5 in

Large Quality Victorian Marble Mantle Clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Large quality antique Victorian marble mantle clock having a quality ornate marble case with a circular brass dial, original hands with a eight day movement striking the hour and hal...

Category

Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble, Brass

Neoclassical Onyx Mantel Clock by Geary & Weale, Mid-19th Century

$1,800

H 9.75 in W 8.25 in D 5.25 in

Neoclassical Onyx Mantel Clock by Geary & Weale, Mid-19th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

Neoclassical Onyx Mantel Clock, mid-19th century, gilt metal and white enamel dial marked "Geary & Weale" and "Baltimore" with Arabic numerals, patinated brass mounts. 9.75" H x...

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Mid-19th Century American Neoclassical Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Onyx, Metal, Enamel

Antique French Black Marble & Gilt Brass Architectural Mantel Clock

$1,627

H 11.62 in W 13.78 in D 5.52 in

Antique French Black Marble & Gilt Brass Architectural Mantel Clock

Located in Suffolk, GB

A striking antique French black marble and gilt brass architectural mantel clock dating from the late 19th century. The substantial black marble case is designed in the form of a cla...

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1880s French Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Brass

High Victorian inlaid black marble mantel clock

$1,490

H 19.5 in W 19 in D 5.5 in

High Victorian inlaid black marble mantel clock

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

High victorian inlaid black marble mantel clock circa 1870. Fine quality mantel clock of large proportions from the period in victorias reign when it was in vogue to commemorate the...

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Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble, Brass

Antique Victorian quality marble clock

$804

H 11.82 in W 9.45 in D 5.32 in

Antique Victorian quality marble clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Antique Victorian quality marble clock having a quality black marble clock with a 8 day French movement striking the hour and half hour on a gong with the original key. Makers Haskwe...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble, Brass

Victorian Black Marble Mantel Clock with Rouge Marble Columns c.1860

$1,307Sale Price|20% Off

H 14.38 in W 17.92 in D 6.7 in

Victorian Black Marble Mantel Clock with Rouge Marble Columns c.1860

Located in Worcester, GB

Victorian Black Marble Mantel Clock with Rouge Marble Columns, Attributed to F. Marti, France, c.1860 A handsome mid-19th century French mantel clock housed in a finely constructed E...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

Antique Exceptional Large Victorian Marble Mantel Clock by Philippes Paris

$2,035

H 15.75 in W 22.25 in D 6.7 in

Antique Exceptional Large Victorian Marble Mantel Clock by Philippes Paris

Located in Suffolk, GB

An exceptional large Victorian marble mantel clock of impressive scale and presence crafted in richly figured marble with contrasting tones that emphasise its architectural form. The...

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble

19th Century Victorian French Marble Mantel Clock, circa 1880

$2,200

H 17.75 in W 18.75 in D 5.5 in

19th Century Victorian French Marble Mantel Clock, circa 1880

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful Victorian French marble mantel clock circa 1880 with jet black nero belgio marble. This piece is in fabulous condition and includes hand-painted detailing around the face o...

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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble

Late 19th-Century French Neo-Grec Black Slate Mantel Clock by Japy Frères

$6,140

H 7.75 in W 11.25 in D 6.25 in

Late 19th-Century French Neo-Grec Black Slate Mantel Clock by Japy Frères

By Japy Frères

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

This late 19th-century French mantle clock is a refined example of Neo-Grec design paired with exceptional European horological craftsmanship. The architectural case is executed in p...

Category

Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Slate

Quality antique Victorian eight day marble mantle clock

$980

H 12.6 in W 12.6 in D 5.52 in

Quality antique Victorian eight day marble mantle clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Quality antique Victorian eight day marble mantle clock, having a quality black slate and green marble cased mantel clock with two pairs of green flecked pillars flanking a 3.5inch b...

Category

19th Century Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble, Slate, Brass

French Victorian Black Marble Mantel Clock

$1,600

H 13 in W 10.75 in D 6.25 in

French Victorian Black Marble Mantel Clock

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian black marble mantel clock with marble rosso antico column sides and gilded etched roman numerals. (Not working)

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble, Gold Leaf, Metal

Henry Birks & Sons French Japy Frères Six-Column Black Slate Mantel Clock c.1900

$2,800

H 11.75 in W 15.5 in D 5.5 in

Henry Birks & Sons French Japy Frères Six-Column Black Slate Mantel Clock c.1900

Located in Richmond, CA

A handsome French neoclassical mantel clock retailed by Henry Birks & Sons, dating to circa 1900. The substantial architectural case is crafted in black slate and arranged in the...

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Early 1900s Chinese Neoclassical Revival Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Marble

Victorian ebonised chimming mantle clock

$6,492

H 25.6 in W 20.48 in D 9.85 in

Victorian ebonised chimming mantle clock

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very impressive Victorian period ebonised, chimming three train mantle clock on bells and gong. The eight day duration movement strikes on the hour and half hour. (strike silent op...

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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Ormolu

French Empire clock in Black marble with gilt bronze mounts, antique

$7,500

H 17 in W 12.5 in D 4 in

French Empire clock in Black marble with gilt bronze mounts, antique

Located in Houston, TX

The black marble in contrast to the brilliant gold bronze Mounts is detailed and effective. The clock is in good Working order and the enamel face is in immaculate Condition. It has...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Clocks Derbyshire

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

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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.

Questions About Antique Clocks Derbyshire

How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Check 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.
How can I spot an antique clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To 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.
What is an antique bracket clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
An 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.
How do I identify my antique clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
To 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 do I know if my antique clock is valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
To 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.
Are old antique clocks worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.