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.

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 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.

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.

What is an antique Davenport desk?

An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are antique desks called?

What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks 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.

What's the difference between an antique desk and a vintage desk?

Antique desks are generally 100 years or older, while vintage desks are at least 20 years old and often reflect a specific design era.

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.

How much is my antique secretary desk worth?

An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.

How do I know if my antique roll top desk?

A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.

How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?

To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.

What's the difference between a general antique desk and a mid-century modern desk?

Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader category, while a mid-century modern desk specifically features the tapered legs and clean lines of 1940s-1960s design.

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19th c. Large French Empire Bronze Gilded Ormolu Figural Clock

$6,375

19th c. Large French Empire Bronze Gilded Ormolu Figural Clock

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Perfect for placement on a mantel, library cabinet, executive desk, or grand console, this clock complements Empire, Neoclassical, Louis XVI, Traditional, and Transitional interiors ...

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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Desk Clock

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Metal

Dutch Modernist Design Hand Crafted Brass & Beveled Glass Table / Mantle Clock

$3,553

Dutch Modernist Design Hand Crafted Brass & Beveled Glass Table / Mantle Clock

Located in Lisse, NL

Unique design clock for the collectors of timeless antiques. Finding this unique Arts & Crafts Dutch desk / table clock truly felt like a blessing.

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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Brass

Edwardian Cock / Barometer/ Thermometer Desk Set

$4,002

Edwardian Cock / Barometer/ Thermometer Desk Set

Located in Norwich, GB

Housed in a gilded case standing on a raised, moulded rouge marble base with brass banding surmounted by a decorative gilded carrying handle. The clock to the left with enamel dial, ...

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1910s French Edwardian Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Brass

Italian Girl with Mandolin French Gilt Bronze Figural Clock 19th century

$750

Italian Girl with Mandolin French Gilt Bronze Figural Clock 19th century

Located in Sweden, SE

Fine work of gold-plated bronze as mantel (desk, shelf) clock. Italian A renaissance girl thoughtfully holds a strand of hair in a relaxed reclining pose.

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Late 19th Century French Romantic Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze

Antique Bronze n Marble Classic Revival Clock by Claude Hemon early 19th century

$870

Antique Bronze n Marble Classic Revival Clock by Claude Hemon early 19th century

By Claude Hemon

Located in Sweden, SE

However attritions to silverplated guilloche dial with roman numerals and crack and little loss to marble body are present. Antique French desk (mantel, shelf) clock, stone base with...

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Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

C. 1910 James Rankin Junior Adam Style Eight-Day Mantle Clock with Faux Marble

$975

C. 1910 James Rankin Junior Adam Style Eight-Day Mantle Clock with Faux Marble

Located in Chicago, IL

Perfect for placement on a desk, mantelpiece, or shelf, this clock is marked with the name "James Rankin Junr" and the location "Glasgow."

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Early 20th Century Scottish Neoclassical Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Brass

French Louis XVI style Clock 2 dials Gilt Bronze w Sèvres Porcelain 19th century

$12,999

French Louis XVI style Clock 2 dials Gilt Bronze w Sèvres Porcelain 19th century

Located in Sweden, SE

Giant antique figural mantel (desk, shelf) clock of palace class, top class hand cast and hand chasing.

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Gold, Brass, Bronze

French Louis XV Style Marquetry & Gilt Bronze-Mounted Secretary Desk with Clock

$12,950Sale Price|31% Off

French Louis XV Style Marquetry & Gilt Bronze-Mounted Secretary Desk with Clock

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV style tulipwood and mahogany marquetry gilt bronze-mounted petit-bureau de dame (secretary). The bombe´ structure surmounted by a pair o...

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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Bronze

Antique Victorian Miniature Grandfather Longcase Table Clock

$1,797

Antique Victorian Miniature Grandfather Longcase Table Clock

Located in Suffolk, GB

A wonderfully characterful and highly decorative piece, ideal for a library, study, mantel, desk or collection of unusual clocks. Its compact scale and exceptionally ornate brasswork...

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1880s English Victorian Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Brass

Antique French Parquetry and Bronze Cartonnier Writing Desk with Clock

$203,519

Antique French Parquetry and Bronze Cartonnier Writing Desk with Clock

Located in London, GB

The Desk itself may now be seen in the Chateau de Chantilly.

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Bronze

1889 Antique French, Louis XV Style, Walnut, Foliate, Gilt, Longcase Clock

$5,499

1889 Antique French, Louis XV Style, Walnut, Foliate, Gilt, Longcase Clock

Located in Austin, TX

The clock is a perfect addition to any collection of desk, mantel, and shelf clocks.

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Empire Style Table Clock and Inkwell

$1,440Sale Price|20% Off

Empire Style Table Clock and Inkwell

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Empire style table clock and inkwell Origin France Circa 1900 The watch has a Paris machine and it works Golden bronze and Onix materials Very good general condition the marble ...

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Early 1900s French Empire Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Bronze

Viennese Decoration Table Clock With Fire-Gilded Bronze Fittings, Circa 1900

$1,833

Viennese Decoration Table Clock With Fire-Gilded Bronze Fittings, Circa 1900

By Viennese Manufactory

Located in Vienna, AT

Architectural case in the Historicist style, in bone, with decorative fire-gilded bronze fittings and a base plate featuring four volute feet, crowned by a seated female figure with ...

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1890s Austrian Victorian Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Enamel, Bronze

Antique English Hallmarked Sterling Silver & Crystal Clock Inkwell, Circa 1900

$4,200

Antique English Hallmarked Sterling Silver & Crystal Clock Inkwell, Circa 1900

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English hallmarked sterling silver & cut crystal clock inkwell, circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century English Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

A 19th Century Lady's Desk in Marquetry and Gilt Bronze, Louis XV Style.

$14,900

A 19th Century Lady's Desk in Marquetry and Gilt Bronze, Louis XV Style.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A 19th century Napoleon III period lady's desk with a clock and two ormolu candelabras in precious wood marquetry and ormolu in the Louis XV style.

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Lady's Secretary Desk, Millet

$64,850

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Lady's Secretary Desk, Millet

By Maison Millet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Very fine French 19th century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood, Satinwood and Fruitwood Parquetry Kidney-Shaped secrétaire de dame (Lady's Desk) with an enamel dial clock and...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Austrian Clock Holder, Granite and Steel with Picture St Stephans Dome

$2,246Sale Price|20% Off

Austrian Clock Holder, Granite and Steel with Picture St Stephans Dome

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

A beautiful and exclusive clock stand made of steel and granite. Holding a picture of the Stephans-dome. The most famous church in Wienna, Austria. High quality craftsmanship on all...

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Early 19th Century Austrian Empire Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Granite, Steel

Antique Tiffany & Company Solid Gold Carriage Clock

$33,900

Antique Tiffany & Company Solid Gold Carriage Clock

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1910 Tiffany & Company Carriage Clock, measuring 4 inches in height, 2 1/4 inches wide and 1 1/2 inches deep, The clock is 20k Green Gold and is all hand chased and hand fabric...

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1910s American Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold

Large Gilded Bronze Clock with Louis XIV Figure, 18th Century

$4,871

Large Gilded Bronze Clock with Louis XIV Figure, 18th Century

By France"

Located in Madrid, ES

Large gilded bronze clock with Louis XIV figure. Mechanism working with a pendulum and original key End 18th century beginning 19th century Measures: 60cm x 55cm x 18cm Very good...

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18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Empire Mantel Clock Grenon France Uroboros Design

$2,120

Bronze Empire Mantel Clock Grenon France Uroboros Design

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Bronze Empire Mantel Clock Grenon France Uroboros Design Thirteen Jewels two adjustments signed Grenon French Uroboros Design, no keys, in excellent physical condition considering ...

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Bronze

Louis XV Style Bonheur de Jour Ladies Desk

$3,950

Louis XV Style Bonheur de Jour Ladies Desk

Located in Milford, NH

An elegant French Louis XV style Bonheur de Jour mahogany ladies desk with built in center clock surmounting an open cubby with single drawer, flanked by two hidden doors with faux b...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Mappin & Webb Travel Clock with Folding Case Kienzle Movement

$922Sale Price|20% Off

Art Deco Mappin & Webb Travel Clock with Folding Case Kienzle Movement

Located in Portland, England

A lovely Art Deco red and gold travel clock retailed by Mappin & Webb, London, dating to the 1920s–1930s. The clock features a beautifully styled case with bold red and gilt chin...

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1920s Art Deco Antique Desk Clock

Shreve & Co Jade Carriage Clock with Exposed Escapement Sterling Hardware 1915

$6,500

Shreve & Co Jade Carriage Clock with Exposed Escapement Sterling Hardware 1915

By Shreve & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Shreve & Co STYLE / REFERENCE: Victorian Style Carriage Miniature Carriage Clock METAL / MATERIAL: Nephrite Jade and Sterling Silver Hardware CIRCA / YEAR: 1915 DIME...

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1910s Antique Desk Clock

1850's Swiss Travel Clock with Breguet Engine Turned Case and Original Case

$2,950

1850's Swiss Travel Clock with Breguet Engine Turned Case and Original Case

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: No Name, Swiss Made STYLE / REFERENCE: Alarm Travel Clock with Original Case METAL / MATERIAL: Gilded Brass CIRCA / YEAR: 1850's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 2 1/4 Inches i...

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1650s Swiss Antique Desk Clock

Edwardian 1908 Miniature Travel Clock With Guilloché Enamel In Sterling With Box

$4,280Sale Price|20% Off

Edwardian 1908 Miniature Travel Clock With Guilloché Enamel In Sterling With Box

Located in Miami, FL

An Edwardian miniature travel clock designed by Valmé. Stunning and rare miniature travel-carriage clock, made in Geneva Switzerland by the Valmé Swiss Co. and the Concord Watch Co....

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Early 1900s Swiss Edwardian Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

19th Century Italian Malachite and Ormolu Inkwell with Cupid and Mermaid, Mythol

$3,037

19th Century Italian Malachite and Ormolu Inkwell with Cupid and Mermaid, Mythol

Located in Madrid, ES

During the 19th century, malachite was highly prized in European luxury decorative arts and frequently incorporated into important desk accessories, clocks, candelabra and ornamental...

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1890s Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Malachite

Clock Spring Industrial Articulating Desk Lamp

$725

Clock Spring Industrial Articulating Desk Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

I always liked this early desk lamp and use one myself. It has a nice clean and elegant profile.

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Steel

Antique Genuine Swedish Country Corner Clock Secretary Cabinet Desk

$4,527

Antique Genuine Swedish Country Corner Clock Secretary Cabinet Desk

Located in Kramfors, SE

Early 19th century northern Swedish corner clock secretary cabinet desk. This country house furniture is in two parts and made specifically to be placed in corners.

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Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Pine

Art Deco Sterling Silver, Enamel, Marcasites Desk/Table Clock, DRGM

$2,800

Art Deco Sterling Silver, Enamel, Marcasites Desk/Table Clock, DRGM

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful, sterling silver, and guilloche enamel, desk/table clock with marcasites, Marked Germany / DRGM.

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Sterling Silver

Longines Chronograph Minute Repeater 18K Gold Pocket Watch, Extract from Archive

$18,350

Longines Chronograph Minute Repeater 18K Gold Pocket Watch, Extract from Archive

By Longines

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

. ~~~ Designed as a double hunter & (can be opened from both sides allowing the timepiece to stand as a desk clock), crafted with refined elegance, the CASE is fully performed i...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Desk Clock

Materials

18k Gold

TRIANGLE Art Deco 1928 Skyscraper Table Petrol Lighter-Clock In Chromed Steel

$1,198

TRIANGLE Art Deco 1928 Skyscraper Table Petrol Lighter-Clock In Chromed Steel

By Triangle Poster Company

Located in Miami, FL

Table desk petrol lighter-clock designed by Triangle.

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Steel, Iron

Antique Swedish Baroque Pine Clock Cabinet or Secretary with Authentic Patina

$7,163

Antique Swedish Baroque Pine Clock Cabinet or Secretary with Authentic Patina

Located in Kramfors, SE

This clock cabinet is good example of old ingenuity and compact living as this piece combines three functions in one – clock, desk and cabinet.

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Pine

Rare Antique Swedish 1800s Rococo Secretary Cabinet with a Clock, Original Paint

$13,180

Rare Antique Swedish 1800s Rococo Secretary Cabinet with a Clock, Original Paint

Located in Kramfors, SE

Rare antique rococo cabinet with a clock and secretary desk from the 19th century. Made by hand in Arbrå in northern Sweden with a frame in solid pine, around 1820.

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Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Pine

Tiffany & Co. by Charles Hour Brass and Gilt Art Deco Clock, 1920s Original Dial

$11,500

Tiffany & Co. by Charles Hour Brass and Gilt Art Deco Clock, 1920s Original Dial

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Tiffany & Co. by Charles Hour STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Desk or Mantle Clock METAL / MATERIAL: CIRCA / YEAR: DIMENSIONS: Length 10 inch (25cm) X Width 10 inch (25...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Desk Clock

Susse & Lelievre, Neo-Gothic Dragons Chandelier, France, Circa 1890, Alabaster

$13,180

Susse & Lelievre, Neo-Gothic Dragons Chandelier, France, Circa 1890, Alabaster

Located in PARIS, FR

A student of the sculptor Théodore Eugène Victor Barrau, as well as Dumont and Gumery, his work is primarily known through furnishing bronzes, clocks, candelabras, desk sets, and dec...

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Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Susse Frères & O. Lelièvre, Chandelier with Vine Tendrils, France, circa 1900

$14,327

Susse Frères & O. Lelièvre, Chandelier with Vine Tendrils, France, circa 1900

By Susse Freres

Located in PARIS, FR

A student of the sculptor Théodore Eugène Victor Barrau, as well as of Auguste Dumont and Charles Gumery, his work is chiefly known through ornamental bronzes, clocks, candelabra, de...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Simon Frères, Fine Art Deco Table Clock, France, C. 1925

$9,500

Simon Frères, Fine Art Deco Table Clock, France, C. 1925

By Simon Frères

Located in New York, NY

An Art Deco clock in patinated bronze dating from 1925 and featuring geometric patterns and details of bluebells.

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Bronze

1920s Modernist Design Art Deco Oak, Coromandel and Bronze Mantle or Desk Clock

$1,375

1920s Modernist Design Art Deco Oak, Coromandel and Bronze Mantle or Desk Clock

Located in Lisse, NL

Early 20th century, great design and well working Art Deco clock. If you are looking for a great shape and condition Art Deco clock then this original 1920s specimen could be perfec...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Antique Desk Clock

Materials

Bronze

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Antique Desk Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique desk clock you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and wood, every antique desk clock was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique desk clock — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique desk clock is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Louis XVI, Empire and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one antique desk clock that is appealing in its simplicity, but Japy Frères, Coduri of Lyon, France and Europa Antiques produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Desk Clock?

An antique desk clock can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,190, while the lowest priced sells for $67 and the highest can go for as much as $537,638.

Finding the Right Table-clocks-desk-clocks for You

Whether you’re working on-site or giving your home office the makeover it deserves, a new, vintage or antique table clock or desk clock is a decorative touch that blends ornament and functionality. Who says that a unique desk clock isn’t a meaningful addition to your home office or library? And who says you don’t need a cool clock anymore?

While our means for telling time have evolved from pocket watches to wristwatches and finally to our digital phones, there is likely still a place for a table clock or desk clock in your life, even if it isn’t a modern desk clock.

Antique and vintage clocks appeal to our penchant for nostalgia, whisking us back in time to the 18th and 19th centuries, when clockmakers were busying themselves with designs for objects such as mantel clocks, then ornate pieces that were typically displayed on top of a fireplace. Tabletop clocks and desk clocks are variations on the carriage clock, a small, portable timepiece outfitted with a hinged carrying handle that garnered popularity as the growth of rail travel took shape.

Clocks make great collectibles. More than one mantel clock in your home library is going to elevate the space where your carefully curated stacks of books live, while a well-designed small decorative desk clock can be a fun way to express your personal style. Amid your inkwell, porcelain paperweights and other desk accessories, a desk or table clock designed during the Art Deco or Louis XVI eras, for example, is going to stand out in your workspace as a striking accent.

Since new, vintage and antique tabletop and desk clocks are not as common in today’s interiors, these objects will make a statement in yours. Find a spectacular clock on 1stDibs now.

Questions About Antique Desk Clock

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.
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 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.
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.
What is an antique Davenport desk?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An antique Davenport desk is a small writing desk, usually with four drawers on one side. The desk would have elaborately decorated supports and a recessed space for adequate legroom. Shop a collection of Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Davenport desk is a type of small desk with a distinct inclined desktop. The desktop covers a large storage compartment meant for keeping paper and other writing materials. Popular in the 19th century, Davenport desks are still sought after today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Davenport desks from some of the world’s top sellers.
What are antique desks called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
What antique desks are called depends on their design. A desk with chair cutouts on both sides is a partner desk, while one with a pull-down writing surface is a secretary. On a Davenport desk, the desktop lifts to reveal a storage area. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary desks 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.
What's the difference between an antique desk and a vintage desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Antique desks are generally 100 years or older, while vintage desks are at least 20 years old and often reflect a specific design era.
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.
How much is my antique secretary desk worth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
An antique secretary desk will range in value depending on its authenticity and condition. The price can range from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. On 1stDibs find the antique secretary desk you’re looking for today.
How do I know if my antique roll top desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
How do I know if my roll top desk is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
What's the difference between a general antique desk and a mid-century modern desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Any desk at least 20 years old falls under this broader category, while a mid-century modern desk specifically features the tapered legs and clean lines of 1940s-1960s design.