French Empire Bronze Mantle Clock
Located in Essex, MA
Of majestic scale with the ormolu gilding in very good condition in working order.
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1810s French Empire Antique Mantle Clocks
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Bronze
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Period French Empire Mantle Clock Depicting a Winged Cupid Playing a Lute
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Period French Empire Mantle Clock Depicting a Winged Cupid Playing a Lute
By André-Antoine Ravrio
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A fine quality chased and gilded French Empire mantle clock depicting a standing winged cupid to the right of the clock plinth playing a lute.
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Black Forest 19th Century Hand-Carved Bird Large Mantle Clock
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Large 19th Century Black Forest carved flora and fauna bird mantle clock. Features a woodland theme with five birds perched on rocks and a tree limb, surrounded by flora.
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Wood
Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted White Marble Mantle Clock by Charpentier
By Charpentier et Cie
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Fantastic Quality Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted White Marble Mantle Clock By Charpentier & Compagnie Charpentier & Compagnie An urn with laurel leaves above a tied bow, t...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Sèvres Parian Attr, Louis XV, French Mantle Clock, Parian, Bronze, 19th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
Sèvres Parian Attr, Louis XV, French Porcelain, Bronze and Parian French Mantle or Desk Clock, Paris Sevres attributed Parian full figured maidens flank this finely crafted mantle c...
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1890s French Louis XV Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Very Large Ormolu Marble Regulator Calendar Mantle Clock Barbedienne
By Louis-Constant Sevin, Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in London, GB
Very Large Ormolu Marble Regulator Calendar Mantle Clock Barbedienne French, Late 19th Century Height 121cm, width 64cm, depth 28cm Expertly produced in France during the final de...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Griotte Marble, Enamel, Ormolu
Signed French Louis XVI Mantle Clock
Located in New York, NY
A French white marble and gilt bronze mantel clock. Signed A. Paris on face.
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19th Century French Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Seth Thomas Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze Open Escapement Mantle Clock c1900
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
Seth Thomas Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze Open Escapement Mantle Clock c1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Seth Thomas mantle clock, crafted circa 1900 in the opulent Louis XIV style.
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Exceptional C19th French Boulle Mantle Clock
$27,518Sale Price|25% Off
Exceptional C19th French Boulle Mantle Clock
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in London, GB
A very Important French Ormolu Mounted Boulle Mantel Clock Inlaid Brass in The Regency Style Each Corner Decorated with Recumbent Horses Nice Large Dial 8 and a half inches surround...
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19th Century French Regency Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Brass, Ormolu
French Louis XVI Style Mantle clock
$1,776Sale Price|20% Off
French Louis XVI Style Mantle clock
Located in Dallas, TX
French Louis XVI style marble mantel clock, late 19th century; marble columns above the platform base, on toupie feet; gilt metal finial shaped like a basket of flowers; enamel fancy...
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Late 19th Century Louis XVI Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble
Superb Bronze and Marble Mantle Clock
Located in Atlanta, GA
A superb clock in the manner of Le Faucher (clocksmith for Louis XVI) signed J. B. Dutertre. Paris, France, circa 1880. Dimensions: Height 19", width 14", depth 6 1/2" CW3619.
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1880s French Louis XVI Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Regency Painted Papier Mache Mantle Clock
$1,320Sale Price|40% Off
Regency Painted Papier Mache Mantle Clock
Located in Kittery Point, ME
The waisted sides surmounted by a brass urn finial, above a rectangular base raised on bracket feet, decorated with braided border and depictions of floral swags, garland, and hunt t...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mantle Clock Garniture Set
By Samuel Marti, Raingo Frères
Located in Forney, TX
A luxurious French Louis XVI style gilt bronze ormolu and alabaster (onyx-marble) three piece mantle clock and garniture set, possibly attributed to Raingo Freres.
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu
Antique French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Brass Miniature Mantle Clock Jackson Paris 19C
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An Exceptional and Handsome French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Miniature Carriage or Mantle Clock Time Piece of outstanding quality and classical rectangular outline.
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu, Brass
19th century French Louis XVI style Rouge Marble Mantle Clock by Raingo Frères
By Raingo Frères
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th century French Louis XVI style Rouge marble and ormolu mantle clock by Raingo Frères, Paris. The circular white enamel dial with Roman numerals and Arabic outer minu...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Griotte Marble, Enamel, Ormolu
Louis XV Style Imari Mantle Clock Garniture
$5,800 / set
Louis XV Style Imari Mantle Clock Garniture
Located in Montreal, QC
Louis XV style gilt bronze and porcelain Imari mantel clock and garniture.
Category
19th Century French Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
Stunning Mother & Child 1906 Sterling Silver Repouse Mantle Clock Must See
$1,032Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning Mother & Child 1906 Sterling Silver Repouse Mantle Clock Must See
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this fully hallmarked 1906 Birmingham made Sterling Silver mantle clock depicting and mother and child This clock is in totally original conditi...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Vincenti & Cie French Boulle Style Mantle Clock
Located in Victoria, BC
A lovely antique 19th Century French Boulle Style Mantle Clock. Recently serviced and working well, this clock features a faux tortoise shell veneer and bronze gilded accents around ...
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1860s French Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Napoléon III Marble Mantle Clock by James Pradier, France, Circa 1860
By J. Pradier
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Napoléon III Marble Mantle Clock With A Patinated Bronze Figure of 'Phryné' by James Pradier.
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Griotte Marble, Bronze
Pierre-Philippe Thomire Empire Marble Mantle Clock
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843) Empire marble mantel (fireplace) clock. 1st quarter 19th century; Rouge Griotte marble and bronze doré; depicting a leaning cupid with mou...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Dore Mantle Clock Retailed by J.N. Masters
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An Exceptional and Handsome French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock Time Piece of outstanding quality. Made in France and retailed by J N Masters Sussex, England.
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
SUPERB & IMPORTANT Rare L&JG Stickley Mantle Clock Circa 1907 SALE 25% OFF
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
SUPERB & IMPORTANT Rare L&JG Stickley Mantle Clock Circa 1907 SALE 25% OFF
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a SUPERB L&JG Stickley Antique Period Mantle Clock circa 1907. It is in excellent working condition with good original finish, along with original dial and hands.
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1830s American Mission Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Oak
C. 1910 James Rankin Junior Adam Style Eight-Day Mantle Clock with Faux Marble
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite mantle clock, crafted around 1910, features an exposed escapement and an eight-day movement, requiring winding only once a week.
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Early 20th Century Scottish Neoclassical Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Brass
Sevres style porcelain panelled mantle clock, circa 1890
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality late 19th Century French gilded ormolu mantel clock with hand painted Sevres style porcelain plaques, depicting beautiful maidens. Having a porcelain lidded urn to the...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
Egyptian Revival Bronze and Marble French Mantle Clock
By Mermod Jaccard & Co.
Located in Bronx, NY
This wonderful 1920s Egyptian Revival clock is surmounted with an Assyrian style lamassau (human headed winged lion) and flanked by a pair of reclining sphinx. The clock case etc. is...
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Early 20th Century French Egyptian Revival Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Belgian Black Marble
Pink marble Lyre shape mantle clock, 19th Century.
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality late 19th Century French Pink marble and gilded ormolu mounts, of a sun burst and swags above the Lyre. A white enamel clock face with an eight day duration movement t...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
19th Century Ormolu Mantle Clock, Louis XVI Style
Located in Brighton, Sussex
An enchanting 19th century Louis XVI style gilded Bacchus influenced ormolu mantel (fireplace) clock depicting three putti rolling a barrel on the back of a cloven hoofed putti. The ...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
STUNNING CHINESE EXPORT HAND CARVED WOOD DRAGON MANTLE CLOCK & CANDLESTiCKS
$2,446Sale Price / set|20% Off
STUNNING CHINESE EXPORT HAND CARVED WOOD DRAGON MANTLE CLOCK & CANDLESTiCKS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1880-1920 Chinese Export hand carved dragon mantle clock with matching candlesticks A g...
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Wood
Charles X Cut Glass and Ormolu Mantle Clock
Located in Essex, MA
With sun god atop a lyre form case the lower part holding an enameled dial face above a cut glass and bronze base.
Category
1830s French Charles X Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze
19C French Mantle Clock with Candelabra Garnitures by J. Marti (Paris)
By Marti
Located in Dallas, TX
This ‘large’ mantle clock, was made circa 1860, by the famous French and Parisienne Clockmaker – ‘J.
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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Slate, Brass, Bronze
Süe & Mare French Art Deco Table / Mantle Clock 1920
By Sue et Mare
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This exceptional French Art Deco mantel clock, dating to circa 1920, reflects the refined decorative vocabulary associated with Süe et Mare and the luxurious interiors of early 20th-...
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Glass, Palmwood
French Rococo Revival Marble Mantle Clock, Late 19th Century
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
This French Rococo Revival mantel clock dates to the mid-to-late 19th century, circa 1860–1880, and reflects the period’s balance of opulence and architectural form. Designed to func...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Griotte Marble
Louis XVI style Mantle Clock, 19th Century 16.5"(42cm)
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very pleasing 19th century French gilded ormolu and white marble mantel clock, having a cherub holding a torch and a bow and arrow, leaning against the inset eight day chiming clock.
Category
1860s French Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Louis XVI White Marble and Gilt-Bronze Mantle Clock
Located in Berlin, DE
Louis XVI white marble and gilt bronze marble clock, the white enamel dial with Arabic numerals within a lyra-shaped marble case surmounted by pine finials and centred by an armillar...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Carrara Marble, Bronze, Enamel
18th Century Viennese Dark Green Painted and Giltwood Mantle Clock
Located in Berlin, DE
18th century Viennese dark green painted and giltwood pendule of unusual size in the form of a classical urn, the gilt-bronze dial with Roman numerals, surmounted by giltwood flowers...
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1790s Austrian Empire Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Giltwood, Wood
Stunning Maple & Co Paris Art Nouveau Hardwood Marquetry Inlaid Mantle Clock
$1,304Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning Maple & Co Paris Art Nouveau Hardwood Marquetry Inlaid Mantle Clock
By Maple & Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely, circa 1890 Maple & Co Art Nouveau mahogany inlaid mantle clock A very good looking and decor...
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Hardwood
Antique French 19th C. English Style Mantle Clock by Guenee
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions: 23.5 inches high x 19.5 inches wide x 8.5 inches deep Remarkably refined antique French 19th century English style gilt bronze mantel clock by Guenée, an exceptional and...
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19th Century English Regency Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
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 Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Fine French Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock of Eros and Psyche
Located in New York, NY
A Fine French gilt bronze and marble clock from the second-half of the 19th Century. A central round enameled clock face with Arabic numerals is flanked by a seated Eros and standing...
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19th Century French Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Quality 19th Century French Louis XVI Ormolu & Porcelain Mantle Clock
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality 19th century French Louis XVI ormolu and porcelain mantel clock, the case cast as a seated farm boy with floral rimmed hat, holding a single rose, by a pair of Doves, rake, p...
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Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
French Empire Mantle Clock in Bronze and Marble, Circa 1820
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
French Empire Mantle Clock in Bronze and Marble, Circa 1820
By Claude Galle
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
The clock features a winged cupid standing on his chariot drawn by two doves and supported on clouds; cupid holds the reins to two doves which appear to be guiding the chariot. The o...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Charles X Mantle Clock, Signed Jeannest, Paris, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
French pendule clock, the base, pedestal and columns are out of white marble. The silvered clockface with Roman numerals is inscribed Jeannest à Paris.
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1830s French Charles X Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Silver
French 19C Japy Freres & Red Sevres Porcelain Mantle Clock with Garniture Set
By Japy Frères, Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Phillipe Mourey
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A STUNNING mid to late 19C French Japy Freres & Red/Magenta Sevres Porcelain Mantle Clock with Garniture Candlestick Ewers. The clock movement is by the famous Parisienne...
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19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
French Empire Figural Gilt Bronze Silk Thread Movement Mantle Clock C1830
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French Empire mantel clock in gilt bronze, circa 1830, with a cast figural group above a stepped architectural base. The kneeling, helmeted figure holds a raised horn and ...
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Early 19th Century Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Early 19th Century Ormolu Mounted Cut Glass Lyre Form Mantle Clock
Located in New York, NY
19th century French Empire or Restauration period mantel lyre form clock crafted from cut glass with ormolu bronze mounts including sunburst mask within wreath flanked by swans, repe...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Silver and Blonde Tortoiseshell Mantle Clock lancet topped with silver stringing
Located in London, GB
A very fine blond tortoiseshell lancet topped mantel clock with silver stringing and bun feet. The superb tortoiseshell veneers with blonde gold highlights surround the clock complet...
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1890s English Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Silver
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. The overall design is remarkable,...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Brass
Elegant Inlaid Mahogany Mantle Clock by Wray, Son & Perry c.1900
$538Sale Price|20% Off
Elegant Inlaid Mahogany Mantle Clock by Wray, Son & Perry c.1900
Located in Worcester, GB
Elegant Inlaid Mahogany Mantel Clock by Wray, Son & Perry, c.1900 This fine and delicate Victorian mantel clock is a prime example of the period’s elegance. Manufactured by Wray, So...
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Early 20th Century British Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Black Forest Carved Mantle Clock Spill Vase Garniture Set
Located in Forney, TX
Dimensions: Complete: (approx/depending on setup) 20.25" Tall, 30" Wide, 7.5" Deep Mantle / shelf clock: 20.25" High, 14" Wide, 7.5" Deep Dog sculpture garniture: 13" High, 4.75" ...
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Late 19th Century European Black Forest Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Glass, Wood
Odysseus and Theseus French Empire Mantle Clock by André Antoine Ravrio
Located in New Orleans, LA
Odysseus and Theseus French Empire Mantel Clock André Antoine Ravrio Circa 1800 This monumental Empire mantel clock by André Antoine Ravrio, whose case is crafted entirely of gilded...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze
19th Century French Boulle Mantle Clock In The Louis XIV Style
Located in Dublin, IE
A fine 19th century Louis XIV style ormolu and brass Boulle style mantel clock, in the manner of Martinot of Paris, the eight day movement striking the half hours on a bell, with key...
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19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Brass, Ormolu
Antique early 19th century French bronze and Sienna marble mantle clock
Located in London, GB
A large and impressive early 19th Century French bronze & Sienna marble Clock surmounted with well-cast bust of Jupiter. The Clock, having 8-day striking movement & silver dial with...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Sienna Marble, Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantle Clock, Edward F. Caldwell
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
E.F. Caldwell & Co., Inc., New York A patinated bronze and yellow Siena marble clock by Edward F. Caldwell & Co., New York, early 20th century, the circular dial with Roman numerals...
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Late 19th Century Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Early 19th Century French Bronze and Ormolu 8 Day Mantle Clock
Located in London, GB
An early 19th Century French bronze & ormolu 8-Day striking Clock with silver dial (stamped Douon on inner plate and one spring dated 1824) mounted in unusual bronze & ormolu case de...
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19th Century French Regency Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Fine French Bronze Mounted Green Marble and Mantle Clock F. Barbedienne
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in New York, NY
Surmounted on a French green marble, the clock with heavy dore bronze mounts. Marked on dial F. Barbedienne foundry. Accented with cherub & small goat atop, elaborate bronze decorati...
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19th Century Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Aesthetic Movement Zodiac Black Marble Mantle Clock with Gong-Striking Movement
Located in London, GB
A rare and wonderful Aesthetic Movement black marble brass gong-striking mantel clock with brass finials and brass gallery to the top, just below with hand-painted porcelain panels o...
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1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Brass
Burmantofts Faience Foliate Design Yellow Glazed Art Pottery Mantle Clock
By Burmantofts Pottery
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare Burmantofts Faience art pottery foliate design mantel clock probably dating from around 1890. The clock of ovoid shape stands raised on two scroll feet with a large centrally ...
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1890s English Art Deco Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Faience
19th Century French Charles X Period Foliate Inlaid Mantle Clock with Calendar
Located in London, GB
A French mantel clock of the Charles X period. Constructed in palisander, foliate and line inlaid in boxwood; rectangular form case, surmounted by a gilt bronze carrying handle, h...
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19th Century French Charles X Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Boxwood
Antique Marble & Bronze Mantle Clock in the style of Louis-Albert Carvin
By Louis-Albert Carvin
Located in Denton, TX
French Artist Louis Albert Carvin, Born in Paris, 1875-1951. This Art Deco, Ca. 1930 clock with a stylized base, has 2 German Shepherds mounted and on guard. With red and grey marble...
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
French Louis XV style Bronze Ormolu Mantle Clock with Sevres Style Plaques
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Bring timeless elegance and museum-quality artistry into your interior with this exceptional French Louis XV style doré bronze figural mantel clock, exquisitely adorned with Sèvres s...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Mantle Clocks
Materials
Bronze
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Antique Mantle Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of antique mantle clocks for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique mantle clocks — often made from metal, bronze and stone — can elevate any home. Antique mantle clocks have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Louis XVI, Empire and Victorian antique mantle clocks are consistently popular styles. Antique mantle clocks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Meissen Porcelain, Japy Frères and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular.
How Much are Antique Mantle Clocks?
Prices for antique mantle clocks start at $270 and top out at $89,561 with the average selling for $3,937.
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 Mantle Clocks
- 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 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.
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 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, 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.
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With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Zoë Powell’s Magnolia 05 Vessel Is Handmade from Clay She Unearthed Herself
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.
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