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 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 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.

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Seth Thomas Ship Clock

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Louis Xv Cartel Clock

Railway Clock

Fine Louis XV Period Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock by Gilles L'aine

$12,500

H 16 in W 9 in D 4 in

Fine Louis XV Period Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock by Gilles L'aine

By Gilles Laine

Located in Montreal, QC

( Pierre Francois Gille ) , dit "L'AINÉ", master clock maker since 1746 . Mouvement by Pierre Gilles

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1760s French Louis XV Antique Master Clock

Materials

Bronze

IBM Time Clock

$4,025

H 35 in W 18 in D 19 in

IBM Time Clock

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

line of timekeeping devices, including master clocks, time clocks and time stamps. Family Owned

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Late 19th Century American Antique Master Clock

Materials

Metal

French early 19th century Empire st. white Carrara marble and Ormolu clock

$16,400

H 19.5 in W 11.25 in D 5.25 in

French early 19th century Empire st. white Carrara marble and Ormolu clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

known as "Weibel", was an 18th century master clock maker based in Lyon, France. Established in 1783

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19th Century French Empire Antique Master Clock

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Rare French Empire Clock in Gilt and Patinated Bronze Signed Lepaute

$28,000

H 20 in W 15 in D 6.5 in

Rare French Empire Clock in Gilt and Patinated Bronze Signed Lepaute

By Jean-André Lepaute 1

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

An extremely rare and important French Empire mantle clock signed by the master clock making

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Master Clock

Materials

Bronze

Month-Going Regulator Clock by Deshays à Paris

$248,500

H 91.5 in W 25.63 in D 14.5 in

Month-Going Regulator Clock by Deshays à Paris

Located in New Orleans, LA

have been the master clock by which all other clocks and watches within a building would have been set

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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Master Clock

Materials

Steel

Antique French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Dore Mantle Clock Retailed by J.N. Masters

$2,193

H 13.5 in W 70 in D 5.5 in

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

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Master Clock

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

The Astronomy Lesson French Empire Mantel Clock

$34,500

H 16 in W 15.44 in D 5 in

The Astronomy Lesson French Empire Mantel Clock

Located in New Orleans, LA

a similar clock made by master bronzier Jean-André Reiche in 1807—marking it as a quintessential

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19th Century French Empire Antique Master Clock

Materials

Marble, Enamel, Ormolu

Rare French 18th Century Louis XV Vernis Martin Cartel Clock by Festeau le Jeune

$33,324

H 53.55 in W 21.26 in D 11.03 in

Rare French 18th Century Louis XV Vernis Martin Cartel Clock by Festeau le Jeune

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

Jeune became master in 1769. Clock case and bracket are stamped by the ebenist ‘A. Gosselin’ (Antoine

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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Master Clock

Materials

Bronze

Fine Marble and Bronze fFgural Clock Candelabras by Lemerle Charpentier

$6,450 / set

H 16 in W 11.25 in D 5.75 in

Fine Marble and Bronze fFgural Clock Candelabras by Lemerle Charpentier

By Lemerle Charpentier 1

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exquisite three-piece French bronze and marble clock garniture by Lemerle-Charpentierwith a

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1870s French Neoclassical Antique Master Clock

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Huge French Copper Turret Clock Hands for Decorative Use

$945

H 35.44 in W 5.91 in D 1.58 in

Huge French Copper Turret Clock Hands for Decorative Use

By Brillie

Located in Nottingham, GB

mechanisms showcased the skill of master clockmakers. These clocks were not only practical but also served as

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Early 1900s British Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Copper

19th Century Ormolu and White Marble Mantel Clock by Linke

$16,202

H 22.05 in W 15.36 in D 9.85 in

19th Century Ormolu and White Marble Mantel Clock by Linke

By François Linke

Located in London, GB

master craftsman, this remarkable clock would make an elegant addition to any sophisticated interior.

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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Master Clock

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Raingo Freres Bronze and Slate French Louis XV Style Figural Mantel Clock

$3,495

H 20.5 in W 22 in D 9 in

Raingo Freres Bronze and Slate French Louis XV Style Figural Mantel Clock

By Raingo Frères

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

pairing ancient masters (Homer, Virgil, Horace) with French masters (Molière, Corneille), the clock

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Master Clock

Materials

Slate, Bronze

A Paul Philip Barraud Bracket Clock in the manner of Thomas Hope

$14,757

H 23.23 in W 12.21 in D 7.09 in

A Paul Philip Barraud Bracket Clock in the manner of Thomas Hope

Located in Amersham, GB

master for two consecutive years. Interestingly this clock is stamped ROBSON 2150 on the front plate

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Early 1800s English Egyptian Revival Antique Master Clock

Materials

Brass, Steel

Antique French Émile Gallé 3 Piece Porcelain Lion Clock Garniture Set Circa 1890

$17,500 / set

H 19.5 in W 17 in D 7.5 in

Antique French Émile Gallé 3 Piece Porcelain Lion Clock Garniture Set Circa 1890

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Original Émile Gallé 3 Piece Porcelain Lion Clock and Candelabra Garniture Set

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Late 19th Century French Antique Master Clock

Materials

Porcelain

1972 Carl Malmsten Unique Longcase “Tidlösa” Clock, Birch and Masur Birch

$3,037Sale Price|50% Off

H 74.81 in W 15.75 in D 5.52 in

1972 Carl Malmsten Unique Longcase “Tidlösa” Clock, Birch and Masur Birch

By Carl Malmsten

Located in London, GB

Verkstadsskola 1977, Carpenter Master Artur Jönsson, clock marked Westerstrands Sweden.

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1770s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Master Clock

Materials

Birch

Adeodato ZuccatiBaroque silver Vase with Flowers with a Fruit Tray and a Clock by A. Zuccati, 2d half of the 17th century

$31,584

H 41.32 in W 61.44 in

Baroque silver Vase with Flowers with a Fruit Tray and a Clock by A. Zuccati

Located in PARIS, FR

fruits and a clock that reminds us of the brevity of life. 1. Adeodato Zuccati, a recently rediscovered

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Late 17th Century Old Masters Antique Master Clock

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Paris France Antique Hide Wood Iron Dome Trunk Chest, Signed, Early 18th Century

$6,500

H 16 in W 38 in D 18 in

Paris France Antique Hide Wood Iron Dome Trunk Chest, Signed, Early 18th Century

Located in Forney, TX

, at the bottom of Pont-au-change, opposite the Palace Clock La Forest, Master Boxmaker - Ordinary

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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Master Clock

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

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Rare Seth Thomas No. 6 Ships Nautical Wardroom Clock Ca 1920

Unavailable

H 2.63 in Dm 7.5 in

Rare Seth Thomas No. 6 Ships Nautical Wardroom Clock Ca 1920

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in Palm City, FL

. , and unique spade hands. It dates from the 1920's, and It has been recently serviced by a master clock

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Early 20th Century American Antique Master Clock

18th Century, Chinese Cartel in Green Lacquer, Louis XV Period

Unavailable

H 49.61 in W 16.34 in D 13 in

18th Century, Chinese Cartel in Green Lacquer, Louis XV Period

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

126cm, width 41.5cm, depth 17cm AT. DUBOIS: Adrien? DUBOIS received Master in 1738 manufacturer of

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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Master Clock

Materials

Bronze

Unique Seth Thomas Side Wind Lever Ships Chronometer

Unavailable

H 7 in Dm 7 in

Unique Seth Thomas Side Wind Lever Ships Chronometer

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in Palm City, FL

within the XII o'clock position. It has been recently serviced by a master clock smith and is running

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19th Century American Antique Master Clock

Louis Vincent FouquetQuai De Brancas Music Clock Painting, 1837

Unavailable

H 36 in W 48 in D 6 in

Quai De Brancas Music Clock Painting

By Louis Vincent Fouquet

Located in Vancouver, BC

which was completely destroyed, including it’s clock tower, in 1848. The clock mechanism has six

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19th Century Old Masters Antique Master Clock

Materials

Oil

Edwardian Novelty Silver Figural Bookmark 'Dick Swiveller', circa 1901-1910

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H 4.38 in W 1.5 in D 0 in

Edwardian Novelty Silver Figural Bookmark 'Dick Swiveller', circa 1901-1910

By J.F. Fradley & Co.

Located in Sittingbourne, Kent

) which Dickens published along with short stories in his weekly serial Master Humphrey's Clock, which

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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Master Clock

Materials

Silver

Rare Self Winding Clock Co Naval Observatory Time Western Union Wall Clock 26"

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H 26.25 in W 7.75 in D 20.75 in

Rare Self Winding Clock Co Naval Observatory Time Western Union Wall Clock 26"

By Self Winding Clock Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

signal from a master clock. Through the years many of the synchronizers have been removed. For many

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Early 20th Century Late Victorian Antique Master Clock

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Bakelite Octagonal Quartz Wall Clock

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H 11 in W 11 in D 2.75 in

Art Deco Bakelite Octagonal Quartz Wall Clock

Located in London, GB

it a streamlined, modern look. This clock was originally intended for use with a master clock system

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1920s British Art Deco Antique Master Clock

Materials

Metal, Brass

Enormous Reclaimed Cast Iron Industrial Clock by Gents of Leicester

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H 7.09 in Dm 47.25 in

Enormous Reclaimed Cast Iron Industrial Clock by Gents of Leicester

By Gents of Leicester

Located in Nottingham, GB

timekeeping technology, that allows for a master clock to send accurate pulses to slave clocks—this clock

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1920s British Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Steel

Rare Early 1900s Huge Electric Station Clock by Gents of Leicester

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H 5.52 in Dm 43.31 in

Rare Early 1900s Huge Electric Station Clock by Gents of Leicester

By Gents of Leicester

Located in Nottingham, GB

ran from a master clock in sync with other clocks from the station but now is supplied via a modern

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Early 20th Century British Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Steel

Large Reclaimed Electric Railway Wall Clock By Gent & Co Ltd Leicester

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H 3.55 in Dm 20.08 in

Large Reclaimed Electric Railway Wall Clock By Gent & Co Ltd Leicester

By Gents of Leicester

Located in Nottingham, GB

. The clock maintains its original impulse movement which would originally been controlled by a master

Category

1920s British Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Steel, Brass

Early 20th C. Gents of Leicester 24 Hour Factory Clock c.1940

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H 4 in Dm 21 in

Early 20th C. Gents of Leicester 24 Hour Factory Clock c.1940

By Gents of Leicester

Located in San Francisco, CA

series or access to a clock was limited. Therefore, the clocks could be controlled by a central master

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Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Master Clock

Materials

Metal

Rare Original Gallé Clock Set by Art Nouveau Master circa 1890-1900

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Rare Original Gallé Clock Set by Art Nouveau Master circa 1890-1900

By Claude Galle

Located in New Orleans, LA

Signed garniture by Gallé. Clock measures 14" H and 12" W. Candelabra measure 16 1/2" H x 10"W.

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19th Century French Antique Master Clock

Early Gilt Bronze Antique French Clock, Dog and Master

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H 15.75 in W 18.5 in L 15.75 in

Early Gilt Bronze Antique French Clock, Dog and Master

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A large and early original antique French figural clock featuring a dog in his kennel with his

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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Master Clock

Materials

Ormolu

Original RARE Painted Grandfather Clock w/ Angel; Piece of Art!

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H 81.5 in W 20 in D 11.5 in

Original RARE Painted Grandfather Clock w/ Angel; Piece of Art!

Located in Round Top, TX

, you notice the thick style of paint application reminiscent of an old world master painting. The clock

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19th Century Danish Antique Master Clock

Materials

Wood, Glass

L'indiscrète French Empire Mantel Clock by Claude Galle

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H 17 in W 12.5 in D 6.5 in

L'indiscrète French Empire Mantel Clock by Claude Galle

By Claude Galle

Located in New Orleans, LA

“L'indiscrète” French Empire Mantel Clock Claude Galle Circa 1810 This splendid French Empire

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19th Century French Empire Antique Master Clock

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

19th Century Jacob Petit Porcelain Mantel Clock French Paris Porcelain Pendulum

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H 14.2 in W 9.8 in D 5.9 in

19th Century Jacob Petit Porcelain Mantel Clock French Paris Porcelain Pendulum

By Jacob Petit

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

master watchmaker The clock has an 8-day movement and is complete with winding key and pendulum

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19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Master Clock

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1920

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H 2.76 in Dm 15.36 in

Antique Vintage Industrial Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1920

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

clock system labelled as the 'Pul-syn-etic' - a master and slave series of clocks that would go on to

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1910s English Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Steel

Large Early Antique Industrial Metal Gents of Leicester Wall Clock, c.1920

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H 3.94 in Dm 25.99 in

Large Early Antique Industrial Metal Gents of Leicester Wall Clock, c.1920

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

master and slave series of clocks that would go on to revolutionise the workplace and public spaces alike

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1920s English Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Steel

XL Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Gents of Leicester Factory Wall Clock, c.1930

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H 4.73 in Dm 25.99 in

XL Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Gents of Leicester Factory Wall Clock, c.1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

clock system labelled as the 'Pul-syn-etic' - a master and slave series of clocks that would go on to

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Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Iron

XL Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Gents of Leicester Factory Wall Clock, c.1930

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H 4.73 in Dm 26.38 in

XL Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Gents of Leicester Factory Wall Clock, c.1930

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

labelled as the 'Pul-syn-etic' - a master and slave series of clocks that would go on to revolutionise the

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Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Iron

19th C. French Victorian Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Alabaster Figural Clock PH Mourey

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H 13.5 in W 12 in D 5 in

19th C. French Victorian Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Alabaster Figural Clock PH Mourey

By Phillipe Mourey, Jean Louis Grégoire, Auguste Moreau, Japy Frères

Located in Forney, TX

Elegant French Victorian era gilt bronze mounted alabaster antique mantel clock / shelf clock

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Master Clock

Materials

Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu, Spelter

19th Century Bornholm Tall Clock by Mogens Peter M. P. Westh

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H 77.5 in W 21.25 in D 8.5 in

19th Century Bornholm Tall Clock by Mogens Peter M. P. Westh

Located in Forney, TX

Patina Perfection!! A stunning 19th Century Neo-classical style painted pine tall case clock by

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19th Century Danish Neoclassical Antique Master Clock

Materials

Pine, Giltwood

Frans Pourbus the YoungerCivic Portrait of a Gentleman in a Doublet beside a Table with Clock, dated 1595, 1595

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H 35.04 in W 27.56 in D 2.76 in

Civic Portrait of a Gentleman in a Doublet beside a Table with Clock, dated 1595

By Frans Pourbus the Younger

Located in London, GB

Civic Portrait of a Gentleman in a Doublet beside a Table with a Clock, dated 1595 Circle of Frans

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16th Century Old Masters Antique Master Clock

Materials

Oil, Panel

18th Century Swedish Period Rococo Clock Secretaire Cabinet

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H 84 in W 47 in D 19 in

18th Century Swedish Period Rococo Clock Secretaire Cabinet

Located in Charleston, SC

base with simple bracket feet. Clockwork newly cleaned and regulated by the clock master. About the

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Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Master Clock

Materials

Pine

Early 20thC Mahogany Bowfront Sideboard Drinks Cabinet

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H 41 in W 39 in D 17 in

Early 20thC Mahogany Bowfront Sideboard Drinks Cabinet

By Goodall, Lamb, and Heighway, Ltd.

Located in Altrincham, GB

, Lower Broughton, with Esplin continuing the business. Esplin, b. 1848 in Wigan, was the son of a master

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Early 20th Century English Chippendale Antique Master Clock

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Wall Hanging Master Clock - W1503 ON HALF OFF SALE.

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H 29.5 in W 15.5 in D 8.25 in

Antique Wall Hanging Master Clock - W1503 ON HALF OFF SALE.

By Master

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

Antique Wall Hanging Master Clock - W1503 This is a rare antique wall hanging master clock. It is

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Master Clock

Materials

Oak

Rare Early Large Cast Iron Exposed Dial Railway Clock by Synchronome Electric

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H 3.94 in Dm 24.02 in

Rare Early Large Cast Iron Exposed Dial Railway Clock by Synchronome Electric

By Synchronome

Located in Nottingham, GB

now operated by a modern impulse driver that mimics the pulse of the master clock. The mechanism can

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1920s British Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Steel, Iron

Vintage Industrial English Clock Dial Face, Fully Working

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H 2.5 in Dm 11 in

Vintage Industrial English Clock Dial Face, Fully Working

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

iron frame hangs on the wall and supports the alloy bezel Originally the dial of the factory master

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Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Vintage Industrial English Clock Dial Face, Fully Working

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H 1.75 in Dm 10 in

Vintage Industrial English Clock Dial Face, Fully Working

By International Time Recording Co. Ltd.

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

frame hangs on the wall and supports the dial. Originally the dial of the factory master regulator

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Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Iron

19th Century Black Forest Fusee Cuckoo Mantel Clock by Beha

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H 17.25 in W 11 in D 8 in

19th Century Black Forest Fusee Cuckoo Mantel Clock by Beha

By Johann Baptiste Beha

Located in Norwich, GB

Cuckoo’s. He quickly gained a reputation as the ‘Master Cuckoo Clock Maker’. In 1861 at the International

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19th Century German Victorian Antique Master Clock

Materials

Wood

17th Century Oak Longcase Clock

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H 79 in W 18 in D 11 in

17th Century Oak Longcase Clock

Located in Martlesham, GB

A very rare late 17th century 24 hour oak cased striking longcase clock by the prominent maker

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1680s British Antique Master Clock

Materials

Oak

Recording Dial Clock by the International Time Recording Company

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H 72 in W 18 in D 36 in

Recording Dial Clock by the International Time Recording Company

Located in Peekskill, NY

master clocks, several types of time clocks, and time stamps. Founded in 1900, the firm continuously

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Late 19th Century American Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Oak

Charles Dickens, Master Humphrey's Clock, 3 Volumes, 1840-2, First Edition

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H 9 in W 6 in D 1 in

Charles Dickens, Master Humphrey's Clock, 3 Volumes, 1840-2, First Edition

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

AUTHOR: DICKENS, Charles TITLE: Master Humphrey's Clock. PUBLISHER: London: Chapman and Hall

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1840s British Antique Master Clock

Materials

Fabric

Charles Dickens, Master Humphrey's Clock, First Edtion in a Fine Leather Binding

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H 8 in W 6.5 in D 1.5 in

Charles Dickens, Master Humphrey's Clock, First Edtion in a Fine Leather Binding

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

Author: DICKENS, Charles. Title: Master Humphrey's Clock. Publisher: London: Chapman and

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1840s British Antique Master Clock

Materials

Leather

Biedermeier painter (Austrian school)- Early 19th century clock painting, c.1820

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H 29.14 in W 34.65 in

Biedermeier painter (Austrian school)- Early 19th century clock painting

Located in Varmo, IT

Biedermeier painter (early 19th century) - River landscape with clock. 58 x 73 cm without frame

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Early 19th Century Old Masters Antique Master Clock

Materials

Canvas, Oil

c1890 The Works of Charles Dickens

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H 7.5 in W 30 in D 5 in

c1890 The Works of Charles Dickens

By Charles Dickens

Located in Bath, GB

Pieces’, eighteen to ‘Master Humphrey’s Clock’, eleven to ‘Edwin Drood’, nine to ‘Great Expectations

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1890s British Antique Master Clock

Materials

Paper

1890 Works of Charles Dickens

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H 8 in W 30 in D 5.5 in

1890 Works of Charles Dickens

By Charles Dickens

Located in Bath, GB

Pieces. With sixteen illustrations. Christmas Stories and Other Stories. Includes Master Humphrey's Clock

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1890s British Antique Master Clock

Materials

Paper

Solid Oak School Clock

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H 13 in W 13 in D 2.5 in

Solid Oak School Clock

Located in Beaconsfield, GB

conversion. Originally an electrically powered slave clock driven from a master clock. It has its original

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1910s Scottish Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Wood

Stockholm Clock by Johan Nyberg

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H 92 in W 26 in D 10 in

Stockholm Clock by Johan Nyberg

Located in Great Barrington, MA

Swedish tall case clock by Johan Nyberg, master clock maker active in Stockholm from 1787 to 1801

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Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Master Clock

Materials

Brass

Seth Thomas Ship's Bell Nautical 8 Day Clock Ca 1921

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H 6 in Dm 4.5 in

Seth Thomas Ship's Bell Nautical 8 Day Clock Ca 1921

Located in Palm City, FL

movement. The clock has been recently serviced by a master clock smith, and the movement is keeping

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Early 20th Century American Antique Master Clock

Mora Clock with Original Works and Painted Surface

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H 85.5 in W 23.5 in D 10 in

Mora Clock with Original Works and Painted Surface

Located in Great Barrington, MA

, and we are fortunate to have a master clock-maker who can restore the 200-year-old clockworks to like

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Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Master Clock

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Antique Waltham U.S. Navy Ships Boxed Chronometer WW I

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H 4 in Dm 3 in

Antique Waltham U.S. Navy Ships Boxed Chronometer WW I

Located in Palm City, FL

label of the period in the picture. It was recently rebuilt by a certified master clock maker and has

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Early 20th Century American Antique Master Clock

"His Master's Voice" Wind Up Gramophone

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H 27 in W 13 in D 15 in

"His Master's Voice" Wind Up Gramophone

By His Masters Voice

Located in Altrincham, Cheshire

"His Master's Voice" wind up gramophone, with brass Horn, Garrard spring motor and oak case, circa

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1920s English Antique Master Clock

Materials

Brass

French 18th Century Long Case Clock or Comtoise

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H 93 in W 19 in D 11 in

French 18th Century Long Case Clock or Comtoise

Located in Charleston, SC

. The case has its original lock and key. Clock was revised by a clock Master.

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1780s French Louis XVI Antique Master Clock

Materials

Fruitwood

Rococo Wall Clock by E.P.Olhman

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H 36.5 in W 18 in

Rococo Wall Clock by E.P.Olhman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gilded Swedish Rococo Wall Clock by Stockholm Master E.P.Olhman.

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18th Century and Earlier Swedish Antique Master Clock

Clock from the Brussels school (1927)

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H 19.3 in W 9.06 in D 6.7 in

Clock from the Brussels school (1927)

By Bontems

Located in Zonhoven, BE

project to become a master in clockworking!! All these clocks are unique. This one was the project of

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Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Master Clock

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Enamel, Other

Extremely Rare French Crucifix Wall Rotary Clock

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H 29 in W 20 in D 8 in

Extremely Rare French Crucifix Wall Rotary Clock

Located in Charleston, SC

and was completely revised by a clock master. You can see in a book by Tardy “French clock the world

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Mid-19th Century French Other Antique Master Clock

Materials

Bronze

Rare Mid-18th Century French Long Case Clock

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H 94.5 in W 19.5 in D 13 in

Rare Mid-18th Century French Long Case Clock

Located in Charleston, SC

-cut metal. The movement and its bell, according to the clock master, is also entirely mid-18th

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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Master Clock

Materials

Brass

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$1,350

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Located in Houston, TX

Beautiful Art Deco Cobalt Blue Table Clock English Moderne Circa 1930's

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1930s Unknown Art Deco Antique Master Clock

Materials

Glass

1970s Industrial Cast Aluminium and Brass Flame Proof Edison Striplight, Orange

$1,316 / item

H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 11.82 in

1970s Industrial Cast Aluminium and Brass Flame Proof Edison Striplight, Orange

By Industrial Design, Daeyang

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

Korean flame proof Edison LED twin strip light made by Daeyang in the 1970s with bespoke signal orange finish. Original item salvaged from supertankers and military vessels then p...

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Late 20th Century Korean Industrial Antique Master Clock

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

$3,158 / set

H 61.03 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books

Located in Brønshøj, DK

This collection consists of 400 antique decorative books, mainly dating from 1850–1950, with most published before 1920. The books are bound in leather, many with fine gold leaf embo...

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20th Century Danish Victorian Antique Master Clock

Materials

Gold Leaf

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

$33,909

H 6.3 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...

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15th Century and Earlier African Antique Master Clock

Materials

Bone

Monumental Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock by Maison Marquis

$48,260

H 36 in W 17 in D 12.25 in

Monumental Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock by Maison Marquis

By Maison Marquis, Languereau

Located in New York, NY

A very unusual and quite monumental antique French Louis XVI style Napoleon III ormolu mantel clock by Maison Marquis, the Movement by Languereau, Paris, 1860: surmounted by an urn i...

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Master Clock

Materials

Enamel, Bronze

Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' Table Lamp in Green for Stilnovo

$696 / item

H 7.4 in W 1.8 in D 7.7 in

Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' Table Lamp in Green for Stilnovo

By Gae Aulenti, Stilnovo

Located in Glendale, CA

Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' table lamp in green for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the M...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Master Clock

Materials

Metal

Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward

$228,108Sale Price|33% Off

H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in

Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward

By Henry Ward

Located in Amsterdam, NL

England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...

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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Master Clock

Materials

Other

19th Century French Cathedral Clock

$3,250

H 18.5 in W 7.13 in D 4.75 in

19th Century French Cathedral Clock

Located in High Point, NC

19th century beautifully hand crafter cathedral clock in gilt bronze. This is a magnificent example of 19th century French craftsmanship. There are many beautiful details to this p...

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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Master Clock

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock

$4,725

H 11.25 in W 15 in D 4.5 in

Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

Art Deco Mantel Clock Art Deco mantel clock house in a finely figured marble stepped case with applied Art Deco style brass mounts. Rectangular brass bezel opening to t...

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Master Clock

Materials

Marble

Gothic Revival Gilt Mantel Clock

$9,500

H 17.75 in W 12 in D 5.5 in

Gothic Revival Gilt Mantel Clock

Located in Queens, NY

English Gothic Revival style (19th Cent) gilt mantle clock with silver plate decoration and supported by 2 gnome figures with a pediment having a finial top. *Not working

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19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Master Clock

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Blue Glass, Brass Electric Mantle Clock, By Smiths , c1930

$1,181

H 7.68 in W 12.01 in D 3.15 in

Art Deco Blue Glass, Brass Electric Mantle Clock, By Smiths , c1930

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in Devon, England

In the 1930's Smiths Sectric produced a range of high end electric clocks with a distinctly Art Deco feel to them. This handsome chap is a surviving example, in a gorgeous coral blue...

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Antique Master Clock

Materials

Brass

Antique French Gilt Bronze Mounted Malachite Turning Mantel Clock

$56,707

H 29.53 in W 11.03 in D 10.04 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze Mounted Malachite Turning Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Antique French gilt bronze mounted malachite turning mantel clock French, late 19th century Measures: Height 75cm, width 28cm, depth 25.5cm The malachite mantel clock case is st...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Master Clock

Materials

Malachite, Bronze, Ormolu

Vintage Chinese Canton Automaton Acrobat Musical Pagoda Waterfall Bracket Clock

$45,000

H 28.75 in W 13 in D 8 in

Vintage Chinese Canton Automaton Acrobat Musical Pagoda Waterfall Bracket Clock

Located in Danville, CA

Fine Canton Workshop Chinese Automaton Acrobatic Figure Musical Pagoda Bracket Clock Here for your consideration is a large Chinese Canton bracket clock. The gorgeous hardwood cas...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Antique Master Clock

Materials

Brass

Rare Pair of 19th Century Cabinets by Grohé with a Noble Italian Provenance

$195,775 / set

H 44.5 in W 30 in D 19.5 in

Rare Pair of 19th Century Cabinets by Grohé with a Noble Italian Provenance

Located in London, GB

An Important Pair of Cabinets By Grohé Frères of Paris From a Noble Genoese Family Constructed primarily from matched tulipwood throughout, with purpleheart and bois de rose bandin...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Master Clock

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century French Mantel Clock Fire Gilded Bronze Pendule, circa 1810-1830

$19,100

H 20 in W 15 in D 6.5 in

19th Century French Mantel Clock Fire Gilded Bronze Pendule, circa 1810-1830

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A gold, antique French table clock, pendulum made of hand crafted fire-gilded bronze, in good condition. The circular enamel dial of the Parisian pendule is detailed with Roman numer...

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Master Clock

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Nineteenth Century Gilt Bronze Candelabra Pair, French or Russian

$70,187 / set

H 40.95 in Dm 17.72 in

Nineteenth Century Gilt Bronze Candelabra Pair, French or Russian

Located in Milano, IT

Pair of thirteen-flame candelabra France or Russia Second quarter of 19th century Cast, chiseled and gilt bronze Height 40.95 in (cm 104), diameter 17,7 in (cm 45) 97 lb (44 kg) Sta...

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1830s French Neoclassical Antique Master Clock

Materials

Ormolu

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Antique Master Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique master clock available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and wood, every antique master clock was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique master clock, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique master clock, designed in the Louis XVI, louis xv or neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made antique master clock has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by François Linke, Meissen Porcelain and Josef Lorenzl are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Master Clock?

An antique master clock can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $9,305, while the lowest priced sells for $350 and the highest can go for as much as $745,000.

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.

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The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.

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