Antique Master Clock
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
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
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
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
$1,917
H 3.94 in Dm 24.02 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
$16,400
H 19.5 in W 11.25 in D 5.25 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
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
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
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
$34,151
H 53.55 in W 21.26 in D 11.03 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
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
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
$15,022
H 23.23 in W 12.21 in D 7.09 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
$17,500 / set
H 19.5 in W 17 in D 7.5 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
$6,179
H 74.81 in W 15.75 in D 5.52 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
Oil, Canvas
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
18th Century French La Forest Signed Wood Hide Iron Travel Chest Storage Trunk
Located in Forney, TX
Translated:
Street Saint Barthelemy, at the bottom of Pont-au-change, opposite the Palace Clock
La Forest
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Master Clock
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
$6,500
H 16 in W 38 in D 18 in
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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
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
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
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
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
H 4.38 in W 1.5 in D 0 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
H 26.25 in W 7.75 in D 20.75 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
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
By Gents of Leicester
Located in Nottingham, GB
.
The clock maintains its original impulse movement which would originally been controlled by a master
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1920s British Industrial Antique Master Clock
Materials
Steel, Brass
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
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
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!
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
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
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 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
H 14.2 in W 9.8 in D 5.9 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
H 2.76 in Dm 15.36 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
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
19th C. French Victorian Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Alabaster Figural Clock PH Mourey
By Auguste Moreau, Japy Frères, Phillipe Mourey, Jean Louis Grégoire
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
H 13.5 in W 12 in D 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
H 8 in W 6.5 in D 1.5 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
H 29.14 in W 34.65 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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2010s Italian Modern Antique Master Clock
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1970s European Industrial Antique Master Clock
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By E. Howard & Co.
Located in Hyattsville, MD
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1870s North American Victorian Antique Master Clock
Materials
Carrara Marble
$2,800 Sale Price
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H 29.75 in W 14.5 in D 4 in
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By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller
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1930s American Machine Age Antique Master Clock
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By Neon Clock Sales Co.
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1940s American Art Deco Antique Master Clock
Materials
Metal
Pair of 18th Century Italian Walnut Armchairs, Circa 1750
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Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Master Clock
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Pair of Louis XV Style Gilded Side Chairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A decorative pair of Louis XV style side chairs, the well carved frames are finished in gold leaf and have recently been upholstered in a turquoise/gilt damask.
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Master Clock
Materials
Damask, Giltwood
Mid-Century ''Square of Squares'' Teak and Golden Clock 1970s by Diehl, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Antique Master Clock
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
$358
H 9.57 in W 9.57 in D 1.97 in
Pair of French Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Kingwood Side Tables
By François Linke
Located in Forney, TX
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20th Century French Louis XV Antique Master Clock
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Carrara Marble, Bronze
Decorative greyhound hand carved heraldic coat of arms
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality gilt coloured coat of arms. Central shield with acanthus decoration, flanked either side by outward facing standing greyhounds.
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Late 20th Century English Gothic Antique Master Clock
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Master Clock
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$4,054
H 80.71 in W 44.49 in D 15.75 in
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Early 20th Century French Régence Antique Master Clock
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...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Master Clock
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By Baccarat
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Master Clock
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Crystal, Ormolu
$308,952 / set
H 75 in Dm 29 in
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Located in New York, NY
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19th Century Syrian Antique Master Clock
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Wood, Walnut
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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.
Questions About Antique Master Clock
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To identify your antique clock, search for markings on the back of its movement or case. Once you have located these marks, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is. From there, you can continue your research to learn more about your clock's age, style and other characteristics. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Find a wide range of antique clocks on 1stDibs.
- How can I spot an antique clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021An antique bracket clock refers to a portable spring-driven pendulum table clock created in the 17th and 18th centuries. These clocks were equipped with convenient carrying handles and were housed usually in rectangular cases. Shop a collection of antique and vintage bracket clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To know if an antique clock is valuable, you'll typically need to have the piece assessed by a certified appraiser or an experienced antiques dealer. The maker and style of the clock will help determine its value (an early American clockmaker’s antique grandfather model, featuring an oak case and decorative carvings, may be very interesting to collectors, for example). Overall condition of your clock also plays a role. Generally, clocks that still work are worth more than those that require repairs. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique, vintage and modern clocks.
- 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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Cigar Culture Was Once the Peak of Masculinity. Now, It’s a Compelling Curiosity
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
African Travel Plans on Hold? This Ardmore Leopard Vase Brings the Beauty of the Savanna to You
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
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.
8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants
The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.
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