Fine Louis XV Period Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock by Gilles L'aine
By Gilles Laine
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare Louis XV period wall clock "cartel d'applique " , finely cast and chiseled , beautiful mercury gliding , the enameled dial with roman numerals , signed GILLE LAINÉ À PARIS - G...
Bronze
$2,875
IBM Time Clock
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
By the early 20th Century International Time Recording Company supplied an entire line of timekeeping devices, including master clocks, time clocks and time stamps. Family Owned &am...
Metal
French early 19th century Empire st. white Carrara marble and Ormolu clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Veibel a Lyon, also known as "Weibel", was an 18th century master clock maker based in Lyon, France. Established in 1783, Veibel began his career by crafting exceptional table clocks...
Marble, Ormolu
$22,400Sale Price|20% Off
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 dynasty of Jean-Andre Lepaute and his brother Jean-Baptiste Lepaute.
Bronze
Month-Going Regulator Clock by Deshays à Paris
Located in New Orleans, LA
This regulator would have been the master clock by which all other clocks and watches within a building would have been set.
Steel
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.
Bronze, Ormolu
The Astronomy Lesson French Empire Mantel Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
A popular motif during this period, Emperor Napoleon owned a similar clock made by master bronzier Jean-André Reiche in 1807—marking it as a quintessential objet d'art that defined t...
Marble, Enamel, Ormolu
Rare French 18th Century Louis XV Vernis Martin Cartel Clock by Festeau le Jeune
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Festeau Le Jeune became master in 1769. Clock case and bracket are stamped by the ebenist ‘A.
Bronze
Huge French Copper Turret Clock Hands for Decorative Use
By Brillie
Located in Nottingham, GB
Their large dials and bold hands ensured visibility from great distances, while their intricate mechanisms showcased the skill of master clockmakers. These clocks were not only pract...
Copper
Fine Marble and Bronze fFgural Clock Candelabras by Lemerle Charpentier
By Lemerle Charpentier 1
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Lemerle-Charpentier: Parisian Masters of Decorative Clocks The set bears the name of Lemerle-Charpentier, a respected Parisian firm active in the second half of the 19th century.
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Ormolu and White Marble Mantel Clock by Linke
By François Linke
Located in London, GB
This clock is signed ‘Linke’. A true testament to the artistry of a master craftsman, this remarkable clock would make an elegant addition to any sophisticated interior.
Marble, Ormolu
Raingo Freres Bronze and Slate French Louis XV Style Figural Mantel Clock
By Raingo Frères
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
She holds a bronze plaque that establishes a "canon" of Western literary mastery.The Names on the PlaqueThe names are listed in their French forms, representing the pinnacle of ancie...
Slate, Bronze
A Paul Philip Barraud Bracket Clock in the manner of Thomas Hope
Located in Amersham, GB
William Robson was Master of the Clock Makers Company twice in 1809 & 1816 and died in 1823, so this clock has the hand of two of Georgian London’s top clockmakers present in it’s cr...
Brass, Steel
Antique French Émile Gallé 3 Piece Porcelain Lion Clock Garniture Set Circa 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Signed by Art Nouveau Master, Émile Gallé. Clock: 19 1/2" High x 17" Wide x 7 1/2" Deep Pair Candelabra: 16 1/2" High x 10" Wide x 8" Deep
Porcelain
Early 19th Century Original Hand Painted Tall Swedish Grandfather Clock
Located in Round Top, TX
When originally made, a clock master, cabinet maker, and professional painter would have been commissioned in the making of this grandfather clock.
Pine, Paint
$3,106Sale Price|50% Off
1972 Carl Malmsten Unique Longcase “Tidlösa” Clock, Birch and Masur Birch
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten “Tidlösa” Longcase clock in Birch and Masur birch. Case signed Malmstens Verkstadsskola 1977, Carpenter Master Artur Jönsson, clock marked Westerstrands Sweden.
Birch
Baroque silver Vase with Flowers with a Fruit Tray and a Clock by A. Zuccati
Located in PARIS, FR
This unpublished composition is a recent addition to Adeodato Zuccati’s catalog. The study of this painting by Gianluca Bocchi, an Italian art historian specializing in Italian still...
Canvas, Oil
Paris France Antique Hide Wood Iron Dome Trunk Chest, Signed, Early 18th Century
Located in Forney, TX
Le tout a jufte prix A Paris Translated: Street Saint Barthelemy, at the bottom of Pont-au-change, opposite the Palace Clock La Forest, Master Boxmaker - Ordinary Trunkmaker of th...
Iron, Wrought Iron
Rare Seth Thomas No. 6 Ships Nautical Wardroom Clock Ca 1920
By Seth Thomas Clock Company
Located in Palm City, FL
It dates from the 1920's, and It has been recently serviced by a master clock smith and is running well. The custom stand, a $75.00 value, is included.
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
DUBOIS: Adrien? DUBOIS received Master in 1738 manufacturer of clock cases. Doc: "The art and manner of the French cabinetmakers in the 18th century."
Bronze
Unique Seth Thomas Side Wind Lever Ships Chronometer
By Seth Thomas Clock Company
Located in Palm City, FL
A key adjustable fast/slow regulator is within the XII o'clock position. It has been recently serviced by a master clock smith and is running well, but the time varies as the spring ...
Quai De Brancas Music Clock Painting
By Louis Vincent Fouquet
Located in Vancouver, BC
The Quai at Brancas on the River Loire at Nantes was painted by Louis Vincent Fouquet circa 1837 and is signed at the bottom right, 'L. Fouquet'. The painting shows a tributary of th...
Oil
Unavailable
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
The Old Curiosity Shop was one of two novels (the other being Barnaby Rudge) which Dickens published along with short stories in his weekly serial Master Humphrey's Clock, which last...
Silver
Sold
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
SWCC refers to these clocks as subsidiary clocks. These clocks had a synchronizer that received an hourly correction signal from a master clock.
Metal
Art Deco Bakelite Octagonal Quartz Wall Clock
Located in London, GB
The octagonal shape with smooth, clean lines give it a streamlined, modern look. This clock was originally intended for use with a master clock system however, it is so attractive we...
Metal, Brass
Enormous Reclaimed Cast Iron Industrial Clock by Gents of Leicester
By Gents of Leicester
Located in Nottingham, GB
Whether it’s a classic railway clock or a master clock system, each piece tells a story of innovation and practicality.
Steel
Rare Early 1900s Huge Electric Station Clock by Gents of Leicester
By Gents of Leicester
Located in Nottingham, GB
The original hands and movement still run the clock, the slave movement would of once ran from a master clock in sync with other clocks from the station but now is supplied via a mod...
Steel
Large Reclaimed Electric Railway Wall Clock By Gent & Co Ltd Leicester
By Gents of Leicester
Located in Nottingham, GB
A stunning feature piece for any wall space bring a little industrial chic that can work both private and commercial interiors. The clock maintains its original impulse movement whi...
Steel, Brass
Early 20th C. Gents of Leicester 24 Hour Factory Clock c.1940
By Gents of Leicester
Located in San Francisco, CA
Therefore, the clocks could be controlled by a central master clock allowing the upkeep and precision of timekeeping to be managed very accurately.
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.
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 master alongside.
Ormolu
Original RARE Painted Grandfather Clock w/ Angel; Piece of Art!
Located in Round Top, TX
Please examine the close up photos to view the ministering angel (a rare subject matter on a clock case). In person, you notice the thick style of paint application reminiscent of an...
Wood, Glass
L'indiscrète French Empire Mantel Clock by Claude Galle
By Claude Galle
Located in New Orleans, LA
Created by master bronzier Claude Galle, this clock’s unparalleled artistry distinguishes it as one of the finest Parisian horological masterpieces of the First Empire.
Bronze, Enamel
Sold
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
Jacob Petit owned a porcelain factory in Fontainebleau with 80 employees and a workshop in Paris at 26, rue de Bondy. The clock has been cleaned by a master watchmaker The clock ...
Gold Leaf
Sold
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
In 1903 they produced an electric clock system labelled as the 'Pul-syn-etic' - a master and slave series of clocks that would go on to revolutionise the workplace and public spaces ...
Steel
Large Early Antique Industrial Metal Gents of Leicester Wall Clock, c.1920
By Gents of Leicester
Located in London, GB
In 1903 they produced an electric clock system labelled as the 'Pul-syn-etic' - a master and slave series of clocks that would go on to revolutionise the workplace and public spaces ...
Steel
Sold
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
In 1903 they produced an electric clock system labelled as the 'Pul-syn-etic' - a master and slave series of clocks that would go on to revolutionise the workplace and public spaces ...
Iron
Sold
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
In 1903 they produced an electric clock system labelled as the 'Pul-syn-etic' - a master and slave series of clocks that would go on to revolutionise the workplace and public spaces ...
Iron
Sold
H 13.5 in W 12 in D 5 in
19th C. French Victorian Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Alabaster Figural Clock PH Mourey
By Japy Frères, Jean Louis Grégoire, Auguste Moreau, Phillipe Mourey
Located in Forney, TX
Elegant French Victorian era gilt bronze mounted alabaster antique mantel clock / shelf clock, attributed to master Parisian sculptor P.H.
Alabaster, Metal, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu, Spelter
19th Century Bornholm Tall Clock by Mogens Peter M. P. Westh
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning 19th Century Neo-classical style painted pine tall case clock by master clockmaker Mogens Peter Westh (1817-1894 apprenticed 1835 to Morten Jørgensen Møller) Hand-crafted...
Pine, Giltwood
Sold
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 Pourbus the Elder (1545–1581) This rare and compelling late-sixteenth-century Flem...
Oil, Panel
18th Century Swedish Period Rococo Clock Secretaire Cabinet
Located in Charleston, SC
Clockwork newly cleaned and regulated by the clock master. About the one-hand clocks. When the hand is for example very near the 12 it is about five/ten minutes after 12.
Pine
Early 20thC Mahogany Bowfront Sideboard Drinks Cabinet
By Goodall, Lamb, and Heighway, Ltd.
Located in Altrincham, GB
Esplin, b. 1848 in Wigan, was the son of a master watch and clock maker, and had been listed as a cabinet maker and carpet warehouseman living in Didsbury in the 1881 census.
Mahogany
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.
Oak
Sold
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
At its heart sits the original brass-mounted slave movement, professionally restored and now operated by a modern impulse driver that mimics the pulse of the master clock. The mechan...
Brass, Enamel, Steel, Iron
Vintage Industrial English Clock Dial Face, Fully Working
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
The original heavy cast iron frame hangs on the wall and supports the alloy bezel Originally the dial of the factory master regulator clock, most of the clock was missing.
Aluminum, Brass, Iron
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.
The French sculptor shaped dense blocks into tactile forms meant to be used and held.
After synthetic dyes changed fashion, home goods and printed matter, it was only a matter of time till glass caught up.
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
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.
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.