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 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 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.

Antique Metal Clocks

Category

19th Century North American Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Zinc

Antique Metal Clock Face

H 62 in Dm 62 in

Antique Porcelain Mounted Gilt Metal Clock Set

Located in London, GB

clock and pair of vases, is crafted from gilt metal and is mounted with decorative porcelain plaques

Category

19th Century French Rococo Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Antique Porcelain Mounted Gilt Metal Clock Set

H 16.15 in W 8.67 in D 5.12 in

Outstanding Quality Large Antique French Porcelain and Gilded Metal Clock Set

Located in Suffolk, GB

Outstanding quality large antique Victorian French porcelain and gilded metal clock set consisting

Category

19th Century French Victorian Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Porcelain

Outstanding Quality Large Antique French Porcelain and Gilded Metal Clock Set

H 15.75 in W 7.09 in D 4.73 in

Large-Sized French 19th Century Metal Clock Hands w/ Original Paint, Wall Decor

Located in Atlanta, GA

metal clock features it's original paint, which now shows exquisite patina and age. Each hands shape is

Category

19th Century French Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Large-Sized French 19th Century Metal Clock Hands w/ Original Paint, Wall Decor

H 48.5 in W 67 in D 4.5 in

1920’s Bakelite Italian Railway Station Wall Clock from the Italian Riviera

Located in London, GB

with Plastic and Bakelite fascia, with a metal clock face and weighted pendulum.

Category

1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Glass

1920’s Bakelite Italian Railway Station Wall Clock from the Italian Riviera

H 24.81 in W 14.77 in D 6.54 in

19th Century French Antique Round Wooden Clock - Napoleon III Wall Décor

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A round, antique French large dimensional clock face with its original metal clock made of hand

Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Antique Round Wooden Clock - Napoleon III Wall Décor

H 73.5 in Dm 73.5 in

Antique French Clock Dial Face by Japy Frères Industrial Fully Working

By Japy Frères

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A lovely painted metal clock dial with original hands by Japy Frères. Recovered by our buyer from a

Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Antique French Clock Dial Face by Japy Frères Industrial Fully Working

H 3.5 in Dm 11.75 in

American Colonial Mfg Co. Mahogany Tall Case Clock

Located in Astoria, NY

American Colonial Manufacturing Company Mahogany Tall Case Clock, with urn finial crest, gilt metal

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

American Colonial Mfg Co. Mahogany Tall Case Clock

H 88 in W 17 in D 11 in

Baroque Style Bronze and Ormolu Cherub Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

painted metal clock drum. The veined marble base supports a deftly cast gilt bronze flowing, folded fabric

Category

Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

Baroque Style Bronze and Ormolu Cherub Mantel Clock

H 27.17 in W 13.78 in D 10.44 in

18th century Swedish turret clock face and movement Rosendal palace

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

sold the estate in 2015 to the danish poul m mikkelsen' Painted metal clock face dated in all 4

Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Revival Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Iron, Lead

18th century Swedish turret clock face and movement Rosendal palace

H 46.75 in W 47.5 in D 1 in

Wood Chapel Clock by Waterbury Clock CO, USA

By Waterbury Clock Co.

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

This elegant mahogany chapel clock, crafted by the renowned Waterbury Clock Co. in the USA

Category

Late 18th Century American Rococo Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Wood Chapel Clock by Waterbury Clock CO, USA

H 19.69 in W 11.82 in D 4.73 in

Wood Chapel Clock, Made in the USA by Waterbury Clock CO

By Waterbury Clock Co.

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

This exquisite Waterbury Clock Co. chapel clock, crafted in the USA, exemplifies the elegance and

Category

Late 18th Century American Rococo Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Wood Chapel Clock, Made in the USA by Waterbury Clock CO

H 19.69 in W 12.21 in D 4.73 in

French Portico clock Rosewood n Marquetry early 19th century Gilt n Silverplated

Located in Sweden, SE

. Antique wooden clocks are always more valued than metal clocks due to their fragility and strong impact on

Category

Early 19th Century Charles X Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze

French Portico clock Rosewood n Marquetry early 19th century Gilt n Silverplated

H 19.8 in W 11 in D 6.7 in

Georgian Mahogany Gothic Style Tall Case Clock with Moon Phase Dial

Located in Milford, NH

, flanked by two decorative carved finials, over a tombstone form chased metal clock face with moon phase

Category

Late 18th Century English Gothic Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Georgian Mahogany Gothic Style Tall Case Clock with Moon Phase Dial

H 92 in W 23 in D 10.25 in

Seth Thomas, American Wall Clock, 19th Century

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

1813 in Plymouth Hollow, Connecticut, where he established a factory manufacturing clocks with metal

Category

19th Century American American Classical Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Wood

Seth Thomas, American Wall Clock, 19th Century

H 33.08 in W 16.15 in D 5.12 in

18th Century Grandfather Clock "Liverpool Made Case" from the George III Times

Located in Opole, PL

clock face with an hour dial and a moon dial above is placed on a metal panel, which is closed by an

Category

Early 18th Century English George III Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Grandfather Clock "Liverpool Made Case" from the George III Times

H 84.65 in W 19.69 in D 10.04 in

French Gilt Metal and Champleve Enamel Clock

Located in Astoria, NY

French Gilt Metal and Champleve Enamel Clock, late 19th century, of architectural form, the

Category

Early 20th Century French Provincial Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

French Gilt Metal and Champleve Enamel Clock

H 17.5 in W 9.5 in D 8.25 in

Late 19th Century French Gilt Metal Mantel Clock

Located in Cheshire, GB

Late 19th-century French gilt metal mantel clock, surmounted with a classical figure, opposing a

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Late 19th Century French Gilt Metal Mantel Clock

H 15 in W 25 in D 6.5 in

Extra Large Late 19th Century Metal Decorative Wall Clock

Located in Middleburg, VA

Extra large late 19th century metal decorative wall clock. A wonderfully bold addition to a large

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Extra Large Late 19th Century Metal Decorative Wall Clock

H 0.5 in Dm 55 in

Edward F. Caldwell & Co. Metal Table Clock

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Edward F. Caldwell & Co. 1851-1914 A gilt bronze, marble, gilt and patinated metal table clock

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Metal Clocks

Edward F. Caldwell & Co. Metal Table Clock

H 11.5 in W 6.5 in D 4.25 in

Elegant quality 19th century French gilt metal and porcelain clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Elegant quality French 19th century gilt metal and porcelain mantle clock, having a quality antique

Category

Early 19th Century Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Elegant quality 19th century French gilt metal and porcelain clock

H 16.15 in W 14.18 in D 7.09 in

Huge Antique French Clock, Cherubs Carrying Time by Carrier

By Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A huge and superb bronzed metal clock by the celebrated sculptor Albert Ernst Carrier-Belleuse

Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Marble, Metal

Huge Antique French Clock, Cherubs Carrying Time by Carrier

H 28 in W 10 in D 10 in

French Louis XV Style Porcelain Gilt Mixed Metal Mantel Clock

Located in Forney, TX

A breathtaking antique French Belle Époque period (1871-1914) porcelain mounted mixed metal mantel

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

French Louis XV Style Porcelain Gilt Mixed Metal Mantel Clock

H 16 in W 10.5 in D 7 in

English Tall Case Clock

Located in Nantucket, MA

English Sun/Moon Oak Tall Case Clock with brass face

Category

18th Century and Earlier English Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

English Tall Case Clock

H 82 in W 22.25 in D 11 in

Late 19th Century Japonisme Gilt Metal Mantel Clock by Curtis & Horspool, Paris

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Alluring gilt metal mantel clock in "Japonisme" style; an artistic movement influenced by Japanese

Category

1890s French Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Late 19th Century Japonisme Gilt Metal Mantel Clock by Curtis & Horspool, Paris

H 17 in W 10.25 in D 6.25 in

19th Century Atrium Form Dutch Fruitwood Gilt Metal Mantel Clock

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The top tier with the clock works decorated with a pair of gilt putti above a gilt garland, and

Category

19th Century Empire Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

19th Century Atrium Form Dutch Fruitwood Gilt Metal Mantel Clock

H 26 in W 19 in D 6 in

Jules Vieillard Chinoiserie Mantel Clock

Located in Queens, NY

French (Mid-19th Century) Chinoiserie design faience 6-sided mantel clock with foo dog top and

Category

19th Century English Regency Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Jules Vieillard Chinoiserie Mantel Clock

H 16.5 in W 11 in D 3.5 in

English Gilt Metal Ship's Wheel Desk Clock

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

English 19th century gilt metal ship's wheel desk clock retailed by Hannaford, Regent Street

Category

1890s English Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

English Gilt Metal Ship's Wheel Desk Clock

H 21 in W 17 in D 0.1 in

Stunning Victorian French 19th century gilt metal and porcelain mantle clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Stunning quality Victorian French 19th century gilt metal and porcelain mantle clock, having a

Category

Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Stunning Victorian French 19th century gilt metal and porcelain mantle clock

H 15.75 in W 13.39 in D 4.73 in

Louis XV Antique Boulle Clock Set Black Wood and Gild Bronze 19th century

By Japy Frères

Located in Sweden, SE

valued than metal clocks due to their fragility and severe environment impact on the case (moisture, etc

Category

Late 19th Century Baroque Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Louis XV Antique Boulle Clock Set Black Wood and Gild Bronze 19th century

H 21 in W 15.4 in D 5.7 in

French Victorian Black Marble Mantel Clock

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian black marble mantel clock with marble rosso antico column sides and gilded etched

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Marble, Gold Leaf, Metal

French Victorian Black Marble Mantel Clock

H 13 in W 10.75 in D 6.25 in

IBM Time Clock

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Antique oak case IBM Time Clock with original metal manufacturer's tag on front measurers 35"T

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

IBM Time Clock

H 35 in W 18 in D 19 in

19th Century Tall Column Shaped Clock from Sweden

Located in Atlanta, GA

brings to mind a marble victory column. The clock retains its original metal face. The general color

Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

19th Century Tall Column Shaped Clock from Sweden

H 75 in W 22 in D 10.5 in

American Eastlake Oak Regulator Clock by Gilbert

Located in Montreal, QC

under cornice and over a row of incised decoration; with brass ringed clock face flanked by square

Category

19th Century American Eastlake Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

American Eastlake Oak Regulator Clock by Gilbert

H 97 in W 29 in D 14 in

Antique European Wall Clock

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Wall clock, old. With a classic, carved design, rectangular and robust structure, it features a

Category

Early 20th Century Portuguese Modern Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Antique European Wall Clock

H 31.5 in W 13.78 in D 6.3 in

Antique European Wall Clock

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Old wall clock. The piece is made of dark wood, with carved details and turned side columns. The

Category

Early 20th Century Portuguese Modern Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Antique European Wall Clock

H 29.93 in W 13 in D 6.7 in

19th Century Station Clock

By TJ Upjohn

Located in Ongar, GB

family. The case is made from iron and wood with a painted metal face and hands. This clock would have

Category

19th Century European Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

19th Century Station Clock

H 29.14 in W 29.14 in D 2.37 in

French 19th Century Mantle Clock

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

French metal mantle clock with ‘Boiscontier a Paris Rue De Caumartin’ printed on its face. The

Category

19th Century French Other Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

French 19th Century Mantle Clock

H 15.75 in W 11 in D 5.38 in

Antique Clock Face, AC-0145

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique clock face Item #: AC-0145 Dimensions: 49” Diameter.

Category

19th Century European Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Antique Clock Face, AC-0145

H 49 in Dm 49 in

Antique Clock Face, AC-0231

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique clock face Item #: AC-0231 Dimensions: approx - 70” Diameter Beautiful patina.

Category

19th Century European Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Antique Clock Face, AC-0231

H 70 in Dm 70 in

Large Painted Tower Clock Face

Located in Ongar, GB

A large early 20th century painted metal tower clock face from Belgium. With original weathered

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Sheet Metal

Large Painted Tower Clock Face

H 47.25 in W 1.19 in D 47.25 in

Gilt Swedish Cartel Wall Clock

Located in Washington, DC

A gilt Swedish cartel wall clock.

Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Gilt Swedish Cartel Wall Clock

H 29 in W 17 in D 4 in

Italian Red Grain Painted and Gilt Decorated Tall Case Clock, c1790

Located in valatie, NY

This clock stands tall with original red grained paint and decorative gilt details. The works are

Category

Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Italian Red Grain Painted and Gilt Decorated Tall Case Clock, c1790

H 95 in W 17.5 in D 12 in

Art Deco Clock Set ~ Elephants

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A beautiful and high quality Art Deco clock set featuring two elephants standing beside the clock

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Marble, Metal

Art Deco Clock Set ~ Elephants

H 11 in W 16.75 in D 6 in

Portuguese Wall Clock, Fábrica Reguladora, SARL

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Portuguese wall clock, Fábrica Reguladora, SARL. This watch from the National Watch Factory

Category

Early 20th Century Portuguese Modern Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Portuguese Wall Clock, Fábrica Reguladora, SARL

H 24.81 in W 12.6 in D 5.52 in

Italian Neoclassical Parcel-Gilt Clock

Located in New York, NY

Italian neoclassical parcel-gilt clock. Roman military Empire period mantel clock of obelisk form

Category

Late 18th Century Italian Empire Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Italian Neoclassical Parcel-Gilt Clock

H 25.25 in W 14.5 in D 6 in

Antique Wall Clock with Carved Eagle

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Wall clock with carved Eagle. With carvings and turnings, topped by a floret and an eagle. With an

Category

Early 20th Century Portuguese Modern Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Antique Wall Clock with Carved Eagle

H 32.68 in W 14.57 in D 7.09 in

19th Century French Tôle Wall Clock

Located in Charlottesville, VA

clock features a domed face with Roman numerals and ornate hands. The black lacquered surface is

Category

19th Century French Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Tôle Wall Clock

H 19 in W 15 in D 5 in

Antique Clock Face, AC-0081-03

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique clock face Item #: AC-0081-03 Additional Information: Dimensions: approx - 58

Category

19th Century Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Antique Clock Face, AC-0081-03

H 58 in Dm 58 in

Antique Church Clock Face, AC-0120

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique Church clock face, 1820 Item #: AC-0120 Additional Information: Dimensions: approx

Category

19th Century Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Antique Church Clock Face, AC-0120

H 69 in Dm 69 in

Superb Arts and Crafts Nutwood and Brass Pendulum / Table Clock or Desk Clock

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful and stylish clock, in good working order. If you are looking for an exceptionally

Category

Early 20th Century European Jugendstil Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Superb Arts and Crafts Nutwood and Brass Pendulum / Table Clock or Desk Clock

H 13.4 in W 9 in D 4.9 in

Early 20th Century French Wall Clock

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Very eye catching clock

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century French Wall Clock

H 51 in W 22.5 in D 2.5 in

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Clock Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An Art Deco Egyptian Revival clock set Early 20th century; France Metal dial with black Arabic

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Marble, Metal

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Clock Set

H 13 in W 24 in D 7.5 in

Antique 19th Century Clock, AC-0061

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Antique 19th century clock Item #: AC-0061 Dimensions: Approximate - 29.5 Diameter.

Category

19th Century European Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Antique 19th Century Clock, AC-0061

H 29 in Dm 29.5 in

19th Century French Marble Mantle Clock

Located in Charlottesville, VA

A stately French Empire mantle clock. In marble with bronze mounts

Category

19th Century French Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Marble, Metal

19th Century French Marble Mantle Clock

H 16.5 in W 11 in D 6 in

Swedish Rocaille Giltwood Wall Clock

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Surmounted by a pierced foliate cresting, flanked by glazed panels to the sides and below, the white enamel dial with Roman hours and Arabic minutes, inscribed Nils Berg Stockholm, t...

Category

Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Swedish Rocaille Giltwood Wall Clock

H 31.5 in W 17 in D 6 in

Etienne Falconnet "Musicians" Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Astoria, NY

Louis XVI Style "Musicians" Polished Gilt Bronze Clock, after the model by Etienne Maurice

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Slate, Metal, Bronze

Etienne Falconnet "Musicians" Gilt Bronze Clock

H 23.75 in W 18.5 in D 9.5 in

Charles X Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Charles X gilt bronze mantel clock, French, circa 1825.

Category

19th Century French Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal

Charles X Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 14 in W 6 in D 3.5 in

Napoleon III Chimney Clock, (19th Century)

Located in Lisbon, PT

A Napolean III period mantel chimney clock with a mark on the letterhead of the mechanism

Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass, Enamel, Pewter

Napoleon III Chimney Clock, (19th Century)

H 17.13 in W 10.83 in D 8.27 in

French Art Deco Green Marble Clock

By Hour Lavigne

Located in Northampton, GB

Art Deco Green Marble Clock. The clock finished in solid green and black marble features a square face

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Metal Clocks

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

French Art Deco Green Marble Clock

H 9.84 in W 7.28 in D 4.33 in

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Antique Metal Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique metal clocks available for sale. The range of distinct antique metal clocks — often made from metal, wood and glass — can elevate any home. Antique metal 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. Antique metal clocks are generally popular furniture pieces, but Art Deco, Louis XVI and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique metal clocks over the years, but those made by Japy Frères, Tiffany & Co. and A.D. Mougin are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Metal Clocks?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,629, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $145,008 highest priced.

Finding the Right Decorative-objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Metal Clocks

How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
How do I identify my antique clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
To identify your antique clock, search for markings on the back of its movement or case. Once you have located these marks, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is. From there, you can continue your research to learn more about your clock's age, style and other characteristics. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Find a wide range of antique clocks on 1stDibs.
How can I spot an antique clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is an antique bracket clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
An antique bracket clock refers to a portable spring-driven pendulum table clock created in the 17th and 18th centuries. These clocks were equipped with convenient carrying handles and were housed usually in rectangular cases. Shop a collection of antique and vintage bracket clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
How do I know if my antique clock is valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
To know if an antique clock is valuable, you'll typically need to have the piece assessed by a certified appraiser or an experienced antiques dealer. The maker and style of the clock will help determine its value (an early American clockmaker’s antique grandfather model, featuring an oak case and decorative carvings, may be very interesting to collectors, for example). Overall condition of your clock also plays a role. Generally, clocks that still work are worth more than those that require repairs. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique, vintage and modern clocks.
Are old antique clocks worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.

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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.

Paris Gallerist Sandy Toupenet Gets Fired Up over 20th-Century Ceramics and Inventive New Makers

Her space on the city’s Left Bank mixes mid-century pieces by the likes of Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso with whimsical contemporary creations.