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.

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 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.

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 Spanish Clocks

Clocks Made In France

French Enamel Wall Clock

Tiffany Clock New York

19th Century Swiss Clocks

Rare & Important Spanish Damascene, Iron, Steel, Gold Inlaid Clock, Eibar, Spain

$157,500

H 10 in W 16 in D 9 in

Rare & Important Spanish Damascene, Iron, Steel, Gold Inlaid Clock, Eibar, Spain

By Plácido Zuloaga 1

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A highly rare and important Spanish damascene, "Egyptian Revival" iron, steel, gold, and silver

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Early 20th Century Spanish Egyptian Revival Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Steel, Iron

Wood and Chrome Table Clock, Art Nouveau Period, Spain, Early 20th Century

$6,000

H 13.78 in W 9.45 in D 6.3 in

Wood and Chrome Table Clock, Art Nouveau Period, Spain, Early 20th Century

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Wood and chrome table clock. Art Nouveau period, Spain, Madrid, early 20th century. Coppel clocks

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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Chrome

1870 Dated Spanish Swiss Painted Standing Clock Wooden Housing

$3,128

H 85.83 in W 19.3 in D 11.82 in

1870 Dated Spanish Swiss Painted Standing Clock Wooden Housing

Located in Marbella, ES

1870 dated Swiss painted standing clock wooden housing.

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19th Century Swiss Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Wood

Antique Solid Silver Inscribed Mantel Clock

$24,816

H 19.69 in W 9.45 in D 6.7 in

Antique Solid Silver Inscribed Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

This charming silver mantel clock has a fascinating history, having probably been made as a

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19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Silver

Antique Georgian Long Case Grandfather Clock Higgs & Evans London Spanish Market

$22,000

H 104.5 in W 21.5 in D 10.25 in

Antique Georgian Long Case Grandfather Clock Higgs & Evans London Spanish Market

By Robert and Peter Higgs of London

Located in Portland, OR

tall case grandfather clock, by Robert & Peter Higgs & David Evans, made for the Spanish speaking

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1770s English George III Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Ormolu

French Empire Clock Depicting Psyche Playing with a Butterfly After Canova

$7,500

H 22 in W 13.5 in D 5.5 in

French Empire Clock Depicting Psyche Playing with a Butterfly After Canova

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

, page 246). There is also a similar model in the Spanish Royal Clock collection.

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI Clock Depicting L’Etude 'Learning' et La Philosophie 'Philosophy'

$35,000

H 21 in W 28 in D 6 in

Louis XVI Clock Depicting L’Etude 'Learning' et La Philosophie 'Philosophy'

By François Rémond

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Collection and in the Spanish Royal Collection. The clock is more obscurely also referred to as L'Marechal

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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Allegorical French Empire Gilt Bronze Clock Depicting Earth’s Source of Water

$7,500

H 24 in W 17 in D 6 in

Allegorical French Empire Gilt Bronze Clock Depicting Earth’s Source of Water

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

19th century. An identical model of this clock forms part of the Spanish Royal Clock Collection as

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Napoleon III Wall Clock, Enamel Face and Wood Marquetry

$975Sale Price|22% Off

H 24 in W 18.75 in D 5.5 in

19th Century French Napoleon III Wall Clock, Enamel Face and Wood Marquetry

Located in Miami, FL

19th-century French Napoleon III wall clock acquired in the Pyrenees region of France bordering Spain

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Metal, Enamel

19th Century Spanish Bronze and Mother of Pearl Watch Stand Topped with a Parrot

$2,526

H 7.88 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in

19th Century Spanish Bronze and Mother of Pearl Watch Stand Topped with a Parrot

Located in Marbella, ES

19th century Spanish bronze and mother of pearl watch stand topped with a parrot.

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Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Antique Mahogany Neoclassical Musical Clock by Ralph Gout of London

$66,867

H 31 in Dm 18 in

18th Century Antique Mahogany Neoclassical Musical Clock by Ralph Gout of London

Located in Devon, GB

clock, in a case of neoclassical design by Ralph Gout of London. The substantial mahogany case has

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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Brass

A Unique Twin Fusee English Carriage Clock by James Moore French

$21,350

H 9.06 in W 7.49 in D 4.14 in

A Unique Twin Fusee English Carriage Clock by James Moore French

By Santiago James Moore French

Located in Amersham, GB

trading clocks with Spain. During the 1820s, James Moore French diversified into the manufacture of

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19th Century English Rococo Revival Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Steel

Vintage Traditional 18kt Gold Tonneau Wrist Watch, circa 1930

$7,820

H 8.67 in W 1.19 in D 0.4 in

Vintage Traditional 18kt Gold Tonneau Wrist Watch, circa 1930

By Junghans Uhren GmbH

Located in Barcelona, ES

Vintage traditional wrist watch with the original leather wrist band. Step back in time with this exquisite vintage traditional wristwatch from the 1930s. A perfect addition to an...

Category

Early 1900s Spanish Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Metal

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Late 19th Century Spanish Clock Face

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H 2 in Dm 46.5 in

Late 19th Century Spanish Clock Face

Located in Round Top, TX

Late 19th century decorative enamel clock face from Miranda De Ebro, Spain - in the province of

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Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Tiffany Studios Spanish Pattern Desk Clock

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H 8 in W 5.5 in D 3.25 in

Tiffany Studios Spanish Pattern Desk Clock

By Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in Englewood, NJ

An American Art Nouveau bronze "Spanish" pattern clock by, Tiffany Studios decorated with winged

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Important 19th Century Spanish School: "Portrait of a Musketeer"

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H 31.5 in W 23.23 in D 2.37 in

Important 19th Century Spanish School: "Portrait of a Musketeer"

By Europa Clocks

Located in Madrid, ES

19th-century Spanish School: "Portrait of a Musketeer," HSP. (chip on the cartouche). Dimensions

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19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Paint

Tiffany Studios Spanish Pattern Mantle Clock

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H 8 in W 5.5 in D 3 in

Tiffany Studios Spanish Pattern Mantle Clock

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Englewood, NJ

An American Art Nouveau bronze "Spanish" pattern mantle clock by, Tiffany Studios decorated with a

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Fabulous Set of 6 17th Century Bell Tower Clock Counterweights

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H 6.5 in W 6 in D 6 in

Fabulous Set of 6 17th Century Bell Tower Clock Counterweights

Located in Round Top, TX

A terrific set of 6 various sized Spanish 17th century bell tower clock counterweights in stone and

Category

Mid-17th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Stone, Iron

19th Century Swiss German Carved Black Forest Wall Clock with French Mechanism

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H 24.41 in W 21.66 in D 5.91 in

19th Century Swiss German Carved Black Forest Wall Clock with French Mechanism

Located in Madrid, ES

respected clock makers in Madrid, Spain. The clock is functioning perfectly, and a detailed condition report

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Late 19th Century German Black Forest Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Set of Four 17th Century Bell Tower Clock Counterweights

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H 10 in Dm 9.5 in

Set of Four 17th Century Bell Tower Clock Counterweights

Located in Round Top, TX

A terrific set of four various sized Spanish 17th century bell tower clock counterweights in stone

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17th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Stone, Iron

Rare and unusual 'desk' clock with numerous complications

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H 17 in W 8.5 in D 6.5 in

Rare and unusual 'desk' clock with numerous complications

By Lepine

Located in Vancouver, BC

A rare and unusual clock having three dials, all set in within gilded clouds, the top clock dial

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Metal, Enamel, Steel

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19th Century Antique Fountain Basin in Marble from Sicily

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H 29.25 in W 63 in D 23.5 in

19th Century Antique Fountain Basin in Marble from Sicily

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An antique rectangular fountain basin or in the style of the late Hellenistic period with minor repairs. This garden ornament features impressive mythological carvings of the art mus...

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Early 19th Century Italian Hellenistic Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Marble

Three Piece Alabaster Clock Garniture in the Form of a Neo-Gothic Cathedral

$20,680 / set

H 22.05 in W 8.67 in D 4.73 in

Three Piece Alabaster Clock Garniture in the Form of a Neo-Gothic Cathedral

Located in London, GB

This exquisite three-piece alabaster clock garniture consists of a central clock with two flanking vases. The central clock is designed to resemble the shape of a neo-Gothic cathedra...

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19th Century French Gothic Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Alabaster, Ormolu

Antique German Silver Music Box in the Form of a Grand Piano

$20,680

H 6.3 in W 3.94 in D 3.15 in

Antique German Silver Music Box in the Form of a Grand Piano

Located in London, GB

This charming antique silver musical box features a singing bird, which appears from an opening oval. The musical box is exquisitely crafted in the shape of a miniature grand piano, ...

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19th Century German Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Silver

Pierre Auguste RenoirPierre Auguste Renoir Portrait de femme - Berthe Poret, 1862-1863

$1,800,000

H 27 in W 24 in D 2.5 in

Pierre Auguste Renoir Portrait de femme - Berthe Poret

By Pierre Auguste Renoir

Located in Los Angeles, CA

PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (1841-1919) Portrait de femme - Berthe Poret bears signature (lower left) oil on canvas 17 15/16 x 14 3/4 in (45.5 x 37.4 cm) Painted between 1862-1863 Footn...

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1860s Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Neo-Gothic style preaching pulpit in oak

$47,521

H 107.49 in W 194.1 in D 74.81 in

Neo-Gothic style preaching pulpit in oak

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Pulpit in oak with double flight of stairs richly carved with monsters.

Category

19th Century Belgian Gothic Revival Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Oak

Antique Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Sevin and Barbedienne

$103,403

H 37.01 in W 17.52 in D 7.49 in

Antique Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Sevin and Barbedienne

By Ferdinand Barbedienne, Louis-Constant Sevin

Located in London, GB

This ormolu clock is an exemplary work by the famous French 19th century metalworker and foundry-owner, Ferdiand Barbedienne. Working with a design made by the acclaimed onamentalist...

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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Monumental French Ormolu Mted Bust of Alexander The Great, F. Girardon, 1800s

$125,800

H 48 in W 33 in D 14 in

Monumental French Ormolu Mted Bust of Alexander The Great, F. Girardon, 1800s

By François Girardon

Located in New York, NY

A Monumental and Rare 19th Century French Ormolu Mounted Multi-Marble Bust of Alexander The Great, After The Model by Francois Girardon. Drawing inspiration from the renowned "Bust ...

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1870s French Louis XVI Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of Gilt-Bronze Mounted Ebonised Meubles D'appui by Mathieu Béfort

$130,977

H 45.28 in W 32.68 in D 16.54 in

Pair of Gilt-Bronze Mounted Ebonised Meubles D'appui by Mathieu Béfort

By Mathieu Béfort

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A pair of French gilt-bronze mounted and ebonised meubles d'appui, by Mathieu Béfort dit Béfort Jeune. Each has a vert maurin marble top above a cupboard door applied with large ...

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19th Century French Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Six-Piece English Silver Tea and Coffee Service

$30,331 / set

H 2.37 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in

Six-Piece English Silver Tea and Coffee Service

Located in London, GB

Six-piece English silver tea and coffee service English, circa 1850-1863 Tray: Height 6cm, width 58cm, depth 58cm Kettle on stand: Height 43cm, width 29cm, depth 23cm Weight: 7,1...

Category

Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Silver

Renaissance Revival Enamel and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

$20,680

H 20.87 in W 11.42 in D 8.67 in

Renaissance Revival Enamel and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Renaissance Revival enamel and gilt bronze mantel clock French, late 19th century Size: Height 53cm, width 29cm, depth 22cm The mantel clock is crafted in the charming Renaissan...

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Russian Antique Desk Set in Guilloche Enamel with Diamonds

$75,828 / set

H 23 in W 32 in D 27 in

Russian Antique Desk Set in Guilloche Enamel with Diamonds

Located in London, GB

This exquisite Russian desk set features glittering rose diamonds and silver gilt. The set comprises a stamp, two inkwells, a letter holder and a picture frame, which all sit on a St...

Category

Late 19th Century Russian Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Silver

Antique Neoclassical Louis XVI Gilt Bronze and Malachite Clock

$16,544

H 22.05 in W 13.78 in D 4.73 in

Antique Neoclassical Louis XVI Gilt Bronze and Malachite Clock

Located in London, GB

Antique Neoclassical Louis XVI gilt bronze and malachite clock French, late 18th Century Measures: Height 56cm, width 35cm, depth 12cm Crafted from gilt bronze and a later malac...

Category

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Malachite, Ormolu

Giltwood Carved Eagle on Verde Antico Fluted Marble Column

$103,403 / set

H 86 in W 28 in D 15 in

Giltwood Carved Eagle on Verde Antico Fluted Marble Column

Located in London, by appointment only

A superb and richly carved giltwood eagle perched on rocks with open wings, the eagle's head looking to its left and fitted with a separate giltwood wreath, studded with malachite an...

Category

19th Century French Empire Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Marble

Charles-Guillame Diehl and Jean Brandely Museum Quality Neo-Grec Torchères, 1870

$196,800

H 56 in W 19 in D 6 in

Charles-Guillame Diehl and Jean Brandely Museum Quality Neo-Grec Torchères, 1870

By Charles-Guillaume Diehl

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A Highly Important Pair of Charles-Guillame Diehl and Jean Brandely Museum Quality Ormolu and Porcelain Mounted Ebony Neo-Grec Torchères / Pedestals circa 1870. Majestic and exempla...

Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of Louis XVI Style Vitrines with Wedgwood Plaques by Zwiener, circa 1880

$234,380 / set

H 64.97 in W 38.98 in D 14.97 in

Pair of Louis XVI Style Vitrines with Wedgwood Plaques by Zwiener, circa 1880

By Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

An important pair of Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted vitrines with wedgwood Jasperware plaques, by Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener. French, circa 1880. Stamped 'NZ', 'NZ.309' and ...

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Neoclassical Style Enamel, Onyx, and Gilt Bronze Pedestal Clock

$62,041

H 49.22 in W 14.18 in D 11.82 in

French Neoclassical Style Enamel, Onyx, and Gilt Bronze Pedestal Clock

Located in London, GB

French neoclassical style enamel, onyx, and gilt bronze pedestal clock French, late 19th century Measures: Height 125cm, width 36cm, depth 30cm This beautiful pedestal clock has...

Category

Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Spanish Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

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Antique Spanish Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique Spanish clocks for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique Spanish clocks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and stone. There are all kinds of antique Spanish clocks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique Spanish clocks are generally popular furniture pieces, but Empire, Georgian and Louis XVI styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made antique Spanish clocks over the years, but those made by Jean-Simon Deverberie and Lepine are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Spanish Clocks?

Prices for antique Spanish clocks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique Spanish clocks begin at $3,030 and can go as high as $346,355, while the average can fetch as much as $31,025.

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.