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.

How do I program an Arne Jacobsen Roman table clock?

To program an Arne Jacobsen Roman table clock, remove the back of the clock and locate the two knobs found on the back of the clear case. Turn one knob to change the time and the other to set the alarm. Shop a range of vintage table clocks on 1stDibs.

Antique Table Clock Clocks

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Clocks Made In France

Tortoiseshell Table

French Boulle Mantel Clock

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19th Century Boulle Table

Verge Escapement

Tiffany & Co. 18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel Small Desk Clock 1920's

$9,800

Tiffany & Co. 18kt Yellow Gold and Enamel Small Desk Clock 1920's

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines for Tiffany & Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Small Desk Clock METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold with Kiln Fired Enamel Inlay CIRCA / YEAR: 192...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Gold

Antique English 19th Century 8 Day Fusee Skeleton Cathedral Glass Dome Clock

$1,610Sale Price|30% Off

Antique English 19th Century 8 Day Fusee Skeleton Cathedral Glass Dome Clock

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique mid 19th century 8 day skeleton clock. Centrally mounted on wood base featuring exposed Fusee movement and protected from dust by a glass dome.

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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Marble and Gilt Bronze Clock, Machine Signed Bonnet and Pottier, France, 1920

$4,000

Marble and Gilt Bronze Clock, Machine Signed Bonnet and Pottier, France, 1920

By Bonnet and Pottier

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Marble and gilt bronze clock. Machine signed Bonnet and Pottier, France, 1920.

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

A French 19th century Louis XV/XVI st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu clock

$12,980

A French 19th century Louis XV/XVI st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An adorable and high quality French 19th century Louis XV/XVI st. patinated Bronze and Ormolu clock. This charming clock is supported on an oval Ormolu base raised by scrolled suppor...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Ormolu and Marble Clock, Signed Déliau

$39,500

French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Ormolu and Marble Clock, Signed Déliau

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An incredible and extremely high quality French late 18th century Louis XVI period ormolu, white Carrara marble and black Belgian marble clock signed Déliau - Rue De La Bartillerie N...

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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Carrara Marble, Ormolu

French Ormolu and stained Horn Cartel clock, signed Faucheur à Paris, circa 1750

$38,900

French Ormolu and stained Horn Cartel clock, signed Faucheur à Paris, circa 1750

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant and high quality French mid 18th century Louis XV Period Ormolu and stained Horn Cartel clock, signed Faucheur à Paris, circa 1750. This stunning clock is comprised of a g...

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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

MONBRO Aîné Son & JACQUIER - Bronze and Marble Clock with Puttis, XIXth century

$5,064

MONBRO Aîné Son & JACQUIER - Bronze and Marble Clock with Puttis, XIXth century

By Monbro Ainé 1

Located in Beaune, FR

Superb clock in white marble and chiseled gilt bronze signed on the enamel dial "MONBRO Aîné Fils & Jacquier Horloger". In the center, the white dial with Roman numerals is represent...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. White Carrara Marble and Ormolu Clock

$14,900

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. White Carrara Marble and Ormolu Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble and ormolu clock. The clock is raised by foliate topie shaped feet below the oblong shaped white Ca...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

German Mahogany and Ormolu Figural Bracket Clock. W. & H. Sch., Circa 1890

$7,500

German Mahogany and Ormolu Figural Bracket Clock. W. & H. Sch., Circa 1890

By Winterhalder and Hofmeier

Located in Charleston, SC

German mahogany and ormolu bracket clock with gilt bronze pineapple finials, flanking figural floral corner mounts, arched floral side screens, hinged astragal shaped glass door with...

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1890s German Victorian Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Brass, Ormolu, Steel

French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Ormolu Clock Stamped ‘DENIERE A PARIS”

$39,800

French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Ormolu Clock Stamped ‘DENIERE A PARIS”

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A most impressive French 19th century Louis XIV st. ormolu clock stamped 'DENIERE A PARIS". The clock is raised by square tapered fluted feet with fine acanthus leaf sabots. At the c...

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19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Rouge Griotte, Ormolu and Bronze Clock

$19,800

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Rouge Griotte, Ormolu and Bronze Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning French 19th century Louis XVI st. Rouge Griotte, ormolu and patinated bronze signed clock. The clock is raised by fine topie shaped feet below the circular base with a fin...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Clock “Alexander the Great” Empire, the model by P.V. LEDURE 1825-1830

$5,098

Clock “Alexander the Great” Empire, the model by P.V. LEDURE 1825-1830

By Pierre-Victor Ledure

Located in Berlin, DE

Empire Pendule, Bronze applies, Ormolu Mantel Clock, French, Empire, Clock Apollo, Antique, Bronze, Figural Clock, Pierre-Victor Ledure (1783–1870) Height: 50 cm Width: 34 cm Depth: ...

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1820s French Empire Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Gold

Glasgow School Patinated Brass Clock with Mother-Of-Pearl Inlaid Square Details

$1,501

Glasgow School Patinated Brass Clock with Mother-Of-Pearl Inlaid Square Details

Located in London, GB

An Arts and Crafts Glasgow School Patinated Brass Clock with Mother-Of-Pearl Inlaid Square Details and whiplash handles to the sides.

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Metal

Very Rare 19th Century Coromandel Veneered Year-Running Clock by Thomas Cole

$115,987

Very Rare 19th Century Coromandel Veneered Year-Running Clock by Thomas Cole

By Achille Brocot, Thomas Cole (Clockmaker)

Located in London, GB

A Superb Coromandel-Veneered Mantle Clock The case constructed of very well-figured Coromandel giving the maximum amount of decorative effect, with gilt bronze accents; the plinth...

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19th Century English Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Rouge Griotte Marble and Bronze Clock

$19,900

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Rouge Griotte Marble and Bronze Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional and high quality French mid 19th century Louis XVI st. Rouge Griotte marble and patinated Bronze clock. The clock is raised by eight patinated Bronze foliate fluted fe...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

A French Empire gilt and patinated bronze mantle clock 1805-1815 signed 40cm

$3,903

A French Empire gilt and patinated bronze mantle clock 1805-1815 signed 40cm

Located in Berlin, DE

Empire mantel clock / French mantel clock, Flute player / Shepherd, Panpipes / Syrinx, Shepherd's crook, Tree stump, Musical instruments / Trophy, Mythology / Pasto...

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1810s French Empire Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Gold

German 19th Century Bracket Clock, Walnut with Westminster Chimes on 8 Bells

$7,800

German 19th Century Bracket Clock, Walnut with Westminster Chimes on 8 Bells

Located in Houston, TX

Very handsome walnut clock with ormolu mounts on the sides, front corners and paw feet. Urn type finials grace the top center and top corners. Beveled glass front opening to a face ...

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Late 19th Century German Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Walnut

A French Fire-Gilt Bronze Restauration-Era Clock Featuring the “Shepherd Paris”

$7,980

A French Fire-Gilt Bronze Restauration-Era Clock Featuring the “Shepherd Paris”

Located in 263-0031, JP

A mantle clock of very good quality from the French Restoration period c 1820. The neoclassical character represents the shepherd Paris, with requisite stick and hat, admiring a but...

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Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Gilt Bronze and Porcelain XVI Urn Form Large Clock, circa 1880

$13,200Sale Price|20% Off

French Gilt Bronze and Porcelain XVI Urn Form Large Clock, circa 1880

Located in Houston, TX

Large and exquisite urn form clock with cobalt porcelain and gilt bronze Mounts. Signed on face Mannheim Paris. Pomegranate finial at the crest. Scrolling arms to each side in grap...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble and Ormolu pedestal/clock

$9,700

French 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble and Ormolu pedestal/clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fine French 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble and Ormolu pedestal/clock. This wonderful pedestal clock is raised by square tapered Ormolu legs ending with a toupie sh...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Published Arts and Crafts Wedgwood Green Dip Jasper Ware 25 Hour Clock (& Book)

$1,250

Published Arts and Crafts Wedgwood Green Dip Jasper Ware 25 Hour Clock (& Book)

By Wedgwood

Located in Asheville, NC

This clock case was potted in Josiah Wedgwood's own Etruria factory in the Potteries, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England, around 1900. The 25 hour brass-tone metal works is from ...

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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Art Deco Rensie Travel Alarm Clock in Brass and Green Shagreen 1930s

$295

Vintage Art Deco Rensie Travel Alarm Clock in Brass and Green Shagreen 1930s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

This is a very stylish and usable clock. Although originally conceived as a travel or bedside table clock it would make a perfect desk clock for the office.

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Brass

Fine French Louis XV Rocaille Style Sevres Porcelain Gilt Bronze Ormolu Clock

$2,250

Fine French Louis XV Rocaille Style Sevres Porcelain Gilt Bronze Ormolu Clock

Located in Forney, TX

A stunning fine quality Napoleon III Second Empire Period (1852-1870) doré bronze (gilt bronze ormolu) shelf clock with signed Japy Freres eight-day time and strike movement.

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19th Century French Rococo Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Lyre-Shaped Clock in Marble and Gilt Bronze, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

$8,877

Lyre-Shaped Clock in Marble and Gilt Bronze, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A 19th century Napoleon III period Lyre-shaped clock in white marble and gilt bronze in the Louis XVI style. H: 59cm, W: 28cm, D: 20cm Please contact us before ordering to confirm ...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

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

$1,599

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

By Japy Frères

Located in Sweden, SE

Amazing historicism clock ensemble in the style of Louis XV (late Baroque) with gorgeous architecture. This is a fine example of custom bronze work that is available on the antique m...

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Late 19th Century Baroque Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

A Unique 18th Century Georgian Urn Clock by Paul Rimbault, Soho London, 1770

$46,114

A Unique 18th Century Georgian Urn Clock by Paul Rimbault, Soho London, 1770

By Paul Rimbault

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

A unique and exceptional neoclassical urn clock by Paul Rimbault, London, circa 1770. This singular example of a pendule à cercles tournants stands as a masterpiece of English clockm...

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18th Century English Adam Style Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Brass, Steel

Large Masterly Carved Swiss Black Forest Nutwood Chalet with Clock and Music Box

$13,415

Large Masterly Carved Swiss Black Forest Nutwood Chalet with Clock and Music Box

Located in Lisse, NL

Apart from imperfections and some missing pieces of wood (consistent with age and use), this rare antique is in good condition, which makes it perfect for lovers of unique museum qua...

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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Brass, Iron, Enamel

Antique Early 20th Century Wood Carving Dog Carrying a Clock France Circa 1900

$9,800 / item

Antique Early 20th Century Wood Carving Dog Carrying a Clock France Circa 1900

Located in London, GB

Antique Early 20th Century Wood Carving Of Doberman Dog Carrying a Clock Circa 1900 Origin France This Early 20th Century piece is well carved and in excellent condition with a goo...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Walnut

French 19th century Louis XVI st. Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Clock, by Denière

$17,800

French 19th century Louis XVI st. Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Clock, by Denière

By Jean-François Denière

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A superb and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated Bronze, Ormolu and Rouge Griotte marble clock, by Jean Francois Denière. This stunning clock is raised by four O...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

A Rare 18th Century Ormolu Desk Clock by Etienne Le Noir, Paris

$35,000

A Rare 18th Century Ormolu Desk Clock by Etienne Le Noir, Paris

By Etienne LeNoir

Located in Tarzana, CA

This French Louis XV ormolu bronze clock, crafted by Etienne Le Noir A Paris in the 18th century, is a testament to exquisite craftsmanship. The metal dial, featuring a blend of Roma...

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18th Century French Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Art Déco Black Marble Desk Clock and Inkwells with Base, France

$4,800

20th Century Art Déco Black Marble Desk Clock and Inkwells with Base, France

Located in North Miami, FL

Set of early 20th century Art Déco black marble desk clock and inkwells with base, France By: unknown Material: crystal, glass, marble, stone, metal Technique: cast, metalwork, mold...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Stone, Crystal, Marble, Metal

1850's Swiss Travel Clock with Breguet Engine Turned Case Original Leather Case

$3,500

1850's Swiss Travel Clock with Breguet Engine Turned Case Original Leather Case

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: No Name, Swiss Made STYLE / REFERENCE: Alarm Travel Clock with Original Case METAL / MATERIAL: Gilded Brass CIRCA / YEAR: 1850's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 2 1/4 Inches in...

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1850s Swiss Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Brass

French 19th century Empire st. Gris st. Anne, Carrara marble, and Ormolu clock

$29,800

French 19th century Empire st. Gris st. Anne, Carrara marble, and Ormolu clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning and high quality French 19th century Empire st. Gris st. Anne, white Carrara marble, and Ormolu clock. This beautiful clock is supported on a circular white Carrara marble...

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19th Century French Empire Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Clock and pair of candelabra - Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mantel set - N° 1691

$11,950

Clock and pair of candelabra - Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mantel set - N° 1691

Located in Paris, FR

Exceptional Louis XVI-style gilt-bronze mantel set – Clock and pair of candelabra, France, 19th century Ref. No.: 1691 A magnificent mantel set comprising a clock and a pair of can...

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. White Carrara Marble, Ormolu And Jeweled Clock

$19,800

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. White Carrara Marble, Ormolu And Jeweled Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning French 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble, Ormolu and jeweled dial clock. The most elegant lyre shaped clock is raised on a stunning white Carrara marble base...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Cartier Sterling and Enamel Art Deco Desk Clock with Breguet Engine Turned Dial

$8,500

Cartier Sterling and Enamel Art Deco Desk Clock with Breguet Engine Turned Dial

By Cartier

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Desk Clock METAL / MATERIAL: Sterling Silver / Kiln Fired Enamel CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 5 inches Length X 5 ...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Patinated and Fire-Gilt Clock in the Form of a Vase c. 1800

$2,064Sale Price|20% Off

Patinated and Fire-Gilt Clock in the Form of a Vase c. 1800

Located in 263-0031, JP

A French patinated and fire-gilt clock in the form of a vase, Empire Era, 1800-1815. The silk-thread mechanism is in good working condition with key and pendulum.

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze

A Restauration Era Fire-Gilt Mantle Clock with Figures of Venus and Cupid

$3,184Sale Price|20% Off

A Restauration Era Fire-Gilt Mantle Clock with Figures of Venus and Cupid

Located in 263-0031, JP

This imposing clock brings to the table - or, rather, mantle - the full suite of iconography for a subject that must’ve come as a welcome relief to the French after the trauma of th...

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Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Empire Era Fire-Gilt Bronze Clock Representing a Figure in Neo-Egyptian Style

$1,984Sale Price|20% Off

Empire Era Fire-Gilt Bronze Clock Representing a Figure in Neo-Egyptian Style

Located in 263-0031, JP

A French patinated and fire-gilt clock depicting a standing figure in the neo-Egyptian style, Empire Era, 1800-15. The silk-thread mechanism is in good working condition with key and...

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Important Empire Clock in Bronze with Two Patinas Alexander the Great 19th Cen

$7,853

Important Empire Clock in Bronze with Two Patinas Alexander the Great 19th Cen

Located in Madrid, ES

Important Empire clock in bronze with two Patinas Alexander the Great 19th century Weight: 11.00 kg Sizes: H 51cm x L 39cm France very good condition.

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19th Century French Empire Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Marble Clock Signed Raingo Frères

$18,800

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu and Marble Clock Signed Raingo Frères

By Raingo Frères

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning and very high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and Rouge Griotte marble clock signed Raingo Frères. The clock is raised by two elegant rectangular reeded s...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

A Strut Clock in The Manner of Thomas Cole by Howell, James & Co.

$3,854

A Strut Clock in The Manner of Thomas Cole by Howell, James & Co.

By Thomas Cole (Clockmaker)

Located in Amersham, GB

This beautiful desk timepiece is a rare strut clock, in the form of a gilded scallop shell, with an engine turned silvered roman dial set behind a bevelled glass with distinctive fle...

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1860s English Baroque Revival Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French 19th Century Clock, Gilt Bronze and Patinated Bronze on White Marble Base

$14,500

French 19th Century Clock, Gilt Bronze and Patinated Bronze on White Marble Base

Located in Houston, TX

Very fine museum quality clock by J. B. Marchand. The casting and gilding are in great condition I is circa 1860 featuring a woman in classical dress reading to a youth, sitting at ...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Empire Mantel Clock by H.Robert-Horloger De La Reine, Paris, circa 1820

$15,934

Empire Mantel Clock by H.Robert-Horloger De La Reine, Paris, circa 1820

Located in Madrid, ES

An Empire Mantel Clock by H.Robert-Horloger De La Reine, Paris, date circa 1820-1830 A superb Empire gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock of eight day duration signed on the white...

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19th Century French Empire Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze

American Gilt Bronze and Marble Figural Clock, E.F. Caldwell, circa 1900

$27,500

American Gilt Bronze and Marble Figural Clock, E.F. Caldwell, circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

With two classical figures on a stepped markble base surmounted on a pair of yellow marble urn shaped supports, flanking a rectangular plaque with a gilt bronze bas relief of ribbons...

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Early 1900s American Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French 18th Century Louis XV Period/Louis XVI Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Clock

$16,500

French 18th Century Louis XV Period/Louis XVI Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu nine light chandelier. The chandelier is centered by an outstanding bottom acorn inverted finial amidst richly chased acanthus lea...

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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

A 19 C. French Japonisme Clock Garniture, Att. E. Cornu, Style of Édouard Lièvre

$19,800 / set

A 19 C. French Japonisme Clock Garniture, Att. E. Cornu, Style of Édouard Lièvre

By Eugène Cornu, Edouard Lievre

Located in New York, NY

A 19th-Century French Japonisme Three-Piece Figural Garniture Clock Set Attributed to Eugène Cornu, in the Style of Édouard Lièvre. Consisting of a mantel clock and a pair of matchin...

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1870s French Japonisme Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

A pedestal in black Belgian marble and red Verona marble with clock, Russia 1890

$3,414

A pedestal in black Belgian marble and red Verona marble with clock, Russia 1890

Located in Milan, IT

Pedestal for important sculptures, with clock, made of black Belgian marble and red Verona marble, with golden floral engravings. The base is octagonal, the first elevation is circul...

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Late 19th Century Russian Other Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Belgian Black Marble

French Early 19th Century Louis XVI St. Marble And Ormolu Clock By Raingo Frères

$58,000

French Early 19th Century Louis XVI St. Marble And Ormolu Clock By Raingo Frères

By Raingo Frères

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A spectacular and very important French early 19th century Louis XVI st. white Carrara marble and ormolu clock by Raingo Frères. The clock is raised by elegant topie shaped feet with...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French Pink Porcelain Clock by Japy Fréres in the Louis XVI Manner

$17,057

19th Century French Pink Porcelain Clock by Japy Fréres in the Louis XVI Manner

By Japy Frères

Located in London, GB

A table clock in the Louis XVI Manner By Japy Frères The finely chased ormolu case is dressed with pink 'Sèvres' style hand decorated polychrome panels to the face and sides, dep...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Clodion Signed Very Large and Heavy Bronze Clock, the Bronze is Gilded 19th Cent

$18,836

Clodion Signed Very Large and Heavy Bronze Clock, the Bronze is Gilded 19th Cent

By Clodion France

Located in Madrid, ES

Very large and heavy bronze clock,the bronze is gilded and patinated. The work of the bronze i very fine quality. Signed:CLODION. 90 cm high and 50 kg aprox 19th century very go...

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Early 19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Gris St. Anne Marble and Ormolu Pedestal Clock

$10,800

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Gris St. Anne Marble and Ormolu Pedestal Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant French 19th century Louis XVI st. Gris St. Anne marble and ormolu pedestal clock. The rectangular shaped pedestal clock is raised by ormolu topie shaped legs below a mottl...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

"The Source" Gilt bronze Clock attr. to L. Messagé & F.Linke, France, circa 1890

$14,226

"The Source" Gilt bronze Clock attr. to L. Messagé & F.Linke, France, circa 1890

By François Linke

Located in PARIS, FR

Charming clock in the shape of a Rocaille-inspired cartel in chiseled and gilded bronze. Scalloped marine-inspired decor representing a trophy with oars, dolphins, reeds and flowers ...

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1890s French Rococo Revival Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Zenith Watch Co., Swiss Art Deco Metal Dore and Cloisonne Enamel Clock, 1920s

$1,150

Zenith Watch Co., Swiss Art Deco Metal Dore and Cloisonne Enamel Clock, 1920s

Located in New York, NY

Zenith SA is a Swiss luxury watchmaker. The company was started in 1865 by Georges Favre-Jacot at the age of 22, in Le Locle in the canton of Neuchâtel. Zenith was purchased by LVMH ...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Metal

A French early 19th century Louis XVI st Ormolu white Carrara Gris St Anne clock

$14,100

A French early 19th century Louis XVI st Ormolu white Carrara Gris St Anne clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A charming and most unique French early 19th century Louis XVI st. Ormolu, white Carrara, and Gris St. Anne marble clock. This adorable clock in the shape of a well is raised on a ci...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

A Large Art Dec Chrome 8 Day Desk Clock With Temperature Gauge On A Stand 1930s

$1,705

A Large Art Dec Chrome 8 Day Desk Clock With Temperature Gauge On A Stand 1930s

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Large Art Deco ABEC Chrome 8 Day Working Desk Clock With Temperature Gauge On A Fold-Out Stand. With bevelled glass giving way to the painted dial with Roman numerals. Beautiful...

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Garniture - 19th Century

$853Sale Price / set|50% Off

Garniture - 19th Century

Located in Porto, PT

Composed of a pair of 3-light chandeliers in gilded metal and a table clock in black and red marble. Signed on the dial and mechanism 'Vittino-Lyon'.

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19th Century French Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Metal

Claude Galle (Villepreux 1759 - Paris 1815), attr. calendar Skeleton watch

$14,226

Claude Galle (Villepreux 1759 - Paris 1815), attr. calendar Skeleton watch

By Claude Galle

Located in Berlin, DE

French Empire Pendule, Empire Mantel Clock, Ormolu, Mantel Clock, French, Gilt, Bronze Clock, Restauration Clock Antique, Table Clock Gilt Bronze, Ormolu, Fire-Gilded Bro...

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1790s French Empire Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate

French Empire Ormolu bronze mantle watch of Demeter, circa 1805-1815

$5,520

French Empire Ormolu bronze mantle watch of Demeter, circa 1805-1815

Located in Berlin, DE

Empire Mantel Clock, French Pendule, Table Clock, Antique Clock, Bronze Clock , Empire Period, French Empire, Early 19th Century, Neoclassical, Restauration, Ormolu, Gilt Bronze, Gil...

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1810s French Empire Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Pendulum Antique circa 1870 Wood with Gilded Bronze Mechanik Gustaf Becker

$2,936

Pendulum Antique circa 1870 Wood with Gilded Bronze Mechanik Gustaf Becker

Located in Berlin, DE

Pendule of the early days, circa 1870 wood decorated with splendidly gilded bronze, work by Gustaf Becker clock with striking mechanism working with key and pendulum . Measures: h...

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19th Century German Louis XV Antique Table Clock Clocks

Materials

Oak

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Antique Table Clock Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique table clock clocks available for sale. The range of distinct antique table clock clocks — often made from metal, bronze and wood — can elevate any home. Antique table clock 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 table clock clocks made by Louis XVI designers — as well as those associated with Empire — are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique table clock clocks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Japy Frères, Europa Antiques and Meissen Porcelain are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Table Clock Clocks?

Prices for antique table clock clocks start at $85 and top out at $168,500 with the average selling for $4,940.

Finding the Right Table-clocks-desk-clocks for You

Whether you’re working on-site or giving your home office the makeover it deserves, a new, vintage or antique table clock or desk clock is a decorative touch that blends ornament and functionality. Who says that a unique desk clock isn’t a meaningful addition to your home office or library? And who says you don’t need a cool clock anymore?

While our means for telling time have evolved from pocket watches to wristwatches and finally to our digital phones, there is likely still a place for a table clock or desk clock in your life, even if it isn’t a modern desk clock.

Antique and vintage clocks appeal to our penchant for nostalgia, whisking us back in time to the 18th and 19th centuries, when clockmakers were busying themselves with designs for objects such as mantel clocks, then ornate pieces that were typically displayed on top of a fireplace. Tabletop clocks and desk clocks are variations on the carriage clock, a small, portable timepiece outfitted with a hinged carrying handle that garnered popularity as the growth of rail travel took shape.

Clocks make great collectibles. More than one mantel clock in your home library is going to elevate the space where your carefully curated stacks of books live, while a well-designed small decorative desk clock can be a fun way to express your personal style. Amid your inkwell, porcelain paperweights and other desk accessories, a desk or table clock designed during the Art Deco or Louis XVI eras, for example, is going to stand out in your workspace as a striking accent.

Since new, vintage and antique tabletop and desk clocks are not as common in today’s interiors, these objects will make a statement in yours. Find a spectacular clock on 1stDibs now.

Questions About Antique Table Clock 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.
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 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.
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.
How do I program an Arne Jacobsen Roman table clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
To program an Arne Jacobsen Roman table clock, remove the back of the clock and locate the two knobs found on the back of the clear case. Turn one knob to change the time and the other to set the alarm. Shop a range of vintage table clocks on 1stDibs.

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Questions About Antique Table Clock Clocks

How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?

How do I identify my antique clock?

What is an antique bracket clock?

How can I spot an antique clock?

How do I know if my antique clock is valuable?

Are old antique clocks worth anything?

How do I program an Arne Jacobsen Roman table clock?

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