What is the function of a pedestal?

A pedestal serves as the base of a statue, obelisk or column.

What is a pedestal compote?

A pedestal compote is a dish used for serving food. It is simply a bowl on top of a pedestal, and can be plain in design or ornate for formal occasions. You can shop a selection of pedestal compote dishes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a pedestal stand?

A pedestal stand is a base — a structure on which you would position a statue or a decorative vase in your home. Pedestal stands come in a range of shapes and sizes, and you are likely to find exactly the stand you’re looking for given the variety that has been made over the years. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage pedestal stands.

What is a pedestal table?

A pedestal table is a table that has a central support pillar or column, rather than legs. Pedestal tables are quite sturdy but they can be very heavy given the pillar.

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.

What is the difference between a grandmother clock and a granddaughter clock?

The difference between a grandmother clock and a granddaughter clock is height. A grandmother clock is a longcase clock that is usually around 60 to 72 inches tall, while a granddaughter clock is one that is 36 to 60 inches high. Both are shorter than a grandfather clock, which typically measures 73 to 90 inches in height. Explore a diverse assortment of grandmother and granddaughter clocks on 1stDibs.

What is the rarest clock?

What the rarest clock is today will owe to a particular model's presence on the market. The rarest and most sought-after clocks in the world include those created by Patek Philippe, Waltham Watch Company, Cartier, Hermle, E. Howard & Co. and Thomas Tompion.If a given model designed by one of these manufacturers is scarce, this attribute will be critical to determining its value providing there is demand for it. While other factors are at play when it comes to value, scarcity is important in the world of collectibles.Clocks designed in recent decades may be worth more than their older counterparts if fewer of the former are on the market. For example, an antique clock manufactured in a large quantity, even if it is an exceptionally decorative object adorned with gilt bronze flowers and tortoiseshell elements, may be worth far less than a one-of-a-kind vintage clock owing entirely to rarity and demand.A table clock designed by prestigious English clockmaker Thomas Tompion for Queen Mary in 1693 was sold at auction for more than $2 million in 2019, while a clock named the Duc d'Orléans Breguet Sympathique, designed by the Swiss house of Breguet in the 1830s, fetched $6.8 million at auction in 2012. There are an estimated 12 Sympathiques in existence.Find a collection of clocks for sale on 1stDibs.

What is the Atlas clock?

The Atlas clock is a famed clock mounted outside of the Tiffany & Co. store in New York. Tiffany & Co. have since created an Atlas line of watches inspired by this famous clock and legendary Greek figure. Shop a collection of authentic Atlas watches on 1stDibs.

What is a clock spandrel?

The spandrel of a clock is the triangular-shaped space between the top of an arch and the frame on either side. This feature often has decorative elements to create interest on either side. On 1stDibs, find a collection of clocks with spandrels from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is a nautical clock?

A nautical clock, also known as a marine chronometer, is a timepiece found on ships. The clock dictates a ship’s position by celestial navigation and keeps the current time in comparison to GMT. Browse a wide range of nautical memorabilia, including clocks, on 1stDibs.

What is a Junghans clock?

A Junghans clock is a timekeeping device made by Junghans Uhren GmbH, a German manufacturer. Erhard Junghans founded the company in Schramberg, Germany on April 15, 1861, and it remains in business to the present day. Shop a variety of Junghans clocks on 1stDibs.

What is a moon clock?

A moon clock is an antique eye-catching type of clock that usually stands upright inside a long case. It has elegant depictions of moon phases inscribed on it, making it a perfect choice for giving any desired place a glamorous look. Find a wide array of antique and vintage moon clocks exclusively on 1stDibs.

What are the types of clocks?

Clocks may be mechanical, electric, pendulum, quartz or atomic.

What is an ormolu clock?

An ormolu clock is a timepiece surrounded by gilding, metal covered with a thin layer of gold. The clocks are usually very ornate and designed for display on a mantel or table. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of ormolu clocks.

What is a chime on a clock?

The chime on a clock is the tune that it plays at specific time intervals. A clock may chime on the hour, or more frequently to mark shorter time increments. Shop for a variety of clocks from top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a calendar clock?

A calendar clock is a timepiece that displays the days of the week and month, phases of the moon and other features, along with hours, minutes and seconds. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary calendar clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is a pendulum on a clock?

A pendulum in a clock is a swinging weight that is used as the timekeeping element in the clock. An antique pendulum clock is considered a timeless fixture in homes today, a hugely popular decorative piece for your living room or dining room. Shop a collection of pendulum clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a perpetual clock?

A perpetual clock is one that never requires winding or a battery change to accurately track the time and sometimes also the date. Instead, the clock relies on a gas-filled capsule that shrinks and expands in response to temperature fluctuations to power its movement. On 1stDibs, find a range of perpetual clocks.

What is a regulator a clock?

A regulator clock is a generic term used for a wall-mounted clock that is weight-driven by a pendulum. On 1stDibs, you can find a great collection of vintage and modern clocks to choose from.

What is an anniversary clock?

An anniversary clock is a table clock that only requires winding roughly once every 400 days. As a result, people sometimes wind them once per year on their wedding anniversaries to celebrate the occasion. Shop a selection of anniversary clocks on 1stDibs.

Clock On Pedestal

Bronze Clock With Marble Base

French Mahogany Clock

Round Brass Clock

Tiffany Stand

Mid Century Danish Clock

Sundial Clock

Sun Clock

Marquetry Antique Clock

19th Century Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany Clock on Pedestal

$45,000 / set

H 105 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in

19th Century Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany Clock on Pedestal

Located in New York, NY

Finest quality palace size French 19th century Louis XV style gilt bronze mounted mahogany clock on

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV More Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Alabaster Mantel Clock, sig. McDonald Glasgow, 19th century

$3,493

H 17.92 in W 9.45 in D 5.91 in

Alabaster Mantel Clock, sig. McDonald Glasgow, 19th century

Located in Greding, DE

of caryatids, flaming urns and a winged putto riding a butterfly. The clock stands on a pedestal

Category

Antique 19th Century Mantel Clocks

Materials

Alabaster

French Empire Marble Ormolu Mantle Clock Set Bronze Figurine

$674Sale Price|30% Off

H 19 in W 10 in D 6 in

French Empire Marble Ormolu Mantle Clock Set Bronze Figurine

Located in Potters Bar, GB

pedestals - Clock is surmounted by bronze female maiden figurine - Great collectors piece and we date this

Category

Vintage 1910s Mantel Clocks

Materials

Other

Magnificent Historicism Clock or Mantel Clock from circa 1890

$1,922Sale Price|20% Off

H 20.48 in W 12.21 in D 5.52 in

Magnificent Historicism Clock or Mantel Clock from circa 1890

Located in Berlin, DE

Magnificent historicism clock or mantel clock from circa 1890 On the pedestal there is a figure of

Category

Antique 19th Century French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Table Clock, Apollo, Bronze, Marble, Model of Lenoir-Ravrio, Louis-Stanislas

$11,444

H 24.41 in W 16.93 in D 6.3 in

Table Clock, Apollo, Bronze, Marble, Model of Lenoir-Ravrio, Louis-Stanislas

Located in Madrid, ES

elements linked with lacework), and the area of the clock face, located on a pedestal with a step, seated

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Other

Antique French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze and White Marble Lyre Form Clock Set

$19,500 / set

H 19 in W 9.5 in D 4 in

Antique French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze and White Marble Lyre Form Clock Set

Located in New York, NY

floral swags. The clock is raised on a waisted pedestal and a rounded base, each decorated with gilt

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

George Nelson Brass Clock for Howard Miller

$1,500

H 6 in W 4 in D 3 in

George Nelson Brass Clock for Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

George Nelson for Howard Miller brass clock. A round brass clock on a tri-legged brass pedestal

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Automaton Waterfall & Figure Mother of Pearl Inlaid Musical Canton Bracket Clock

$17,600Sale Price|20% Off

H 32 in W 17 in D 8.8 in

Automaton Waterfall & Figure Mother of Pearl Inlaid Musical Canton Bracket Clock

Located in Danville, CA

that allows you to view the fusee chain movement. This clock is sitting on a rotating pedestal that

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Recent Sales

Louis XV Style Boulle Work Bracket Clock on Pedestal

Unavailable

H 75.2 in W 16.54 in D 7.88 in

Louis XV Style Boulle Work Bracket Clock on Pedestal

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Keyston, GB

A superb 20th century Louis XV style boulle work table clock on pedestal. The clock with a 18cm

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Gilt Mounted 20th Century Walnut Veneered Bracket Clock on Pedestal

Unavailable

H 64.18 in W 14.57 in D 8.27 in

Gilt Mounted 20th Century Walnut Veneered Bracket Clock on Pedestal

By Franz Hermle

Located in Keyston, GB

Decorative 20th century walnut veneered bracket clock and pedestal with applied gilt mounts. The 8

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Striking Tramp Art Grandfather Clock

Unavailable

H 69 in W 27.5 in D 14.5 in

Striking Tramp Art Grandfather Clock

Located in Manalapan, NJ

with a cast metal eagle. The clock stands on a deeply layered pedestal. Whimsical and rare.

Category

Vintage 1920s American Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Longcase Clock in Boulle Marquetry by Vincenti 19th Century Napoleon III Period

Unavailable

H 92.52 in W 19.69 in D 11.82 in

Longcase Clock in Boulle Marquetry by Vincenti 19th Century Napoleon III Period

By Vincenti et Cie

Located in Manduel, FR

. Ormolu clock mounted on a pedestal. Clock revised (under warranty), stamped "Vincenti Cie

Category

Antique 1840s French Napoleon III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Tortoise Shell

19TH C. Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze & Green Marble Rotary Clock

Sold

H 78.5 in W 13 in D 13 in

19TH C. Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze & Green Marble Rotary Clock

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Pedestal. A fine large Louis XVI style gilt bronze mounted and verde antico marble rotary mantel clock

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Revival Grandfather Cloc...

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Louis XV Vernis Martin Style Clock on Inlaid Pedestal

Sold

H 75 in W 17 in D 9.5 in

French Louis XV Vernis Martin Style Clock on Inlaid Pedestal

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Beautiful Reproduction of a Louis XV Vernis Martin Bronze Mounted Clock which stands on a satinwood

Category

20th Century Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Fabulous Signed French Dore Bronze Pedestal Clock with Cherubs

Sold

H 84.75 in W 19.25 in D 12 in

Fabulous Signed French Dore Bronze Pedestal Clock with Cherubs

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Outrageous, over-the-top Barbedienne signed (image 4) French pedestal clock with a fabulous

Category

20th Century French Clocks

Materials

Bronze

1980's Post Modern Floor Clock Abstract Form Floating on Pedestal

Sold

H 70.5 in W 31 in D 12 in

1980's Post Modern Floor Clock Abstract Form Floating on Pedestal

Located in Saddle River, NJ

980s Postmodern Floor Clock Abstract Form Floating on Pedestal Add a touch of futuristic flair to

Category

Antique 1880s Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Unusual Art Deco Sterling Silver "Ball" Shaped Clock With Pendulum

Sold

H 4.25 in Dm 3 in

Unusual Art Deco Sterling Silver "Ball" Shaped Clock With Pendulum

By Cooper, Pegler & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Unusual, Art Deco, sterling silver, "ball" shaped clock on pedestal base, Chester, England, 1927

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Clock on Stand Cabinet Italian Marquetry Inlay Chiming

Sold

H 29 in W 15 in D 8 in

Tiffany Clock on Stand Cabinet Italian Marquetry Inlay Chiming

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Eye catching Italian Tiffany clock on a pedestal stand Stand is actually a glass fronted cabinet

Category

Vintage 1920s More Clocks

Materials

Other

19th Century French Firegilt Mantel Clock, Fireplace Clock, Empire, circa 1820

Sold

H 17.33 in W 11.42 in D 4.73 in

19th Century French Firegilt Mantel Clock, Fireplace Clock, Empire, circa 1820

Located in Greven, DE

Dimensions: H x W x D: 44 x 29 x 12 cm Description: Antique mantel clock. Pedestal standing on finely

Category

Antique 1820s French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Egyptian Revival Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Longcase Clock, Paris, circa 1910

Sold

H 86.13 in W 24 in D 14 in

Egyptian Revival Ormolu Mounted Mahogany Longcase Clock, Paris, circa 1910

Located in Shippensburg, PA

the lower pedestal stand. The clock case is framed in two tapered pillars, each capped by finely cast

Category

Early 20th Century French Egyptian Revival Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Tiffany Mantle Clock and Stand French Marquetry Inlay

Sold

H 39 in W 14 in D 7 in

Tiffany Mantle Clock and Stand French Marquetry Inlay

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Eye catching Italian Tiffany clock on a pedestal stand Stand is actually a glass fronted cabinet

Category

Vintage 1910s Mantel Clocks

Materials

Other

19th Century Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Malachite Clock Set

Sold

H 27.17 in W 21.46 in D 8.27 in

19th Century Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Malachite Clock Set

Located in London, GB

This charming neoclassical garniture is formed of a clock and two flanking vases on pedestals. The

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Malachite, Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Scottish Regulator Longcase Clock, Precision Grandfather Clock

Sold

H 79.53 in W 19.69 in D 9.85 in

19th Century Scottish Regulator Longcase Clock, Precision Grandfather Clock

Located in Greven, DE

veneered mahogany clock case standing on pedestal plates with side viewing windows for the movement and

Category

Antique 19th Century Scottish Regency Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Cl...

Materials

Brass

George Nelson Model 4766 Brass Clock for Howard Miller

Sold

H 7 in W 4.25 in L 7 in

George Nelson Model 4766 Brass Clock for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A round brass clock on a brass pedestal foot with a plexiglass bubble case, designed by George

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Danish Iron Sun Clock on a Stone Pedestal

Sold

H 53 in W 24 in D 16.5 in

Vintage Danish Iron Sun Clock on a Stone Pedestal

Located in Round Top, TX

Vintage Danish iron sun clock on a carved and fluted white stone pedestal, circa 1920-1940. The

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Sundials

Vintage Sun Clock or Armillary of Atlas Holding World on Pedestal

Sold

H 53.75 in W 17.75 in D 16.75 in

Vintage Sun Clock or Armillary of Atlas Holding World on Pedestal

Located in Round Top, TX

Antique garden ornament from Denmark, known as a Sun Clock or Armillary, with a cast metal figure

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Sundials

Materials

Stone, Metal

Vintage Armillary or Sun Clock on Original White Pedestal Base, Denmark

Sold

H 57.25 in W 19 in D 16.25 in

Vintage Armillary or Sun Clock on Original White Pedestal Base, Denmark

Located in Round Top, TX

world. These "sun clocks" are still seen in the gardens of rural Denmark today. The majority of this sun

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Sundials

Materials

Metal

Meissen Splendour Clock With Gardener Figures On Pedestal by Leuteritz, Ca 1880

Sold

H 19.3 in W 12.41 in D 9.45 in

Meissen Splendour Clock With Gardener Figures On Pedestal by Leuteritz, Ca 1880

By Meissen Porcelain, Ernst August Leuteritz

Located in Vienna, AT

The clock and the pedestal were designed by Leuteritz using old forms in the Rococo style: The

Category

Antique 1880s German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Mantle Table Clock Allegory of Water Ernst August Leuteritz, circa 1880

Sold

H 18.89 in W 9.44 in D 7.08 in

Meissen Mantle Table Clock Allegory of Water Ernst August Leuteritz, circa 1880

By Ernst August Leuteritz

Located in Vienna, AT

entries into a book whereas a cherub having sat down on clock's pedestal seizes a mill wheel en miniature

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Rococo Revival Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Sophisticated Mid-Century Modernist Brass Clock on Pedestal by Telechron

Sold

H 6 in W 7 in D 3 in

Sophisticated Mid-Century Modernist Brass Clock on Pedestal by Telechron

Located in New York, NY

-points holds a fully original Telechron clock resting within a rectangular polished-brass frame. A

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Large Kienzle Mid-Century GMT Heavy Brass World Time Zone Table Clock & Manual

Sold

H 11.5 in W 10 in D 2.39 in

Large Kienzle Mid-Century GMT Heavy Brass World Time Zone Table Clock & Manual

By Kienzle Clocks

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

zones of World in relation to the set time. The clock stands on a brass pedestal base and is clearly

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass, Cut Steel

Tiffany Mantle Clock and Stand French Marquetry Inlay

Sold

H 39 in W 14 in D 7 in

Tiffany Mantle Clock and Stand French Marquetry Inlay

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Eye catching Italian Tiffany clock on a pedestal stand Stand is actually a glass fronted cabinet

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Clocks

Materials

Wood

Vintage Verdigris Sun Clock Armillary Sun Dial on Pedestal with Atlas Holding Th

Sold

H 40 in W 15.5 in D 24 in

Vintage Verdigris Sun Clock Armillary Sun Dial on Pedestal with Atlas Holding Th

Located in Round Top, TX

Antique garden ornament from Denmark, known as a Sun Clock or Armillary, with a cast metal figure

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Sundials

Materials

Stone, Metal

Meissen Gorgeous Table or Mantle Clock circa 1870

Sold

H 12.4 in W 10.4 in D 5.2 in

Meissen Gorgeous Table or Mantle Clock circa 1870

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

NUMBER 28 The CLOCK'S CASE is put on square pedestal standing on four round feet. The CASE IS

Category

Antique 19th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Gustavian Cupboard and Clock Cabinet, 1820s, Sweden, Warm Gray

Sold

H 97 in W 48.5 in D 19.5 in

Antique Gustavian Cupboard and Clock Cabinet, 1820s, Sweden, Warm Gray

Located in Brooklyn, NY

included. Topped with a decorative antique Swedish clock on glass-fronted lyre pedestal. Pale warm gray

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Antique Boulle Pedestal Clock by Dubuc Paris

Sold

H 82 in W 19 in D 15 in

Antique Boulle Pedestal Clock by Dubuc Paris

Located in Antrim, GB

A fabulous early 19th century Louis XV design Boulle clock on pedestal signed Jacques Dubuc, The

Category

Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Elegant Brass Clock

Sold

H 19 in Dm 9 in

Elegant Brass Clock

Located in New York, NY

Sessions United brass clock mounted on a round brass pedestal, wood base. Automatic clock mechanism

Category

Vintage 1950s American Clocks

Materials

Brass

Antique Russian Malachite Pietra Dure Jewelry Box, Casket, Box

Sold

H 2.75 in W 7 in D 4.5 in

Antique Russian Malachite Pietra Dure Jewelry Box, Casket, Box

Located in South Coast, CA

of fine Russian malachite stone veneers on pedestals, clocks and bases, candle stands and Imperial

Category

Antique 19th Century Russian Boxes

People Also Browsed

Pair of Murano Glass Tube and Brass Sconces

$5,400 / set

H 25.13 in W 8.63 in D 4.88 in

Pair of Murano Glass Tube and Brass Sconces

Located in Austin, TX

Italian pair of Murano glass and brass sconces. Nine crystal clear Murano glass tubes arranged in a semicircle on a brass ringed base. Each sconce holds four candelabra base bulbs an...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...

Materials

Brass

Rare Antique 1901 Steinway Model B Rosewood Grand Piano Louis XV Rococo Restored

$350,000Sale Price|30% Off

H 39.5 in W 58 in D 82 in

Rare Antique 1901 Steinway Model B Rosewood Grand Piano Louis XV Rococo Restored

By Steinway & Sons

Located in Dayton, OH

Fully Restored 1901 Steinway & Sons Model B Louis XV Baroque Rococo Grand Piano – Serial Number 99151, Full 88 key keyboard. The most exquisitely detailed example of a turn of the c...

Category

Early 20th Century American Louis XV Musical Instruments

Materials

Fruitwood, Rosewood

Set of 4 Italian Rococo Painted Carved Columns

$145,000 / set

H 128 in Dm 15 in

Set of 4 Italian Rococo Painted Carved Columns

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 4 Italian Rococo (17th/18th Century) green painted columns with gold swirl carved floral design and Corinthian capitals.

Category

Antique Late 17th Century Italian Rococo Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Antique Cast Iron Coat of Arms Plaque

$2,168

H 13 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in

Antique Cast Iron Coat of Arms Plaque

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

This late 19th century cast iron plaque depicts the coat of arms depicts of the Prince of Wales on Nantglyn war memorial. Dating to circa 1880, this is an impressive decorative piec...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Mounted Objects

Materials

Steel, Iron, Metallic Thread

Palatial Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mounted Kingwood and Vernis Martin Style Vitrine

$845,000

H 101 in W 56 in D 20 in

Palatial Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mounted Kingwood and Vernis Martin Style Vitrine

By Paul Sormani

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A superb quality palatial French Louis XVI style ormolu mounted, satinwood, kingwood parquetry and Vernis Martin style paneling three-door raised Vitrine Display Cabinet attributed t...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Rare Antique 102 piece Meissen „Flower Bouqet” Dinner Service, Germany 1840

On Hold|~~$105,412~~

H 33.47 in Dm 17.72 in

Rare Antique 102 piece Meissen „Flower Bouqet” Dinner Service, Germany 1840

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Rome, IT

Extensive 102 Piece Rare Meissen Dinner Service "Flower Bouqett", 1815 – 1860 , colorful, richly decorated gold rim, consisting of: 45 dinner plates (Ø 24 cm,) 24 deep plates (Ø 23 ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Exceptional Late 19th Century Three-Piece Clock Set by Ferdinand Gervais

$38,000 / set

H 29 in W 13 in D 9 in

Exceptional Late 19th Century Three-Piece Clock Set by Ferdinand Gervais

By Ferdinand Gervais

Located in Long Island City, NY

An exceptional late 19th century gilt bronze-mounted marble three-piece clock set By Ferdinand Gervais The lyre shaped case surrounded with bronze roses, acanthus and lilys, a ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Candelabras

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French Figural Cherub Gilt Bronze & Marble Candelabra Clock Set, Circa 1820

$18,000

H 25.5 in W 20.5 in D 8 in

French Figural Cherub Gilt Bronze & Marble Candelabra Clock Set, Circa 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

French figural cherub gilt bronze and marble three piece clock set flanked by gilt bronze marble sphere six light candelabras, central clock flanked by figural griffons, lower foliag...

Category

Antique 1820s French Louis Philippe Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Enamel

Napoleon III Period Neoclassical Style Three-Piece Clock Set

$33,037 / set

H 22.84 in W 18.51 in D 7.49 in

Napoleon III Period Neoclassical Style Three-Piece Clock Set

Located in London, GB

Napoleon III Period neoclassical style three-piece clock set. French, 19th century Dimensions: Height 58cm, width 47cm, depth 19cm Comprised of a mantel clock and two flanking c...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Malachite, Enamel, Ormolu

Midcentury Trumeau Handpainted in Italy Wood Venetian Art Technique by Cupioli

$76,800Sale Price|25% Off

H 92.52 in W 47.25 in D 20.87 in

Midcentury Trumeau Handpainted in Italy Wood Venetian Art Technique by Cupioli

By Cupioli made in Italy

Located in Rimini, IT

This Trumeau has been handmade using the technique of Venetian art. In the 18th century in Venice the fashion of lacquering spread. Using small prints, cut out and then glued on the ...

Category

20th Century Italian Other Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Art Glass

Set of 8 French Louis XIII Style Os De Mouton Walnut Dining Chairs in Blue Plaid

$11,500 / set

H 42 in W 21 in D 23 in

Set of 8 French Louis XIII Style Os De Mouton Walnut Dining Chairs in Blue Plaid

Located in Astoria, NY

A beautifully restored set of eight 20th-century French dining chairs crafted in the Louis XIII style and sourced from Provence, France. The set includes six side chairs and two matc...

Category

20th Century French Louis XIII Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Walnut

Italian Renaissance Style Set Dining Room 16 Pieces Walnut Hand-Carved

$301,177 / set

H 137.8 in W 137.8 in D 137.8 in

Italian Renaissance Style Set Dining Room 16 Pieces Walnut Hand-Carved

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Code: FQ58 Period: 19th century Style: Renaissance Dining room of the School of Arts in Monza, 19th century, walnut hand-carved consists of: sideboard showcase with leaded cathedra...

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Dining Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Glass, Walnut

Italian Venetian Grotto Seashell Settee

$67,500

H 41 in W 60 in D 29 in

Italian Venetian Grotto Seashell Settee

By Pauly et Cie

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian Grotto (19th cent.) silver gilt settee with triple seashell seat and dolphin & seahorse motif (att: Pauly et Cie, Venice)

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Romantic Settees

Materials

Silver Leaf

Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Mantel Clock by Henri Picard & Fedinand Barbedienne

$46,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 27.25 in W 22.5 in D 27.25 in

Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Mantel Clock by Henri Picard & Fedinand Barbedienne

By F. Barbedienne Foundry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Very Fine French 19th Century Gilt-Bronze Figural Mantel Clock, Horloge à Poser, by Henri Picard and Fedinand Barbedienne - ‘F. Barbédienne & Cie. / A Paris’, after the model by É...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

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

$20,648 / 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...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Gothic Mantel Clocks

Materials

Alabaster, Ormolu

19th Century Victorian Mahogany "Tête-à-Tête" (Head to Head) Lovers Settee

$8,750Sale Price|27% Off

H 34 in W 42 in D 22 in

19th Century Victorian Mahogany "Tête-à-Tête" (Head to Head) Lovers Settee

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine and rare English 19th Century Victorian mahogany "Tête-à-Tête" (Head to head) Lovers or Kissing Settee, The rounded arched crests over S-shaped arms with lion mask termin...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Settees

Materials

Mahogany

Decorative Objects Under $1,000

Antique and Vintage Decorative Objects

20th Century Decorative Objects

Metal Decorative Objects

European Decorative Objects

Decorative Objects on Sale

Get Updated with New Arrivals

Save "Clock On Pedestal", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Clock On Pedestal For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the clock on pedestal you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each clock on pedestal for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and brass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect clock on pedestal — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right clock on pedestal, those designed in Louis XV and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one clock on pedestal that is appealing in its simplicity, but Franz Hermle produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Clock On Pedestal?

A clock on pedestal can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,750, while the lowest priced sells for $825 and the highest can go for as much as $75,000.

Finding the Right Clocks for You

A sophisticated clock design, whether it’s a desk clock, mantel clock or large wall clock for your living room, is a decorative object to be admired in your home as much as it is a necessary functional element. This is part of the reason clocks make such superb collectibles. Given the versatility of these treasured fixtures — they’ve long been made in a range of shapes, sizes and styles — a clock can prove integral to your own particular interior decor.

Antique and vintage clocks can whisk us back to the 18th and 19th centuries. When most people think of antique clocks, they imagine an Art Deco Bakelite tabletop clock or wall clock, named for the revolutionary synthetic plastic, Bakelite, of which they’re made, or a stately antique grandfather clock. But the art of clock-making goes way back, transcending continents and encompassing an entire range of design styles and technologies. In short, there are many kinds of clocks depending on your needs.

A variety of wall clocks can be found on 1stDibs. A large antique hand-carved walnut wall clock is best suited to a big room and a flat background given what will likely be outwardly sculptural features, while Georgian grandfather clocks, or longcase clocks, will help welcome rainswept guests into your entryway or foyer. An interactive cuckoo clock, large or small, is guaranteed to bring outsize personality to your living room or dining room. For conversation pieces of a similar breed, mid-century modern enthusiasts go for the curious Ball clock, the first of more than 150 clock models conceived in the studio of legendary architect and designer George Nelson.

Minimalist contemporary clocks and books pair nicely on a shelf, but an eye-catching vintage mantel clock can add balance to your home library while drawing attention to your art and design books and other decorative objects. Ormolu clocks dating from the Louis XVI period, designed in the neoclassical style, are often profusely ornate, featuring architectural flourishes and rich naturalistic details. Rococo-style mantel clocks of Meissen porcelain or porcelain originating from manufacturers in cities such as Limoges, France, during the 18th and 19th centuries, exude an air of imperial elegance on your shelves or side tables and can help give your desk a 19th-century upgrade.

On 1stDibs, find a range of extraordinary antique and vintage clocks today.

Questions About Clock On Pedestal

What is the function of a pedestal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A pedestal serves as the base of a statue, obelisk or column.
What is a pedestal compote?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A pedestal compote is a dish used for serving food. It is simply a bowl on top of a pedestal, and can be plain in design or ornate for formal occasions. You can shop a selection of pedestal compote dishes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a pedestal stand?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A pedestal stand is a base — a structure on which you would position a statue or a decorative vase in your home. Pedestal stands come in a range of shapes and sizes, and you are likely to find exactly the stand you’re looking for given the variety that has been made over the years. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage pedestal stands.
What is a pedestal table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A pedestal table is a table that has a central support pillar or column, rather than legs. Pedestal tables are quite sturdy but they can be very heavy given the pillar.
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.
What is the difference between a grandmother clock and a granddaughter clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a grandmother clock and a granddaughter clock is height. A grandmother clock is a longcase clock that is usually around 60 to 72 inches tall, while a granddaughter clock is one that is 36 to 60 inches high. Both are shorter than a grandfather clock, which typically measures 73 to 90 inches in height. Explore a diverse assortment of grandmother and granddaughter clocks on 1stDibs.
What is the rarest clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 16, 2024
What the rarest clock is today will owe to a particular model's presence on the market. The rarest and most sought-after clocks in the world include those created by Patek Philippe, Waltham Watch Company, Cartier, Hermle, E. Howard & Co. and Thomas Tompion.

If a given model designed by one of these manufacturers is scarce, this attribute will be critical to determining its value providing there is demand for it. While other factors are at play when it comes to value, scarcity is important in the world of collectibles.

Clocks designed in recent decades may be worth more than their older counterparts if fewer of the former are on the market. For example, an antique clock manufactured in a large quantity, even if it is an exceptionally decorative object adorned with gilt bronze flowers and tortoiseshell elements, may be worth far less than a one-of-a-kind vintage clock owing entirely to rarity and demand.

A table clock designed by prestigious English clockmaker Thomas Tompion for Queen Mary in 1693 was sold at auction for more than $2 million in 2019, while a clock named the Duc d'Orléans Breguet Sympathique, designed by the Swiss house of Breguet in the 1830s, fetched $6.8 million at auction in 2012. There are an estimated 12 Sympathiques in existence.

Find a collection of clocks for sale on 1stDibs.
What is the Atlas clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Atlas clock is a famed clock mounted outside of the Tiffany & Co. store in New York. Tiffany & Co. have since created an Atlas line of watches inspired by this famous clock and legendary Greek figure. Shop a collection of authentic Atlas watches on 1stDibs.
What is a clock spandrel?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The spandrel of a clock is the triangular-shaped space between the top of an arch and the frame on either side. This feature often has decorative elements to create interest on either side. On 1stDibs, find a collection of clocks with spandrels from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is a nautical clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nautical clock, also known as a marine chronometer, is a timepiece found on ships. The clock dictates a ship’s position by celestial navigation and keeps the current time in comparison to GMT. Browse a wide range of nautical memorabilia, including clocks, on 1stDibs.
What is a Junghans clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Junghans clock is a timekeeping device made by Junghans Uhren GmbH, a German manufacturer. Erhard Junghans founded the company in Schramberg, Germany on April 15, 1861, and it remains in business to the present day. Shop a variety of Junghans clocks on 1stDibs.
What is a moon clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A moon clock is an antique eye-catching type of clock that usually stands upright inside a long case. It has elegant depictions of moon phases inscribed on it, making it a perfect choice for giving any desired place a glamorous look. Find a wide array of antique and vintage moon clocks exclusively on 1stDibs.
What are the types of clocks?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Clocks may be mechanical, electric, pendulum, quartz or atomic.
What is an ormolu clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An ormolu clock is a timepiece surrounded by gilding, metal covered with a thin layer of gold. The clocks are usually very ornate and designed for display on a mantel or table. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of ormolu clocks.
What is a chime on a clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The chime on a clock is the tune that it plays at specific time intervals. A clock may chime on the hour, or more frequently to mark shorter time increments. Shop for a variety of clocks from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a calendar clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A calendar clock is a timepiece that displays the days of the week and month, phases of the moon and other features, along with hours, minutes and seconds. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary calendar clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is a pendulum on a clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A pendulum in a clock is a swinging weight that is used as the timekeeping element in the clock. An antique pendulum clock is considered a timeless fixture in homes today, a hugely popular decorative piece for your living room or dining room. Shop a collection of pendulum clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a perpetual clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A perpetual clock is one that never requires winding or a battery change to accurately track the time and sometimes also the date. Instead, the clock relies on a gas-filled capsule that shrinks and expands in response to temperature fluctuations to power its movement. On 1stDibs, find a range of perpetual clocks.
What is a regulator a clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A regulator clock is a generic term used for a wall-mounted clock that is weight-driven by a pendulum. On 1stDibs, you can find a great collection of vintage and modern clocks to choose from.
What is an anniversary clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An anniversary clock is a table clock that only requires winding roughly once every 400 days. As a result, people sometimes wind them once per year on their wedding anniversaries to celebrate the occasion. Shop a selection of anniversary clocks on 1stDibs.