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.

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.

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 make a plant pedestal?

A plant pedestal can be fashioned from a variety of materials or objects, from upturned buckets and baskets, to shelves and hand-crafted stands. On 1stDibs, find a variety of plant pedestals from top sellers around the world.

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.

What is a mission clock?

Mission clocks are a style of clock from the 19th century Arts & Crafts design movement. Mission clocks are known for their super simplistic design.

What is a sunburst clock?

A sunburst clock is a wall clock that features a round face surrounded by spokes of wood or metal. This design resembles a shining sun. George Nelson Associates gets credit for designing the first one for the Howard Miller Clock Company in 1950, but many other creators have introduced their own versions over the years. Shop a collection of sunburst clocks on 1stDibs.

What does a chess clock do?

Chess clocks are used primarily to make sure that a player does not overly delay the game. By keeping track of the time spent for each player's move, the total time is tracked.

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 an Elliott clock?

An Elliott clock is a clock produced by the company J.J. Elliott, Ltd. The clockworks was based in London and patented a unique tubular bell system for their pieces in 1884. In 1924, the company stopped producing clocks. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Elliott clocks.

What is a travel clock?

A travel clock is a compact clock that folds flat to be packed in luggage. Some travel clocks have more than one face, allowing you to keep track of the time at home and in your current location. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of travel clocks.

Where is the elephant clock now?

The original elephant clock designed by Ismail al-Jazari is no longer in existence. However, a larger scale reproduction is on display at the Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Shop a variety of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.

What are mechanical clocks?

A mechanical clock is made with an oscillating mechanism that marks the passing time. An escapement counts its beats. The first mechanical clock was made out of iron, and was first seen in medieval Europe. You’ll find a collection of mechanical clocks from many of the world’s top sellers 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.

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 pedestal.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV More Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Ormolu, Onyx and marble clock & pedestal, retailed by Camerden & Forster

$57,500

H 35.5 in W 17.25 in D 12.5 in

French Ormolu, Onyx and marble clock & pedestal, retailed by Camerden & Forster

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Ormolu, Onyx and marble clock and pedestal, retailed by Camerden & Forster.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Cl...

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Ormolu

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

$3,393

H 17.92 in W 9.45 in D 5.91 in

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

Located in Greding, DE

The clock stands on a pedestal covered in blue velvet.

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Antique 19th Century Mantel Clocks

Materials

Alabaster

French Empire Marble Ormolu Mantle Clock Set Bronze Figurine

$661Sale 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

- Gorgeous French Empire antique clock set - Mantle clock is flanked by two bronze urns on pedestals - Clock is surmounted by bronze female maiden figurine - Great collectors piec...

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Vintage 1910s Mantel Clocks

Materials

Other

Magnificent Historicism Clock or Mantel Clock from circa 1890

$1,867Sale 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 a noble lady with a diadem and book at a Gothic table, with writing utensils on it.

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Antique 19th Century French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Table clock, “L'Etude” and “La Philosophie”. Gilt bronze, Rouge Griotte, etc. Me

$30,893

H 20.87 in W 27.96 in D 6.7 in

Table clock, “L'Etude” and “La Philosophie”. Gilt bronze, Rouge Griotte, etc. Me

Located in Madrid, ES

The clock rests on a square pedestal with a relief on the front (again, children's figures) and an eagle perched on it (the bird has its wings spread and is holding a tubular piece i...

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Antique 19th Century European Other Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Other

Victorian Brass Skeleton Clock

$6,630

H 15.75 in W 9 in D 6 in

Victorian Brass Skeleton Clock

Located in Woodbury, CT

Smart, Islington engraved into the arched lower rail of the frame. The clock rests on four turned pedestal-shaped feet set on a rectangular canted-edge rosewood veneered base on dis...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

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

$11,116

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

Paris, around 1820. Table clock composed of a staggered rectangular base made of red veined marble and with gilt bronze elements of clear classicist influence (architectural motif ...

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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

Each vase supports a bouquet of naturalistic gilt bronze rose stems, with leaves and buds, forming four candle sockets shaped as blooming roses. The waisted pedestals and circular ba...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

George Nelson Brass Table Clock for Howard Miller, Mid-Century Modern

$1,500

H 6 in W 4 in D 3 in

George Nelson Brass Table Clock for Howard Miller, Mid-Century Modern

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

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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

This clock is sitting on a rotating pedestal that gives you easy access to the movement.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

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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 gilt metal dial with Roman numeral cartouches, the twin train German movement strikin...

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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 day Ting Tang movement with Sunburst pendulum. strikes the hours and half's on dua...

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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

The clock stands on a deeply layered pedestal. Whimsical and rare.

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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

Perfect condition. Ormolu clock mounted on a pedestal. Clock revised (under warranty), stamped "Vincenti Cie Médaille d'Argent 1855.

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Antique 1840s French Napoleon III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Tortoise Shell

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

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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

19th C. French Rotary Clock. Ormolu Mounted and Verde Antico marble rotary mantel clock on Pedestal.

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

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Louis XV Vernis Martin Style Clock on Inlaid Pedestal

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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 inlaid marble top pedestal.

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20th Century Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Fabulous Signed French Dore Bronze Pedestal Clock with Cherubs

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H 84.75 in W 19.25 in D 12 in

Fabulous Signed French Dore Bronze Pedestal Clock with Cherubs

Located in Highwood, IL

Outrageous, over-the-top Barbedienne signed (image 4) French pedestal clock with a fabulous marquetry case, intricate gilt ormolu decorations, and frolicking cherubs, too.

Category

20th Century French Clocks

Materials

Bronze

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

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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 your home with this unique 1980s Postmodern Floor Clock.

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Antique 1880s Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

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

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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, Cooper, Pegler & Co.- makers.

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Clock on Stand Cabinet Italian Marquetry Inlay Chiming

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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 that opens out Piece is circa 1920 and the clock chimes Intricate floral marquetry in...

Category

Vintage 1920s More Clocks

Materials

Other

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

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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

19th century French fireplace clock "Psyche" France firegilt bronze Empire circa 1820 Dimensions: H x W x D: 44 x 29 x 12 cm Description: Antique mantel clock.

Category

Antique 1820s French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

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

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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 crest is easily removable the top, resting loosely in the case over round dowels. The clock case is in two parts, the upper clock case resting on the lower pedestal stand.

Category

Early 20th Century French Egyptian Revival Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Tiffany Mantle Clock and Stand French Marquetry Inlay

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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 that opens out Piece is circa 1910 and the clock chimes Intricate floral marquetry...

Category

Vintage 1910s Mantel Clocks

Materials

Other

19th Century Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze and Malachite Clock Set

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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 clock, positioned at the centre of the set, is fitted with an enamel dial and set o...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Malachite, Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Scottish Regulator Longcase Clock, Precision Grandfather Clock

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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

Solid and veneered mahogany clock case standing on pedestal plates with side viewing windows for the movement and glazed doors for pendulum and dial.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

George Nelson Model 4766 Brass Clock for Howard Miller

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H 7 in W 4.25 in L 7 in

George Nelson Model 4766 Brass Clock for Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A round brass clock on a brass pedestal foot with a plexiglass bubble case, designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller.

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

Materials

Brass

Vintage Danish Iron Sun Clock on a Stone Pedestal

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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.

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Sundials

Vintage Sun Clock or Armillary of Atlas Holding World on Pedestal

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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 holding spherical rings and mounted on a pedestal base (representing Atlas holding u...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Sundials

Materials

Stone, Metal

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

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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

The base is an image of Atlas holding up the world. These "sun clocks" are still seen in the gardens of rural Denmark today.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Sundials

Materials

Metal

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

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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 Ernst August Leuteritz, Meissen Porcelain

Located in Vienna, AT

The clock and the pedestal were designed by Leuteritz using old forms in the Rococo style: The clock case rises on a rock base with gold heightened rocailles, richly decorated with d...

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Antique 1880s German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

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

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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

(Thomas Bergmann 2010, page 665) Specifications: -- There are TWO SCULPTURED CHERUB FIGURINES OF MOST LOVELY APPEARANCE ATTACHED TO CLOCK'S TOP PIECE AS WELL AS ROCAILLE DECORATIONS...

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Rococo Revival Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Sophisticated Mid-Century Modernist Brass Clock on Pedestal by Telechron

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H 6 in W 7 in D 3 in

Sophisticated Mid-Century Modernist Brass Clock on Pedestal by Telechron

Located in New York, NY

A Classic example of Mid-Century Modernism's clean aesthetic and style. A brass tripod with ball-points holds a fully original Telechron clock resting within a rectangular polished-b...

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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

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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

The clock stands on a brass pedestal base and is clearly signed on the face and back with the Kienzle maker's marks.

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

Materials

Brass, Cut Steel

Tiffany Mantle Clock and Stand French Marquetry Inlay

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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 that opens out Piece is circa 1910 and the clock chimes Intricate floral marquetry...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Wall Clocks

Materials

Wood

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

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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 holding spherical rings (representing Atlas holding up the world) and mounted on a p...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Sundials

Materials

Stone, Metal

Meissen Gorgeous Table or Mantle Clock circa 1870

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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

FIRST QUALITY MODEL NUMBER F 36 FORMER'S NUMBER 43 PAINTER'S NUMBER 28 The CLOCK'S CASE is put on square pedestal standing on four round feet.

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Antique 19th Century German Rococo Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

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

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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

Topped with a decorative antique Swedish clock on glass-fronted lyre pedestal. Pale warm gray painted finish appears to be original and is distressed.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Antique Boulle Pedestal Clock by Dubuc Paris

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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 clock with beautifully worked signed gilt metal dial with white enamel Roman numeral ...

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Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Elegant Brass Clock

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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.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Clocks

Materials

Brass

Antique Russian Malachite Pietra Dure Jewelry Box, Casket, Box

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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

Petersburg without marveling at the exquisite and repeated use of fine Russian malachite stone veneers on pedestals, clocks and bases, candle stands and Imperial eggs; snuff boxes, o...

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Antique 19th Century Russian Boxes

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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.

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Antique Late 17th Century Italian Rococo Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Impressive Louis XV Desk/Reception Table, After F. Linke, Paris

$9,232

H 64.97 in W 56.7 in D 32.68 in

Impressive Louis XV Desk/Reception Table, After F. Linke, Paris

Located in Berlin, DE

Impressive Louis XV desk/reception table, after F. Linke, Paris Solid beech wood and veneered. Multiple curved and cambered body with fine inlay work. Free standing desk/reception...

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20th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Grand Mastercraft Designed Three Part Brass & Glass Vitrines or Curio Cabinets

$75,500 / set

H 87 in W 119 in D 18 in

Grand Mastercraft Designed Three Part Brass & Glass Vitrines or Curio Cabinets

By Mastercraft

Located in Dallas, TX

Architecturally-inspired this breathtaking three part brass Curved China cabinet set by Mastercraft, inviting drama into any space. Dedicated to creating hand-constructed furnishings...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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

Restoration Period Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Sofa Bed, 19th Century

$4,827Sale Price|25% Off

H 49.22 in W 77.56 in D 33.86 in

Restoration Period Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Sofa Bed, 19th Century

Located in Paris, FR

Restoration period mahogany veneered boat-shaped bed with a slightly overturned bedside. The front is soberly dressed with an ormolu plaque with scrolls and flowers framing a female ...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Bronze

Style of Faberge Guilloche Nephrite Jade Trinket Box

$12,000Sale Price|60% Off

H 2.5 in Dm 3.75 in

Style of Faberge Guilloche Nephrite Jade Trinket Box

By Fabergé

Located in Guaynabo, PR

An oval footed trinket box which is bearing the Faberge Imperial Russian silver hallmark Cyrillic characters, and made in the St. Petersburg workshop. During the late 1800s, there we...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Belle Époque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Jade

Massive Chinese Ormolu High Relief Gilt Bronze Automaton Musical Clock

$120,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 35.5 in W 17.72 in D 15 in

Massive Chinese Ormolu High Relief Gilt Bronze Automaton Musical Clock

Located in Danville, CA

Massive Chinese Ormolu High Relief Bronze Elephant Automaton Music Bracket Clock A truly magnificent Chinese Guangzhou studio automaton clock , large triple deck body supported on...

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20th Century Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 764 Pieces

$188,500

H 42.25 in W 36.5 in D 25.5 in

Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service, 764 Pieces

By Gorham

Located in New Orleans, LA

This monumental American sterling silver flatware service by Gorham epitomizes the stately glamour of turn-of-the-century dining. A total of 705 pieces in the beloved Versailles patt...

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Antique 19th Century American Rococo Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Massive 1880 Antique Ormolu Bronze Enameled Automaton Musical Bracket Clock

$550,000

H 37 in W 22 in D 14 in

Massive 1880 Antique Ormolu Bronze Enameled Automaton Musical Bracket Clock

By Winterhalder and Hofmeier

Located in Danville, CA

Massive 1880 Antique Ormolu Bronze Enameled Automaton Musical Bracket Clock An important, exhibition quality ormolu bronze bracket clock of massive proportions, the case decorated...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

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

$20,248

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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Antique 19th Century German Models and Miniatures

Materials

Silver

Antique French Empire Patinated and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

$24,297

H 21.66 in W 16.93 in D 5.12 in

Antique French Empire Patinated and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Antique French Empire patinated and gilt bronze mantel clock French, early 19th century Measures: Height 55cm, width 43cm, depth 13cm This fine Empire period mantel clock is wro...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Cartel clock & its console in Boulle Marquetry and Gilt Bronze, Louis XV Period

$11,935Sale Price|25% Off

H 44.89 in W 14.97 in D 7.49 in

Cartel clock & its console in Boulle Marquetry and Gilt Bronze, Louis XV Period

Located in Paris, FR

Cartel with its base in Boulle marquetry and gilt bronze. The gilded bronze in moving foliage and scrolls of flowers are of rocaille style. The circular frame in finely chiseled bron...

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Antique 1750s French Louis XV Wall Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century English Travelling Dressing Case

$38,471

H 8 in W 16 in D 13 in

19th Century English Travelling Dressing Case

By Edward & John Barnard

Located in London, GB

A mid-19th century lady’s travelling dressing case. The case is constructed in a finely marked coromandel, with inset brass handles and brass guard bands to the angles. The hinged l...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

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

$114,738

H 23 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in

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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Antique 19th Century English Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

Napoleon III Period Neoclassical Style Three-Piece Clock Set

$32,396 / 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...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Malachite, Enamel, Ormolu

Neoclassical Style Malachite and Gilt Bronze Mounted Clock Set

$37,796 / set

H 18.9 in W 24.02 in D 9.85 in

Neoclassical Style Malachite and Gilt Bronze Mounted Clock Set

Located in London, GB

This three-piece clock and candelabra set is formed of malachite and is fitted with gilt and patinated bronze mounts. The malachite base of the clock stands on gilt bronze bun feet. ...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Malachite, Ormolu, Bronze

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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?
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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.
What is the difference between a grandmother clock and a granddaughter clock?
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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.
How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?
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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 make a plant pedestal?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A plant pedestal can be fashioned from a variety of materials or objects, from upturned buckets and baskets, to shelves and hand-crafted stands. On 1stDibs, find a variety of plant pedestals from top sellers around the world.
What is a pendulum on a clock?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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.
What is a mission clock?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Mission clocks are a style of clock from the 19th century Arts & Crafts design movement. Mission clocks are known for their super simplistic design.
What is a sunburst clock?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
A sunburst clock is a wall clock that features a round face surrounded by spokes of wood or metal. This design resembles a shining sun. George Nelson Associates gets credit for designing the first one for the Howard Miller Clock Company in 1950, but many other creators have introduced their own versions over the years. Shop a collection of sunburst clocks on 1stDibs.
What does a chess clock do?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Chess clocks are used primarily to make sure that a player does not overly delay the game. By keeping track of the time spent for each player's move, the total time is tracked.
What is a calendar clock?
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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 an Elliott clock?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
An Elliott clock is a clock produced by the company J.J. Elliott, Ltd. The clockworks was based in London and patented a unique tubular bell system for their pieces in 1884. In 1924, the company stopped producing clocks. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Elliott clocks.
What is a travel clock?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
A travel clock is a compact clock that folds flat to be packed in luggage. Some travel clocks have more than one face, allowing you to keep track of the time at home and in your current location. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of travel clocks.
Where is the elephant clock now?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The original elephant clock designed by Ismail al-Jazari is no longer in existence. However, a larger scale reproduction is on display at the Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Shop a variety of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
What are mechanical clocks?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A mechanical clock is made with an oscillating mechanism that marks the passing time. An escapement counts its beats. The first mechanical clock was made out of iron, and was first seen in medieval Europe. You’ll find a collection of mechanical clocks from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the Atlas clock?
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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.