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

Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.

How do I identify my antique clock?

To identify your antique clock, search for markings on the back of its movement or case. Once you have located these marks, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is. From there, you can continue your research to learn more about your clock's age, style and other characteristics. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Find a wide range of antique clocks on 1stDibs.

How can I spot an antique clock?

To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is an antique bracket clock?

An antique bracket clock refers to a portable spring-driven pendulum table clock created in the 17th and 18th centuries. These clocks were equipped with convenient carrying handles and were housed usually in rectangular cases. Shop a collection of antique and vintage bracket clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

How do I know if my antique clock is valuable?

To know if an antique clock is valuable, you'll typically need to have the piece assessed by a certified appraiser or an experienced antiques dealer. The maker and style of the clock will help determine its value (an early American clockmaker’s antique grandfather model, featuring an oak case and decorative carvings, may be very interesting to collectors, for example). Overall condition of your clock also plays a role. Generally, clocks that still work are worth more than those that require repairs. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique, vintage and modern clocks.

Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Antique Mantel

Champleve Enamel

Champleve Vase

Candelabra And Clock Set

Enamel Cherub

Mantel Clock With Candelabra

Enamel Dial

French Ormolu Mantel Clock

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1910s English Victorian Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Silver

Victorian Silver Embossed Clock by Douglas Clock Company

H 3.5 in W 3.5 in D 1.5 in

Silver Victorian Heart Shaped Strut Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

decoration, enamel dial with Roman numerals, original gilded hands and a subsidiary dial for seconds at six

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1890s English Victorian Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Silver

Silver Victorian Heart Shaped Strut Clock

H 2 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Seth Thomas Antique Mantel Clock

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Ornate gilded brass cased mantel clock by Seth Thomas. Recently serviced and working. It has an 8

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Early 20th Century American Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Brass

Seth Thomas Antique Mantel Clock

H 12 in W 8.5 in D 5.75 in

Kienzle Clock Works Louis XV Style Tall Case Clock w/Bronze Figural Top

By Kienzle Clocks

Located in Bridgeport, CT

By Kienzle clock works, Scwennigen-on-Nekar. Patent No. 125605. Made for the European market. A

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Early 20th Century Louis XV Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Kienzle Clock Works Louis XV Style Tall Case Clock w/Bronze Figural Top

H 90 in W 24 in D 15.25 in

Rare Art Deco / Bauhaus Bronze Table or Mantel Clock by Lenzkirch / C.Kühling

By Lenzkirch

Located in Lisse, NL

Deco. This German cast bronze clock comes with an enamelled dial face and black lacquered numerals. The

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Rare Art Deco / Bauhaus Bronze Table or Mantel Clock by Lenzkirch / C.Kühling

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H 12.38 in W 8.5 in D 4.25 in

Arts and Crafts Hammered Copper Mantel Clock

By British United Clock Company

Located in Norwich, GB

Arts and Crafts Copper Mantel Clock A most unusual Arts and Crafts mantel clock in an outswept

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1920s English Arts and Crafts Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Copper

Arts and Crafts Hammered Copper Mantel Clock

H 9 in W 8.75 in D 6 in

Champlevé Enamel Mantel Clock

Located in Amersham, GB

A charming enamel and brass mantel clock with champlevé enamel decoration, corinthian columns and

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Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Champlevé Enamel Mantel Clock

H 9.85 in W 4.73 in D 4.34 in

Viennese Enamel Soldier Clock

By Tobias Katzenberger

Located in New Orleans, LA

A work of exceptional detail, this magnificent Viennese clock takes the art form of enameling to

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Early 19th Century Austrian Other Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Enamel

Viennese Enamel Soldier Clock

H 10.75 in Dm 5.25 in

Large French Enamelled Clock Face

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

Large french enamelled clock face from a steeple in France, restored in the 1960s, with enamelled

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Early 20th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel

Large French Enamelled Clock Face

H 70.08 in W 70.08 in D 0.4 in

Large French Enamelled Clock Face

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

Large french enamelled clock face from a steeple in France, restored in the 1960s, with enamelled

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Early 20th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel

Large French Enamelled Clock Face

H 70.08 in W 70.08 in D 0.4 in

Morbier Clock

Located in Woodbury, CT

A painted case, enamel dial with brass surround and an elaborately decorated pendulum are the

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19th Century French French Provincial Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Pine

Morbier Clock

H 93.5 in W 21 in D 10 in

19th Century French Enamel Clock Set

Located in Brighton, Sussex

clock garniture, the clock having a two handled turquoise enamel urn with swags above the floral and

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

19th Century French Enamel Clock Set

H 18.9 in W 9.85 in D 6.7 in

Rare Louis XVI Period Enamel and Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Montreal, QC

Rare Louis XVI period enamel and gilt bronze clock on a black marble base.

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18th Century and Earlier French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Rare Louis XVI Period Enamel and Gilt Bronze Clock

H 14 in W 9.5 in D 5.5 in

Austrian Enameled Wall Clock Anchor Bread 1920

Located in Vienna, AT

Enameled advertising clock from Austria, 1920s/1930s, function not tested.

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1920s Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Metal

Austrian Enameled Wall Clock Anchor Bread 1920

H 13 in W 13 in D 2.76 in

French Champleve Enamel Mantel Clock, 19th Century

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality late 19th century French Champleve enamel mantel clock, the clock has an eight

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Late 19th Century Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Enamel

French Champleve Enamel Mantel Clock, 19th Century

H 11.03 in W 7.88 in D 5.12 in

19th Century Enamel And Bronze Napoleon Clock

Located in Hoddesdon, GB

A Handsome 19th century, French Napoleon III mantle Clock of fine quality. Black enamel & Gilt

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1870s French Napoleon III Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

19th Century Enamel And Bronze Napoleon Clock

H 13.78 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in

French Boulle Clock

Located in New York, NY

Important French Boulle and ormolu table clock with all-over brass inlay. Face inset with numbers

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19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

French Boulle Clock

H 36 in W 17 in D 6.5 in

19th Century French Champlevé Enamel Clock Garniture

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality late 19th Century French champlevé enamel and porcelain clock garniture, set in

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

19th Century French Champlevé Enamel Clock Garniture

H 15.36 in W 9.06 in D 5.91 in

Classical 19th Century French Enamel Mantel Clock

Located in Brighton, Sussex

and foliate decoration. Classical gilded ormolu columns to the four corners, the enamel clock face

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Classical 19th Century French Enamel Mantel Clock

H 18.51 in W 9.85 in D 7.09 in

19th Century French Champlevé Enamel Clock Set

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very fine quality 19th century Louis XVI style gilded ormolu and champlevé enamel clock garniture

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

19th Century French Champlevé Enamel Clock Set

H 12.21 in W 7.49 in D 6.3 in

Lapis, enamel, and gilt bronze clock garniture

Located in London, GB

Grecian vase, also of lapis. The body of the clock is encircled by a band of champlevé enamel, which is

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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze

Lapis, enamel, and gilt bronze clock garniture

H 19.69 in W 13.78 in D 9.45 in

French Champleve Gilt Bronze and Enamel Clock Garniture

Located in New York, NY

French Champleve Gilt Bronze and Enamel Clock Garniture three piece set . Includes clock and a pair

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19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel

French Champleve Gilt Bronze and Enamel Clock Garniture

H 5 in W 5 in D 10 in

French 19th Century Onyx and Enamel mantel clock

Located in Brighton, Sussex

clock, having a white enamel clock face, roman numerals, an eight day duration movement, striking on the

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Late 19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Enamel, Ormolu

French 19th Century Onyx and Enamel mantel clock

H 13.78 in W 7.09 in D 6.3 in

French, rare Champleve enamel and ormolu mantel clock

Located in London, GB

French antique, rare Champleve enamel and ormolu mantel clock. A very rare model with two good

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1890s French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

French, rare Champleve enamel and ormolu mantel clock

H 17.5 in W 12.5 in D 5.25 in

Large 19th Century French Champleve Enamel Clock Set

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A fine quality large 19th century French gilded ormolu and Champlevé enamel clock garniture, having

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19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Large 19th Century French Champleve Enamel Clock Set

H 25.6 in W 12.21 in D 9.45 in

Austrian Hand Painted Porcelain Miniature Long Holster Clock New Haven

By New Haven Clock Company

Located in Gardena, CA

Hand Painted Austrian Porcelain miniature tall clock case - Movement Manufactured by New Haven

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19th Century American Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Porcelain

Austrian Hand Painted Porcelain Miniature Long Holster Clock New Haven

H 11 in W 3.875 in D 2.75 in

Chinoiserie Style Gilt-Bronze and Enamel Figural Clock

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A rare Chinoiserie style gilt-bronze and enamel figural clock. This elegant and sophisticated

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19th Century French Chinoiserie Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Chinoiserie Style Gilt-Bronze and Enamel Figural Clock

H 16.15 in W 13.78 in D 5.12 in

Antique Cloisonne Enamel and Gilt Bronze Clock Set

Located in London, GB

This wonderful cloisonne enamel clock set is an artful piece of design in the neoclassical style

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19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Antique Cloisonne Enamel and Gilt Bronze Clock Set

H 14.18 in W 10.63 in D 5.52 in

Japanese Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Clock Set

By Japy Frères

Located in London, GB

This beautiful clock set is designed in a fanciful Japanese style, known in France in the 19th

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19th Century French Japonisme Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Japanese Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Clock Set

H 15.75 in W 10.24 in D 7.09 in

Renaissance Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Renaissance style gilt bronze and enamel mantel clock French, late 19th century Measures: Height

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Renaissance Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Mantel Clock

H 20.87 in W 11.03 in D 9.06 in

Renaissance Revival Enamel and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Renaissance Revival enamel and gilt bronze mantel clock French, late 19th century Size: Height

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Renaissance Revival Enamel and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 20.87 in W 11.42 in D 8.67 in

Antique Gilt Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Clock Set

Located in London, GB

This beautiful clock set, which comprises of a mantel clock and a pair of vases, was designed in

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Antique Gilt Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Clock Set

H 16.54 in W 8.27 in D 6.7 in

Beautiful French enamel and ormolu annular dial clock

Located in HAARLEM, NL

The beautiful contrast from the gilding and enamel is very attractive. The striking 8-day

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Early 19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Enamel, Ormolu

Beautiful French enamel and ormolu annular dial clock

H 13.39 in Dm 4.34 in

Vintage Art Deco Sculpted Silver New Haven Collectible Desk/Mantel Clock

By New Haven Clock Company

Located in Chicago, IL

antique art deco New Haven white enamel faced collectible estate piece desk/mantel clock with winding

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Vintage Art Deco Sculpted Silver New Haven Collectible Desk/Mantel Clock

H 11.5 in W 9.5 in D 4 in

French 19th Century Champleve Enamel Clock Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French 19th century champleve enamel clock set signed by Henry Paris Dimensions: Clock: 11" H

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19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Champleve Enamel Clock Set

H 11 in W 6 in D 3.25 in

Large Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel three piece clock set

Located in London, GB

Large Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel three piece clock set. French, 19th Century Clock: height 54cm

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19th Century French Belle Époque Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Large Ormolu and Cloisonné Enamel three piece clock set

H 21.26 in W 11.42 in D 6.7 in

French gilt bronze and enamel three-piece clock set

Located in London, GB

French gilt bronze and enamel three-piece clock set French, late 19th Century Clock: Height 45cm

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Late 19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

French gilt bronze and enamel three-piece clock set

H 17.72 in W 10.24 in D 5.71 in

French, Louis XVI Style Enamel Clock Set, 19th Century

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality late 19th Century French Louis XVI style Champleve enamel clock set. The clock

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

French, Louis XVI Style Enamel Clock Set, 19th Century

H 12.6 in W 7.88 in D 4.73 in

19th Century Louis XVI Style Champleve Enamel Clock Set

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality, 19th century French gilded ormolu and champleve enamel clock garniture. The

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19th Century French Louis XVI Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

19th Century Louis XVI Style Champleve Enamel Clock Set

H 15.75 in W 8.67 in D 5.12 in

Antique French Clock Set in Champleve Enamel and Ormolu

Located in London, GB

candelabra: the central clock is rectangular in shape and comprises four champleve enamel faces framed by

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Late 19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Antique French Clock Set in Champleve Enamel and Ormolu

H 18.9 in W 9.26 in D 4.73 in

French Japonisme style gilt bronze and enamel mantel clock

Located in London, GB

French Japonisme style gilt bronze and enamel mantel clock French, 19th Century Height 30cm, width

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19th Century French Japonisme Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Enamel

French Japonisme style gilt bronze and enamel mantel clock

H 11.82 in W 7.09 in D 5.71 in

19th Century French Champleve Enamel and Ormolu Clock Set

Located in New York, NY

Fine quality and attractive French champleve gilt bronze and light blue champleve enamel clock set

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Late 19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

19th Century French Champleve Enamel and Ormolu Clock Set

H 17 in W 17.5 in D 5.25 in

Welsh Oak Tall Case Clock

Located in Woodbury, CT

This tall case clock has a beautifully painted enamel face with a pair of turtle doves featured

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19th Century British Georgian Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Oak, Mahogany

Welsh Oak Tall Case Clock

H 84.5 in W 23.25 in D 10.75 in

Austrian Enamel and Silver-Gilt Clock by Ludwig Politzer

By Ludwig Politzer

Located in London, GB

This magnificent silver-gilt and enamel lamp-form clock was produced in Vienna in circa 1870. The

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Mid-19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Austrian Enamel and Silver-Gilt Clock by Ludwig Politzer

H 16.15 in W 11.82 in D 4.73 in

Bacchus Mantle Clock

By Raingo Frères

Located in Bronx, NY

This fabulous Palace clock is designed & executed in Paris, France. The monumental clock is

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Mid-19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Bacchus Mantle Clock

H 26.5 in W 22.5 in D 9 in

Belle Époque Period Gilt Bronze and Enamel Clock Set

Located in London, GB

Belle Époque period gilt bronze and enamel clock set French, late 19th century Measures: Clock

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Late 19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Belle Époque Period Gilt Bronze and Enamel Clock Set

H 18.12 in W 9.06 in D 5.91 in

Oriental Style Gilt Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Clock Set

Located in London, GB

enamel foliate designs. Within the arch of the clock case, there is a circular dial with a light blue

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Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Oriental Style Gilt Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Clock Set

H 17.33 in W 8.86 in D 6.11 in

REGENCY SEDAN Clock

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

An early 19th century Ebonised wood and brass sedan clock with enamel dial and London made watch

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Early 19th Century European Regency Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass, Enamel

REGENCY SEDAN Clock

H 6.3 in W 6.3 in D 1.97 in

Antique French Japonisme Mantel Clock with Floral Champlevé Enamel

Located in London, GB

Antique French Japonisme mantel clock with floral Champlevé enamel French, late 19th century

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Late 19th Century French Japonisme Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Antique French Japonisme Mantel Clock with Floral Champlevé Enamel

H 20.08 in W 10.83 in D 8.67 in

Fine Gilt-Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Clock, circa 1880

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A fine gilt bronze and champlevé enamel clock. French, circa 1880. The movement with

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Late 19th Century French Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Fine Gilt-Bronze and Champlevé Enamel Clock, circa 1880

H 11.82 in W 6.3 in D 5.12 in

Tiffany & Co. Ormulu Bronze Champlevé Enamel Mantel Clock Garniture

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Guaynabo, PR

Tiffany's clock case with enamel roman numbers and bronze snake dials. At the top, the clock is

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Late 19th Century American Japonisme Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Ormulu Bronze Champlevé Enamel Mantel Clock Garniture

H 21.5 in W 11 in D 7 in

Antique Industrial Clock with Enamelled Steel Dial & Case by Synchronome

By Synchronome

Located in Nottingham, GB

Beautiful Original Industrial clock by Synchronome One piece black enamelled stepped steel case

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1920s British Industrial Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Brass, Steel

Antique Industrial Clock with Enamelled Steel Dial & Case by Synchronome

H 2.76 in Dm 16.74 in

French Antique Ormolu Mantle Clock

Located in London, GB

An attractive Parisian mantle clock in the Louis XVI manner Retailed by the Goldsmiths

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19th Century English Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French Antique Ormolu Mantle Clock

H 13.98 in W 13.98 in D 3.94 in

French Japonisme Ormolu, Patinated Bronze, and Cloisonne Enamel Mantel Clock

By L'Escalier de Cristal, Edouard Lievre

Located in New York, NY

A French Japonisme Chinoiserie Ormolu, patinated bronze, and cloisonne enamel mantel clock

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Late 19th Century French Japonisme Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

French Japonisme Ormolu, Patinated Bronze, and Cloisonne Enamel Mantel Clock

H 25 in W 15 in D 9 in

19th Century Barbedienne French Champleve Enamel and Gilt bronze clock set

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

19th Century Barbedienne French Champleve Enamel and Gilt bronze clock set A fine 19th Century

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19th Century French Napoleon III Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

19th Century Barbedienne French Champleve Enamel and Gilt bronze clock set

H 12.6 in W 12.6 in D 6.3 in

Empire Period Ormolu and Enamel Ceres Mantel Clock After Thomire

By Pierre-Philippe Thomire

Located in London, GB

Empire period ormolu and enamel Ceres mantel clock after Thomire. French, c.1810 Measures: height

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1810s French Empire Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Empire Period Ormolu and Enamel Ceres Mantel Clock After Thomire

H 18.12 in W 14.97 in D 5.12 in

Antique French Japy Freres Brass Champleve Enameled Cloisonne Mantel Clock

By Japy Frères

Located in Dayton, OH

Antqiue late 19th Century French Japy Freres gilt brass enameled mantel clock featuring

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Late 19th Century Neoclassical Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique French Japy Freres Brass Champleve Enameled Cloisonne Mantel Clock

H 14.75 in W 7 in D 6.25 in

Bronze clock featuring enameled plaques with Roman numerals

Located in Atlanta, GA

Bronze clock featuring enameled plaques with Roman numerals, signed Deniere a Paris. Denière et

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1880s French Louis XV Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Bronze clock featuring enameled plaques with Roman numerals

H 31.5 in W 24.75 in D 13.5 in

Antique French Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Cloisonne Enamel Clock Set

Located in London, GB

, which are all crafted in ormolu and extensively decorated in vibrant cloisonné enamel. The clock sits on

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19th Century French Neoclassical Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Antique French Neoclassical Style Ormolu and Cloisonne Enamel Clock Set

H 16.15 in W 9.06 in D 7.09 in

French Louis XVI style carved giltwood mantel clock

Located in London, GB

. The clock features a large circular enamel dial set within a giltwood drum. The drum is surmounted by

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel

French Louis XVI style carved giltwood mantel clock

H 23.63 in W 15.36 in D 7.09 in

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Enamel Clock Antique Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of enamel clock antique clocks is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique enamel clock antique clocks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, enamel and bronze. There are all kinds of enamel clock antique clocks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of enamel clock antique clocks to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Louis XVI, Empire and Louis XV enamel clock antique clocks are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made enamel clock antique clocks over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Vincenti et Cie and Japy Frères are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Enamel Clock Antique Clocks?

Enamel clock antique clocks can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $6,194, while the lowest priced sells for $173 and the highest can go for as much as $481,365.

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 Enamel Clock Antique Clocks

How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
How do I identify my antique clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
To identify your antique clock, search for markings on the back of its movement or case. Once you have located these marks, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is. From there, you can continue your research to learn more about your clock's age, style and other characteristics. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Find a wide range of antique clocks on 1stDibs.
How can I spot an antique clock?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is an antique bracket clock?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
An antique bracket clock refers to a portable spring-driven pendulum table clock created in the 17th and 18th centuries. These clocks were equipped with convenient carrying handles and were housed usually in rectangular cases. Shop a collection of antique and vintage bracket clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
How do I know if my antique clock is valuable?
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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.

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