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Boulle Grandfather Clock

19th Century French Boulle Longcase Clock
19th Century French Boulle Longcase Clock

19th Century French Boulle Longcase Clock

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality late 19th Century French boulle inlaid longcase clock, having wonderful scrolling gilded ormolu mounts, an ebonised case with tortoiseshell brass inlaid panels, T...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Brass

Boulle Pendulum Clock
Boulle Pendulum Clock

Boulle Pendulum Clock

Located in Rome, IT

Boulle-style pendulum clock, inlaid wood, signed dial, made in Italy, with a German case. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION ABOUT THE LOT, AND A SHIPPING QUOTE CAN BE REQUESTED BY SENDI...

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20th Century Italian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Wood

Outstanding quality antique 19th century French Boulle bracket clock and stand
Outstanding quality antique 19th century French Boulle bracket clock and stand

Outstanding quality antique 19th century French Boulle bracket clock and stand

Located in Ipswich, GB

Outstanding quality antique 19th century French Boulle bracket clock and accompanying pedestal, having a quality antique 19th century bracket clock with a round white dial with Roman...

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Antique 19th Century French Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

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19th Century Boulle Longcase Clock with Provenance
19th Century Boulle Longcase Clock with Provenance

19th Century Boulle Longcase Clock with Provenance

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H 90 in W 22 in D 11 in

19th Century Boulle Longcase Clock with Provenance

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Vancouver, BC

An exceptional piece of 19thC Boulle work cabinetry and 18thC horlogy reportedly from the estate of Randolf Hearst. The plinth and clock case with brass inlay and richly decorated w...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Baroque Revival Grandfather Clocks and ...

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Bronze, Enamel

Louis XV Style Boulle Work Bracket Clock on Pedestal
Louis XV Style Boulle Work Bracket Clock on Pedestal

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

Antique French Napoleonic Boulle Marquetry Longcase Clock c. 1800
Antique French Napoleonic Boulle Marquetry Longcase Clock c. 1800

Antique French Napoleonic Boulle Marquetry Longcase Clock c. 1800

Located in Westfield, MA

Embark on a journey through time with this striking Antique French Napoleonic Boulle Marquetry Longcase Clock, crafted around the year 1800. This magnificent timepiece is a testament...

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Antique Early 1800s French Empire Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

Stamped Texler Clock Longcase in Boulle Marquetry, 19th Century
Stamped Texler Clock Longcase in Boulle Marquetry, 19th Century

Stamped Texler Clock Longcase in Boulle Marquetry, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 92.52 in W 29.93 in D 14.57 in

Stamped Texler Clock Longcase in Boulle Marquetry, 19th Century

Located in Manduel, FR

Important clock/longcase in Boulle marquetry. (height 235 cm). Napoleon III period. Perfect condition. Stamped "Texler" three times on the structure:   Apiece of furn...

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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

Impressive Clock Longcase in Boulle Marquetry 19th Napoléon II
Impressive Clock Longcase in Boulle Marquetry 19th Napoléon II

Impressive Clock Longcase in Boulle Marquetry 19th Napoléon II

Unavailable

H 92.52 in W 29.53 in D 14.18 in

Impressive Clock Longcase in Boulle Marquetry 19th Napoléon II

Located in Manduel, FR

Important clock or longcase in Boulle marquetry Measures: height 235 cm Napoleon III period Perfect condition Original clock revised in perfect working order (under warran...

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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

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

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

By Vincenti et Cie

Located in Manduel, FR

Clock longcase (height 235 cm) in Boulle marquetry. Period Napoléon III. Perfect condition. Ormolu clock mounted on a pedestal. Clock revised (under warranty), stamped &q...

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Antique 1840s French Napoleon III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Tortoise Shell

High Boulle Clock on a Column Kienzle Movement, Second Half of the 20th Century
High Boulle Clock on a Column Kienzle Movement, Second Half of the 20th Century

High Boulle Clock on a Column Kienzle Movement, Second Half of the 20th Century

Located in Liverpool, GB

A prestigious and extremely effective, almost 2-meter high Boulle clock on a column. Excellent replica, made in the second half of the 20th century with the utmost attention to hist...

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Mid-20th Century French Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Metal

Boulle Clock Longcase Grandfather French Inlay Westminster Chimes
Boulle Clock Longcase Grandfather French Inlay Westminster Chimes

Boulle Clock Longcase Grandfather French Inlay Westminster Chimes

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Wonderful Boulle style longcase grandfather clock Fully working with Westminster chimes Intricate faux tortoiseshell and brass inlay in the classic Boulle manner Glass viewing panel ...

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Vintage 1980s Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Other

Louis XIV Style Chinoiserie Motif Boulle Long Case Clock
Louis XIV Style Chinoiserie Motif Boulle Long Case Clock

Louis XIV Style Chinoiserie Motif Boulle Long Case Clock

Located in New York, NY

Very fine quality 19 century French Louis XIV style Boulle inlaid Chinoiserie motif Long Case Clock.

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

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Brass, Bronze

Louis XV Boulle Style Ormolu Long Case Clock
Louis XV Boulle Style Ormolu Long Case Clock

Louis XV Boulle Style Ormolu Long Case Clock

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H 78 in W 23.5 in D 11.5 in

Louis XV Boulle Style Ormolu Long Case Clock

Located in Astoria, NY

Louis XV Boulle Style Ormolu Walnut Long Case Clock, after a design by Andre-Charles Boulle with porcelain clock face with Westminster chime clock movement, stamped "FHS / Germany / ...

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20th Century Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Porcelain, Walnut

19th Century Napoleon III Ebonized Boulle Style Longcase Clock
19th Century Napoleon III Ebonized Boulle Style Longcase Clock

19th Century Napoleon III Ebonized Boulle Style Longcase Clock

Located in New York, NY

Antique (19th century) longcase clock in the manner of André Charles Boulle (1642-1732) measuring 90 by 30 by 13 inches, with ebonized finish decorated with exceptional inlaid brass,...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

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Brass

Louis XV Boulle Pedestal Clock, Movement Signed Duval, Paris
Louis XV Boulle Pedestal Clock, Movement Signed Duval, Paris

Louis XV Boulle Pedestal Clock, Movement Signed Duval, Paris

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

An exceptional 18 century Louis XIV Boulle clock and pedestal the movement signed Duval Paris for Gideon Duval., The circular dial with twelve individual enameled plaques with Roman ...

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

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Brass, Bronze

Rare Important French Louis XIV Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Boulle Marquetry Clock
Rare Important French Louis XIV Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Boulle Marquetry Clock

Rare Important French Louis XIV Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Boulle Marquetry Clock

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A rare and important French Louis XIV style gilt bronze mounted green boulle marquetry clock, Regulateur De Parquet, with matching original pedestal, circa 1890s. After the Model by ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Brass, Bronze

Fine 19th Century Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Inlaid Bombe Long Case Clock
Fine 19th Century Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Inlaid Bombe Long Case Clock

Fine 19th Century Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Inlaid Bombe Long Case Clock

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

The bombe shaped case is intricately inlaid with boulle and brass marquetry work and enriched with finely chiseled gilt bronze mounts. The case is surmounted by a figure of the archa...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Grandfather Clocks and Lon...

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Wood, Porcelain

Standing Clock Boulle 19th Century
Standing Clock Boulle 19th Century

Standing Clock Boulle 19th Century

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H 98.43 in W 22.84 in D 12.21 in

Standing Clock Boulle 19th Century

Located in Warsaw, PL

Standing clock Boulle 19th Century. The clock is in excellent and perfect working condition. In addition, it was recently cleaned and serviced by a professional clockmaker who specia...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

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Bronze

Handsome French Boulle Style Longcase Clock
Handsome French Boulle Style Longcase Clock

Handsome French Boulle Style Longcase Clock

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H 81.5 in W 23.63 in D 11.82 in

Handsome French Boulle Style Longcase Clock

Located in Worcester, Worcestershire

Style: Boulle style. Width: 60 cm / 23 1/2 in. Depth: 30 cm / 12 in. Height: 207 cm / 81 1/2 in. Dial Roman and Arabic numerals. Brass set with imitation porcelain panels. Three ...

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Boulle Grandfather Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal boulle grandfather clock for your home. Each boulle grandfather clock for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and wood. There are many kinds of the boulle grandfather clock you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A boulle grandfather clock, designed in the Louis XV or Louis XVI style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made boulle grandfather clock has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Vincenti et Cie are consistently popular.

How Much is a Boulle Grandfather Clock?

A boulle grandfather clock can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $25,402, while the lowest priced sells for $2,086 and the highest can go for as much as $120,000.

Finding the Right Grandfather-clocks-longcase-clocks for You

Antique grandfather clocks and longcase clocks are staples of old-world design sensibilities, and, along with their storied history, these statuesque timepieces can bring a feeling of warmth to living rooms, dining rooms and other areas of your home.

Longcase clocks, which originated in England and were manufactured in the United States beginning in the 1700s, refer to tall clocks with a face and clock works positioned high in the housing while a large swinging pendulum movement is tucked inside the case, which is supported by a carved base called a plinth.

While guests making their way through your foyer (another ideal location for such a furnishing) might typically refer to your longcase clock as a “grandfather clock,” there are actually three varieties of these stylish floor clocks, which include granddaughter clocks (the shortest, generally not one solid piece of wood and around three to five feet tall), grandmother clocks (the slimmer middle ground, between five feet and six feet tall) and grandfather clocks, which are typically between six and seven feet tall.

Sculptural and statement-making, antique grandfather clocks created by the likes of the Seth Thomas Clock Company, the Howard Miller Clock Company, Hermle or other clockmakers are an alluring choice in filling up space in a room, while the shorter longcase clocks are just as useful if you need an element that is comparatively muted or you’re working with limited space.

Each generation of artisan clockmakers, working in various furniture styles over time, contributed its own flourishes to the design of longcase clocks. Antique grandfather clocks in the Georgian style share commonalities with neoclassical design. They were often made in dark woods such as mahogany and feature intricate carving. Mahogany is also common for Victorian-era grandfather clocks, although examples of this style can be found in oak and walnut too. Designers of contemporary grandfather clocks are using a range of materials.

It’s easy to get confused when determining the origins or value of an antique grandfather clock or other vintage longcase clock. While an antique appraiser will be able to tell quickly, searching for a manufacturer’s name engraved on the face and dial of the clock may be an easy way to learn about the history of your clock.

Find a distinctive variety of antique grandfather clocks and longcase clocks on 1stDibs, and browse our collection of unusually beautiful clocks, wall clocks, desk clocks and other vintage clocks too.

Questions About Boulle Grandfather Clock

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A tubular chime grandfather clock has a very rich sound that is deeper and holds on longer than chime rod mechanical clocks. As the name implies, grandfather clocks strike a chime. A tubular chime is shaped like a tube with an open center, whereas chime clocks do not have that added center space. Shop a collection of grandfather clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The moon on a grandfather clock is a dial that allows you to track the phases of the moon. It features 28 different points corresponding to the 28 days of a lunar cycle. Find a variety of grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique grandfather clocks tend to be more valuable than contemporary ones. Even if it doesn't work, an antique grandfather clock can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, as long as it's in good condition.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A mini grandfather clock is called a grandmother clock. It shares the same basic stylistic features as a traditional grandfather clock but usually has a narrower case and is under 6 feet, 3 inches tall. On 1stDibs, find a range of grandmother clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A hanging grandfather clock is sometimes called a long case or tall case clock. The name comes from the fact that the clock has the same elongated body as a grandfather clock. Its dimensions are necessary to accommodate a swinging pendulum. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of grandfather clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Grandfather clocks have been manufactured by different makers for hundreds of years, so the first step to find out if yours is a real antique is to look for the maker’s mark. The company name could be engraved on the face of the clock or somewhere inside. You might also find a copyright or identifying numbers which you can use to look up the date of manufacture. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly-vetted antique grandfather clocks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A grandfather clock's worth is dependent on its condition, maker, material, and age. On 1stDibs, a grandfather clock costs anywhere from $595 to $197,632.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Golden Age of grandfather clocks is the name of the period of time during which the earliest grandfather and longcase clocks were made. It began in the 1660s and lasted until the 1730s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique grandfather clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most historians believe that early grandfather clocks were 6 feet tall because the long case was required to hold a pendulum of adequate length to power their movement. Some clocks are even larger, though this is likely to give them a more substantial, decorative look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of grandfather clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Howard Miller grandfather clocks can be identified by a label located on the back of the clock, or inside of the front door or the inside of the back panel behind the movement. Older models may have “Made in Germany” on the label. Find a variety of authentic Howard Miller grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To read the moon dial on a grandfather clock, use the numbers and markings that appear along the outer edge. For example, if "20" is in the 12 o'clock position, the lunar cycle is currently on its 20th day. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of grandfather clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Old grandfather clocks are worth anywhere from a few hundred dollars to $100,000, on average. A high quality, full functioning antique grandfather clock will fetch around $3,000. Those that are highly detailed will typically garner higher prices.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    To get your grandfather clock to chime correctly, you must wait until the next hour count and note how many hours the clock chimes and then move the hour hand to the hour the clock chimed. Then you can reset the clock to the proper time.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    You can get your grandfather clock to chime correctly in a few easy steps. Firstly, wait for the next hour to chime on the clock. After that, count how many hours your grandfather clock chimes. With your finger, move the hour hand to the number of the hour count, and reset the time clock to the correct time. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with an antiques appraiser or related professional for help. Find a variety of grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 5, 2024
    To determine the value of a Howard Miller grandfather clock, look for the serial number and check trusted online resources and auction houses to see the sales prices of pieces of similar age and style. This should at least help provide an estimate with respect to how much your item is worth. Keep in mind that the age, rarity and condition of any antique or vintage clock will also impact its value.

    Your Howard Miller clock may have a label that is affixed to the back of the clock or is tucked inside the case on the back or side. The clock's model and serial number will appear on this label. If you're able to hunt down and consult vintage trade catalogs, these numbers will be of help in identifying the clock.

    If the original parts of your Howard Miller grandfather clock have been replaced or repaired, this will also be a factor in determining its value. Because there is a range of aspects that can affect the value of your grandfather clock or any other antique, it's typically a good idea to have a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer evaluate a clock. An expert can properly assess the condition of your clock and likely give you a clear picture of how much it's worth.

    On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage Howard Miller grandfather clocks, wall clocks and table clocks.