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.

Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Mantel Clock With Candelabra

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Early 20th Century American Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Gilt Bronze Footed Marble Base Mantel Clock Depicting Carthage Warrior

H 19 in W 20 in D 7 in

19th Century Burr Walnut Bracket Clock by Lenzkirch

By Lenzkirch

Located in Amersham, GB

A quarter striking bracket clock in a fine figured burr walnut case with ormolu mounts and sound

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1890s German Late Victorian Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass, Steel, Ormolu

19th Century Burr Walnut Bracket Clock by Lenzkirch

H 13 in W 9.85 in D 7.49 in

Glass Dome Bronze / Wood Base Porcelain Face Mantel Clock

By Ansonia Clock Company

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Dome Bronze and Porcelain Face Ansonian Crystal Palace Mantel Clock. This remarkable timepiece is a

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1880s American Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Glass Dome Bronze / Wood Base Porcelain Face Mantel Clock

H 19 in W 14 in D 7 in

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Montreal, QC

Empire period gilt bronze figural clock representing Amour & Psyche.

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19th Century French Empire Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Clock

H 19.5 in W 12.5 in D 4.75 in

Biedermeier Period Wood and Gilt Clock

Located in Montreal, QC

Austrian Biedermeier period gilt and polychromed wood clock. Chiseled gold Swiss movement, signed

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19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Biedermeier Period Wood and Gilt Clock

H 17.5 in W 9.5 in D 5 in

Empire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Clock

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Modelled as a potted flower, the pot decorated with gilt bronze classical figures. With an 18th

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19th Century Austrian Empire Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Empire Gilt and Patinated Bronze Clock

H 11 in Dm 4 in

Glass Dome Bronze / Porcelain Face Ansonian Crystal Palace Mantel Clock

By Ansonia Clock Company

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Dome Bronze and Porcelain Face Ansonian Crystal Palace Mantel Clock. This remarkable timepiece is a

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1880s American Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Glass Dome Bronze / Porcelain Face Ansonian Crystal Palace Mantel Clock

H 19 in W 14 in D 7 in

French Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock Set

Located in Hollywood, SC

French gilt bronze and marble three piece mantel clock flanked by matching candelabras. Center

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19th Century French Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock Set

H 25.5 in W 20.5 in D 8 in

French Mantel Clock / Pendulum Clock, Fire-Gilt, Around 1870-1880

Located in Berlin, DE

French mantel clock / pendulum clock, fire-gilt, around 1870-1880 Solid bronze, fire-gilded

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1870s French Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Mantel Clock / Pendulum Clock, Fire-Gilt, Around 1870-1880

H 14.97 in W 16.15 in D 5.91 in

French Empire Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in London, GB

French Empire gilt bronze clock French, early 19th century Measures: Height 38cm, width 27cm

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Early 19th Century French Empire Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French Empire Gilt Bronze Clock

H 14.97 in W 10.63 in D 3.94 in

Gilt Swedish Cartel Wall Clock

Located in Washington, DC

A gilt Swedish cartel wall clock.

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19th Century Swedish Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Metal

Gilt Swedish Cartel Wall Clock

H 29 in W 17 in D 4 in

Raingo Freres Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A magnificent ebonized wood and gilt bronze mid-19th century clock signed Raingo Freres, France

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1850s French Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Raingo Freres Gilt Bronze Clock

H 46 in W 22 in D 11.5 in

French Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A superb gilt bronze and Sienna marble clock depicting Urania (muse of astronomy).

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1880s French Empire Revival Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Gilt Bronze Clock

H 26.5 in W 18.25 in D 8 in

Figural Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

Gilt bronze musical cherubs figural clock.

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19th Century French Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Figural Clock

H 20 in W 34 in D 6 in

Gilt Bronze Figural Mantle Clock

Located in New York, NY

where he bought a planetarium-clock of Raingo in 1824. In 1860, Raingo Frères had furnished bronzes

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19th Century French Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Bronze Figural Mantle Clock

H 19 in W 22 in D 8 in

Portico clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

Superb gilt bronze portico clock signed M. Morer, Rue Dauphine, Paris. L Dalton signed by hand on

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19th Century French Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Portico clock

H 23 in Dm 12.75 in

Victorian Novelty Gilded brass Mantel Clock

By The Perivale British Clock Company

Located in Dereham, GB

Victorian Novelty Gilded brass Mantel Clock Circular Dial Clock, Bevelled Glass, 6cm Diameter

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1880s English Rococo Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass

Victorian Novelty Gilded brass Mantel Clock

H 5.12 in W 6.7 in D 3.55 in

French Restauration Period Patinated and Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Montreal, QC

Restauation period gilt and patinated bronze clock.

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19th Century French Restauration Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Restauration Period Patinated and Gilt Bronze Clock

H 17.5 in W 9.25 in D 5 in

Antique French Empire Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Figural Clock

Located in New York, NY

An Exquisite Antique French Period Empire Neoclassical gilt bronze figural clock embellished with

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19th Century French Empire Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Steel, Enamel

Antique French Empire Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Figural Clock

H 18 in W 15 in D 6 in

Unusual French Gilt Bronze Chinoiserie Clock of Lovers

Located in New York, NY

19th c. French Gilt Dore Bronze Chinoiserie Clock possibly made for the Chinese market. The

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19th Century French Louis XVI Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Unusual French Gilt Bronze Chinoiserie Clock of Lovers

H 20 in W 15 in D 5 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Clock

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A large and stunning antique French Baroque drum head clock. Beautifully modelled in gilt bronze

Category

19th Century Baroque Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Clock

H 16.5 in W 9 in D 5.5 in

Charles X Gilt and Silver Clock

Located in Dallas, TX

An impressive Charles X gilt and silver clock in the gothic taste, France. Circa 1825

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Early 19th Century French Charles X Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Charles X Gilt and Silver Clock

H 24 in W 10.5 in D 5 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Clock

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A beautiful original antique French clock, modelled in the Baroque style in gilt bronze. It is of

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19th Century French Baroque Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Clock

H 18.25 in W 9.75 in D 6 in

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century French gilt bronze clock. Clock is in working condition.

Category

19th Century French Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Clock

H 16 in W 12 in D 4.5 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Clock

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A large and stunning original antique French Baroque clock. Designed as a romantic ruin with an

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19th Century French Baroque Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze Baroque Clock

H 17 in W 10.75 in D 7 in

Gilt bronze clock, 19th century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Gilt bronze clock, 19th century Large original gilt bronze clock, decorated with garlands of

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1860s European Napoleon III Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Gilt bronze clock, 19th century

H 37.8 in W 16.54 in D 2.76 in

Magnificent Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very fine gilt bronze and marble clock featuring a lion. Marble case, ornate face with enameled

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1880s French Louis Philippe Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Magnificent Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock

H 21 in W 18 in D 8.5 in

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

profound revival of beauties of the ancient empires. The mantel clock is crafted entirely in gilt

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Early 19th Century French Empire Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 25.99 in W 16.74 in D 5.12 in

Large Gilt Bronze Boulle Wall Clock

Located in London, GB

inlayed with tortoiseshell, this wood has been ebonised. The edges of the clock case are mounted with gilt

Category

19th Century French Louis XIV Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass, Ormolu, Bronze

Large Gilt Bronze Boulle Wall Clock

H 40.95 in W 19.3 in D 7.49 in

Italian Neoclassical Parcel-Gilt Clock

Located in New York, NY

Italian neoclassical parcel-gilt clock. Roman military Empire period mantel clock of obelisk form

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Late 18th Century Italian Empire Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Metal

Italian Neoclassical Parcel-Gilt Clock

H 25.25 in W 14.5 in D 6 in

French Empire Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in Montreal, QC

This unusual clock signed Blanc Fils Palais Royal is modelled as a library, flanked by two seated

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Early 19th Century French Charles X Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Empire Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 16 in W 12 in D 7 in

Continental Austrian Gilt Mantel Clock

Located in New York, NY

Continental Austrian (18th Century) gilt wood and blue glass panel mantel clock with a pediment

Category

18th Century and Earlier Austrian Neoclassical Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Giltwood, Glass

Continental Austrian Gilt Mantel Clock

H 28.5 in W 22 in D 6 in

Very Fine Gilt Bronze Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very fine gilt bronze clock depicting infant, cupid and psyche. An exquisite Louis XVI base

Category

Early 1900s French Louis XVI Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Very Fine Gilt Bronze Clock

H 17.5 in W 16 in D 8 in

Antique Figural Clock

By F. Barbedienne Foundry

Located in Atlanta, GA

Magnificent gilt bronze clock signed Barbadienne founder, rouge Royale marble base.

Category

Late 19th Century French Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Antique Figural Clock

H 33 in Dm 25 in

Antique French Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel clock

Located in London, GB

Antique French Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel clock French, late 19th Century Height 63cm

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19th Century French Louis XVI Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Louis XVI style gilt bronze cartel clock

H 24.81 in W 11.03 in D 3.94 in

French Empire Clock

Located in Hudson, NY

A very finely cast gilt bronze clock depicting Psyche at her toilet. The reflective mirror of

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19th Century French Empire Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French Empire Clock

H 17.5 in W 13 in D 5 in

Royal Empire Mantel Clock / Pendulum Clock, Fire-Gilt, Around 1805-1815, Paris

Located in Berlin, DE

Royal Empire mantel clock / pendulum clock, fire-gilt, around 1805-1815, Paris Solid bronze

Category

Early 1800s French Empire Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Royal Empire Mantel Clock / Pendulum Clock, Fire-Gilt, Around 1805-1815, Paris

H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze and Rouge Marble Clock Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fine 19th century French gilt bronze mounted Rouge marble 3-piece figural clock set Clock

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19th Century French Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Gilt Bronze and Rouge Marble Clock Set

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 Gilt 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

Griotte marble and gilt and patinated bronze clock garniture by Graux

Located in London, GB

Griotte marble and gilt and patinated bronze clock garniture by Graux French, c. 1870 Clock: Height

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19th Century French Napoleon III Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze

Griotte marble and gilt and patinated bronze clock garniture by Graux

H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 13 in

Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in Bradenton, FL

A very good quality Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock. French gilt bronze clock with enamel

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19th Century French Louis XVI Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 8.75 in W 5 in D 2 in

Antique French Louis XV Gilt Bronze Clock

By A.D. Mougin

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A beautiful antique French gilt bronze clock by A. D. Mougin. Modelled in architectural form and

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Louis XV Gilt Bronze Clock

H 15.5 in W 11 in D 5 in

French Gilt-Bronze and Glass Clock Set

Located in New York, NY

An elegant French gilt-bronze and glass clock garniture. Urn shaped gilt bronze mounted crystal

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19th Century French Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Gilt-Bronze and Glass Clock Set

H 17.5 in W 8 in D 5.5 in

Antique Gilt Bronze Three-Piece Clock Garniture

Located in London, GB

candelabra are constructed entirely of gilt bronze. The bronze dial of the mantel clock is inscribed with

Category

Late 19th Century Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Gilt Bronze Three-Piece Clock Garniture

H 18.9 in W 11.42 in D 5.91 in

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Figurative Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Empire period gilt bronze figurative mantel clock French, early 19th century Measures: Height

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Early 19th Century French Empire Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Empire Period Gilt Bronze Figurative Mantel Clock

H 13 in W 12.21 in D 4.73 in

19th Century French Empire Gilt Dore Bronze Figural Amour & Psyche Mantel Clock

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Very fine gilt bronze figural mantel clock featuring cupid (also known as amour) swooning a

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19th Century French Empire Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Empire Gilt Dore Bronze Figural Amour & Psyche Mantel Clock

H 20 in W 13 in D 5 in

Louis XV Style Cartel Clock

Located in Pembroke, MA

Louis XV style Cartel clock in gilt bronze with painted porcelain dial. The case has been re-gilded

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19th Century French Louis XV Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Louis XV Style Cartel Clock

H 30 in W 14 in D 5 in

French Régence Style Gilt Bronze Clock Garniture

Located in London, GB

French Régence style gilt bronze clock garniture French, late 19th century Clock: Height 60cm

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Late 19th Century French Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French Régence Style Gilt Bronze Clock Garniture

H 23.63 in W 14.18 in D 7.88 in

Large Gilt Bronze Portico Clock, Restoration Period

By Lepine

Located in Paris, FR

Large gilt bronze portico regulator clock from the Restauration period. It takes the form of an

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1820s French Restauration Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Large Gilt Bronze Portico Clock, Restoration Period

H 23.23 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in

Antique Porcelain Mounted Gilt Metal Clock Set

Located in London, GB

clock and pair of vases, is crafted from gilt metal and is mounted with decorative porcelain plaques

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19th Century French Rococo Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Porcelain Mounted Gilt Metal Clock Set

H 16.15 in W 8.67 in D 5.12 in

French Empire Period Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

French Empire period gilt bronze mantel clock French, early 19th century Measures: Height 50cm

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Early 19th Century French Empire Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French Empire Period Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 19.69 in W 14.18 in D 4.73 in

Large Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Commemorating Napoleon

Located in London, GB

Large gilt bronze mantel clock commemorating Napoleon French, circa 1840 Measures: Height 57cm

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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Large Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Commemorating Napoleon

H 22.45 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

Clock Mantle Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Empire French 19th Century France

Located in New York, NY

Clock Mantle Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Empire French 19th Century France. A French mantel clock in

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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Clock Mantle Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Empire French 19th Century France

H 15 in W 12.5 in D 5 in

Antique Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

This fine neoclassical style mantel clock is from the early 19th century. The clock is cast in gilt

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Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Antique Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 18.51 in W 13.39 in D 5.91 in

Lapis, enamel, and gilt bronze clock garniture

Located in London, GB

enamel ground. At each corner of the clock body is mounted a gilt bronze classical mask, which

Category

Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt 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

Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A stunning Baroque style antique French Cartel wall clock. It is beautifully modelled in gilded

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19th Century French Baroque Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock

H 21.75 in W 13 in D 5 in

Antique Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

beautiful item, which has been expertly crafted from gilt bronze (ormolu). The clock will add elegance and

Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Antique Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

H 18.51 in W 14.57 in D 9.06 in

19th Century Belgian Gilt Bronze Louis XV Style Mantel Clock

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A 19th century Belgian gilt bronze Louis XV style mantel clock. Dial Marked: Honiogerie De La

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19th Century Belgian Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Belgian Gilt Bronze Louis XV Style Mantel Clock

H 29 in W 17 in D 7 in

Clock Mantle Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Empire French 19th Century France

Located in New York, NY

Clock Mantle Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Empire French 19th Century France. A French mantle in gilt

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19th Century French Neoclassical Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

Clock Mantle Gilt Bronze Neoclassical Empire French 19th Century France

H 18.1 in W 11.8 in D 4.7 in

Important Late 19th Century Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in New York, NY

A large and important late 19th century gilt and patinated bronze, French champlevé cloisonné

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19th Century French Belle Époque Gilt Clock Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Important Late 19th Century Gilt and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock

H 31 in W 15 in D 18 in

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Gilt Clock Antique Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of gilt clock antique clocks for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and stone, all gilt clock antique clocks available were constructed with great care. Gilt clock antique clocks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Louis XVI, Empire and Louis XV gilt clock antique clocks are consistently popular styles. Gilt clock antique clocks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Japy Frères, Samuel Marti and Vincenti et Cie are consistently popular.

How Much are Gilt Clock Antique Clocks?

Prices for gilt clock antique clocks start at $121 and top out at $666,004 with the average selling for $6,652.

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 Gilt 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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is an antique bracket clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
An antique bracket clock refers to a portable spring-driven pendulum table clock created in the 17th and 18th centuries. These clocks were equipped with convenient carrying handles and were housed usually in rectangular cases. Shop a collection of antique and vintage bracket clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
How do I know if my antique clock is valuable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
To know if an antique clock is valuable, you'll typically need to have the piece assessed by a certified appraiser or an experienced antiques dealer. The maker and style of the clock will help determine its value (an early American clockmaker’s antique grandfather model, featuring an oak case and decorative carvings, may be very interesting to collectors, for example). Overall condition of your clock also plays a role. Generally, clocks that still work are worth more than those that require repairs. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique, vintage and modern clocks.

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This Vivacious Teapot Has Agnes Martin on One Side and Jean-Michel Basquiat on the Other

Ceramist Roberto Lugo brings a street-art sensibility to a dainty serving vessel while paying homage to his artistic heroes.

This Rare Set of 100 Alessi Vases Includes Designs by Scores of International Artists

Alessandro Mendini, Michael Graves, Ettore Sottsass and other design luminaries contributed to this unusual collection of porcelain wares representing a time capsule of late-20th-century decorative art.