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.

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 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.

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.

Is antique gold real gold?

Antique gold is as real as contemporary gold. Pure gold is 24-karats, though few pieces of jewelry are actually made completely of 24-karat gold because it's extremely soft. 14-karat and 18-karat gold jewelry is usually mixed with alloy to make the piece a bit more durable.

Are old antique clocks worth anything?

Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.

Is antique gold finish real gold?

Whether or not an antique gold finish is real gold or not depends on the item in question. Often, things said to have an "antique gold finish" simply have a gold-toned finish. However, in some cases, the finish may be real gold plating. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of gold decorative objects and jewelry.

How can I tell if jewelry is antique gold?

To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.

How can you tell if antique jewelry is real gold?

To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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19th Century French Column Clocks

Gilt Dial

French Mantel Ormolu Clock With Candelabra

Gold Gilt Objects

French Rococo Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock

Ornate Clock

Marble Based Bronze Mantel Clock

French Bronze Sculpture And Clock

Late 19th Century French Gilt Metal and Hand-Painted Porcelain Mantel Clock

$1,318

Late 19th Century French Gilt Metal and Hand-Painted Porcelain Mantel Clock

By A.D. Mougin

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Weight - 5.1kg Condition: Good antique condition with later restoration/repainting of the gilt finish.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Large French Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock by Les Japy Fils, 1850s

$5,160

Large French Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock by Les Japy Fils, 1850s

By Japy Frères

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

An impressive French mantel clock dating to the mid-19th century, featuring an elegant combination of richly gilt bronze and finely patinated bronze. The sculptural composition depic...

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Antique 1850s French Rococo Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mantle Clock Garniture Set

$3,500 / set

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mantle Clock Garniture Set

By Raingo Frères, Samuel Marti

Located in Forney, TX

A luxurious French Louis XVI style gilt bronze ormolu and alabaster (onyx-marble) three piece mantle clock and garniture set, possibly attributed to Raingo Freres. The fine qualit...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Gothic Table Clock w. Stunning Antique Pocket Watch Made of Gilt Bronze or Gold

$2,064

Gothic Table Clock w. Stunning Antique Pocket Watch Made of Gilt Bronze or Gold

Located in Lisse, NL

We know too little about antique pocket watches to be able to tell you if the pocket watch inside this unique bronze table clock is made of gilt bronze or if it could actually be mad...

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Antique Early 1800s British Gothic Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Mid-19th Century French Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock, Japy Frères & Bazelair

$2,121

Mid-19th Century French Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock, Japy Frères & Bazelair

By Japy Frères

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

A highly decorative mid-19th century French figural mantel clock, likely dating to circa 1845–1860, featuring an elaborate Rococo Revival composition with abundant floral ornament, s...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Revival Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Seth Thomas Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze Open Escapement Mantle Clock c1900

$1,160Sale Price|20% Off

Seth Thomas Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze Open Escapement Mantle Clock c1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Seth Thomas mantle clock, crafted circa 1900 in the opulent Louis XIV style. This timepiece is a fine example of American clockmaking from the turn of the 20th century, co...

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Early 20th Century Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Hand-Painted Enamel Carriage Clock with Allegorical Themes

$19,813

Antique French Hand-Painted Enamel Carriage Clock with Allegorical Themes

Located in London, GB

A fine cased carriage clock The substantially sized 'Gorge' case houses a lever platform escapement, striking the hours and half hours on a blued steel coiled gong, with the repea...

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Steel, Ormolu, Bronze

19th century French Bronze mounted Onyx Garniture Clock and Candelabra Set

$4,500 / set

19th century French Bronze mounted Onyx Garniture Clock and Candelabra Set

Located in New York, NY

Very fine quality and unusual Antique (19th century) French Louis XVI style garniture including mantel clock and pair of two-light candelabra neoclassical style, finely crafted from ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Late 19th Century Large French Japy Frères Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock, 19.7 in

$1,318

Late 19th Century Large French Japy Frères Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock, 19.7 in

By Japy Frères

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Original pendulum included; winding key not included. As with any antique mechanical clock, long-term accuracy and continuous operation cannot be guaranteed and future servicing or a...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Baroque Revival Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock with Eight-Day Paris Movement

$573

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock with Eight-Day Paris Movement

Located in Madrid, ES

Elegant 19th-century French mantel clock, finely crafted in gilt bronze and fitted with a Paris eight-day movement. The piece reflects the refinement and decorative sophistication of...

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Antique 1880s Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

M. Planchon, Clock "Allegory of Fidelity to Henri IV", France, circa 1880

$2,522

M. Planchon, Clock "Allegory of Fidelity to Henri IV", France, circa 1880

Located in PARIS, FR

Dial signed « Planchon à Paris » A fine clock in white marble and chased and gilt bronze, depicting a female figure draped in the antique manner, holding two hearts in her right ha...

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Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Enamel

19th Century Egyptian Revival Mantel Clock by D. Munsey of Cambridge

$2,186

19th Century Egyptian Revival Mantel Clock by D. Munsey of Cambridge

Located in Hoddesdon, GB

A fine Egyptian Revival mantel clock retailed by D. Munsey of Cambridge, circa 1880s, black marble and slate clock case with elaborate bronze mounts. The architectural case is surmo...

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Antique 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Mantel Clocks

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Slate, Bronze

19th Century Napoleon III Fire-Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock

$2,500

19th Century Napoleon III Fire-Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This beautifully detailed Napoleon III fire-gilt bronze figural mantel clock is from France, circa 1860-1880. Featuring a graceful maiden in classical dress seated upon a boulder whi...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock After Andre-Charles Boulle

$3,500

French Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock After Andre-Charles Boulle

By A.D. Mougin

Located in New York, NY

Impressive antique (late 19th century) gilt bronze mantel clock in the Louis XIV style after the original model Andre-Charles Boulle (1643-1732), finely crafted by AD Mougin, circa 1...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Ormolu Bronze Cartel Wall Clock in Louis XVI Style

$2,200

19th Century French Ormolu Bronze Cartel Wall Clock in Louis XVI Style

Located in New York, NY

Antique (19th century) French ormolu bronze cartel wall clock in the Louis XVI style, 28 by 14 by 4 3/4 inches. White enamel face signed with the mark of the retailer, JACQUET-LACAR...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wall Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Sevres Porcelain Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock and Candelabra Set

$12,000 / set

19th Century French Sevres Porcelain Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock and Candelabra Set

Located in New York, NY

Finest quality French sevres antique (late 19th century) garniture set including mantel clock and pair of candelabra by Raingo Freres of Paris, with clock movement by Vincenti et Ci...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Midcentury Mantel Bronze Clock with Boy Figurine from France, circa 1960s

$571

Midcentury Mantel Bronze Clock with Boy Figurine from France, circa 1960s

Located in Bastogne, BE

Victorian style gilded spelter figural mantel clock from the Mid -20th century. Featuring a well-cast bronze figure of a young boy / child dressed in Victorian era garment, sheaves ...

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Vintage 1960s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French gilt bronze Louis XIV figured antique clock with library design

$4,128Sale Price|20% Off

French gilt bronze Louis XIV figured antique clock with library design

Located in Milano, IT

Imagine stepping back in time to the opulent 19th century, where a magnificent French clock in gilded bronze takes center stage, a breathtaking tribute to the Sun King himself, Louis...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique Burr Walnut Ebonized Cased Desk Clock from Baldwin of Loughborough

$2,726

Antique Burr Walnut Ebonized Cased Desk Clock from Baldwin of Loughborough

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique burr walnut ebonized cased desk clock with Roman numeric dial fronting a gold plated back plate and pendulum swung movement in a plain case.

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Antique 1860s English Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate

F. Barbedienne, French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock, Ed. Minart, c. 1852

$7,912

F. Barbedienne, French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock, Ed. Minart, c. 1852

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

An exceptionally refined French ormolu mantel clock in the Louis XVI Revival style, attributed to the celebrated Parisian bronze founder Ferdinand Barbedienne. The clock was most lik...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Napoleon III Mantel Clock in Bleu de Sèvres Porcelain & Chased Ormolu - 21.2 in

$7,912

Napoleon III Mantel Clock in Bleu de Sèvres Porcelain & Chased Ormolu - 21.2 in

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

A magnificent Napoleon III period mantel clock, dating to around 1865-1875, crafted in deep bleu de Sèvres-style porcelain and richly decorated with finely chased gilt bronze (ormolu...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Impressive Antique Austrian Champlevé Enamel, Silver-Gilt and Lapis Lazuli Clock

Price Upon Request

Impressive Antique Austrian Champlevé Enamel, Silver-Gilt and Lapis Lazuli Clock

Located in London, GB

These details as well as many others, are what make this clock set an extraordinary museum-worthy antique.

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Bronze, Enamel

1900 Antique French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Elegant Lady Marble Base Ball Clock

$3,250

1900 Antique French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Elegant Lady Marble Base Ball Clock

Located in Danville, CA

1900 Antique French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Elegant Lady Marble Base Ball Clock Here we are offering a beautiful French bronze elegant lady figure ball clock. The elegant lady is made of...

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Antique Early 1900s French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze & Patinated Mantel Clock with Cupid, 38 cm /

$3,210

French Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze & Patinated Mantel Clock with Cupid, 38 cm /

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

An elegant and highly decorative French mantel clock, conceived in the refined Louis XVI taste and executed in richly gilded and patinated bronze.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

A Fine French Napoleon III Gilt-Bronze Figural Mantel Clock, After Robert Osmond

$18,450

A Fine French Napoleon III Gilt-Bronze Figural Mantel Clock, After Robert Osmond

By Vincenti et Cie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Very Fine French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Napoleon III Period Gilt-Bronze Figural Mantel Clock, after the model by Robert Osmond. The ornate finely chased and mercury body form...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Early and Fine Bronze, Ormolu and Specimen Marble Clock with Cupid

$11,410

Early and Fine Bronze, Ormolu and Specimen Marble Clock with Cupid

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A large, fine and exquisite, early antique French clock depicting cupid holding a sharpened golden arrow. It is of stunning quality and fully serviced and tested by our clockmakers. ...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

A 19th C. French Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Mounted Rouge Marble Clock Garniture

$34,500 / set

A 19th C. French Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Mounted Rouge Marble Clock Garniture

Located in New York, NY

A Very Unusual and Quite Rare 19th Century French brown and green Patinated Bronze & Ormolu Mounted Rouge Marble Clock Garniture. This three-piece garniture set, comprising a centra...

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Antique 1870s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Napoleon III Empire Gilt Bronze Clock with Hunting Motifs

$3,750

19th Century French Napoleon III Empire Gilt Bronze Clock with Hunting Motifs

Located in Chicago, IL

This circa 1850 French mantel clock showcases a stunning figurative design made from cast gilt bronze. It depicts a hunter with a rabbit slung over the top curve of the clock case. T...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century, Denière à Paris Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock with Japy Frères Movement

$12,040

19th Century, Denière à Paris Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock with Japy Frères Movement

By Jean-François Denière

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Magnificent gilt bronze mantel clock crafted in Paris circa 1850–1870 by Denière, one of the most celebrated French bronze workshops of the 19th century. The clock is fitted with an ...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Revival Gilt Metal Mantel Clock by Japy Frère

$860

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Revival Gilt Metal Mantel Clock by Japy Frère

By Japy Frères

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

A highly decorative late 19th-century French mantel clock in the Louis XVI Revival taste, with an ornate gilt-metal case by P.H.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Late 19th Century French Louis XV Revival Mantel Clock by AD Mougin, 19.3 in

$4,013

Late 19th Century French Louis XV Revival Mantel Clock by AD Mougin, 19.3 in

By A.D. Mougin

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

An impressive and richly ornamented French mantel clock executed in the exuberant Louis XV Revival taste, dating to the late 19th century and housing an authentic AD Mougin movement....

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Rouge Griotte Marble and Ormolu Clock Set

$59,700 / set

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Rouge Griotte Marble and Ormolu Clock Set

By Raingo Frères

Located in New York, NY

A Magnificent Large Antique French 19th Century Ormolu and Rouge Griotte marble clock set of exquisite craftsmanship. This spectacular clock set is comprising a pair of very large ni...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Bardiglio Marble Japy Freres Clock Set

$2,670 / set

19th Century French Napoleon III Period Bardiglio Marble Japy Freres Clock Set

By Japy Frères

Located in Forney, TX

A fabulous over one hundred and sixty year old Parisian neoclassical style Bardiglio marble three piece mantel set. Born in Paris, France in the mid 19th century, featuring an an...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Ormolu & Marble Clock Set by Samuel Marti

$15,000Sale Price / set|20% Off

French 19th Century Louis XVI Ormolu & Marble Clock Set by Samuel Marti

By S. Marti & Cie

Located in Miami, FL

A very large and fine antique French clock set, circa 1880. It is of Rococo design boldly modeled in gilt bronze.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Crystal, Bronze, Ormolu

French Louis XV Porcelain Patinated Gilt Bronze Clock Signed Hottot Japy Freres

$5,500

French Louis XV Porcelain Patinated Gilt Bronze Clock Signed Hottot Japy Freres

By Louis Hottot, Japy Frères

Located in Forney, TX

A fabulous French antique, circa 1850, Sevres style porcelain mounted gilt metal mantel clock by Parisian sculptor and merchant Louis Hottot (1829-1905), with stamped Japy Freres sil...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Ormolu and White Marble Boudoir Clock Set

$5,590Sale Price / set|35% Off

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Ormolu and White Marble Boudoir Clock Set

Located in Miami, FL

A beautiful 19th Century French Louis XVI Ormolu and White Carrara Boudoir Clock with a Pair of Candelabras. This antique French ormolu mounted white marble boudoir clock, is circa...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Large 18th Century French Louis XV Period Cartel Wall Clock Signed A. Gosselin

$31,600Sale Price|20% Off

Large 18th Century French Louis XV Period Cartel Wall Clock Signed A. Gosselin

Located in Miami, FL

A very fine and large Early 18th Century French Louis XV period corne verte (green horn) and ormolu mounted cartel or wall clock. The impressive cartel rests on its original socle - ...

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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XV Wall Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French Louis XVI Patinated Desk Clock with a Figure of a Boy

$3,176

19th Century French Louis XVI Patinated Desk Clock with a Figure of a Boy

Located in Sofia, BG

19th century elegant antique desk or mantel clock dated circa 1860. The clock stands on curved feet and features a carved sculpture of a little boy and a bird. The intricate clock me...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Mora Floor Clock from Sweden, Scraped Finish w/Subtle Gold Accent

$6,160

19th Century Mora Floor Clock from Sweden, Scraped Finish w/Subtle Gold Accent

Located in Atlanta, GA

This piece has a scraped finish which allows much of the wood grain to show, with a subtle gold trim accent. This clock would be wonderful as a decorative object.

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Glass, Wood

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Garniture Clock Set

$2,213

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Garniture Clock Set

Located in Madrid, ES

Product Description: Materials: Gilt bronze and Carrara white marble Style: 19th Century French Features: Representation of cherubs holding the terrestrial globe Clock Dimensions: 4...

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Antique 1880s Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Continental Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Clock, signed Imperial

$15,800

Continental Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Clock, signed Imperial

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome and most decorative Continental Turn of the Century Louis XVI st. Ormolu, Vert Antique marble and patinated Bronze clock, signed Imperial. The clock is raised on six Ormol...

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20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Chinoiserie Ormolu and Porcelain garniture Set in St of E. Liever

$35,000 / set

Antique French Chinoiserie Ormolu and Porcelain garniture Set in St of E. Liever

Located in New York, NY

An elegant and high quality French 19th century Chinoiserie ormolu, silvered bronze and porcelain clock garniture in the style of Edouard Lievre mounted with Chinese famille verte po...

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Antique 19th Century French Chinoiserie Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Bronze Clock: Elegant Allegory of the Harvest

$2,098

19th Century French Bronze Clock: Elegant Allegory of the Harvest

Located in Madrid, ES

Transport your space to the 19th century with this elegant French bronze clock, adorned with gilding and patina, depicting a cherub, an allegory of the harvest. This clock is a maste...

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Antique 1880s Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Mantel Desk Clock Ormolu Mounts, Boulle Style

$2,560Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century French Mantel Desk Clock Ormolu Mounts, Boulle Style

Located in Miami, FL

A superb quality antique French mantel clock, circa 1875. This Boulle style clock is made with red tortoiseshell typical of the period, and brass inlays to the case front and sides f...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

French Mantel Clock In Bronze Decorated With Female Figure In Empire Style

$3,200

French Mantel Clock In Bronze Decorated With Female Figure In Empire Style

Located in Lejre, DK

French bronze mantel clock from the 1820s. Empire style with female figure, radiant crown and book. Elegant and well-preserved clock from Paris. — Origin: France, Paris — Period: 18...

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Antique 1820s French Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Neo-Egyptian Marble Clock Attributed to G. Servant, France, Circa 1870

$15,480

Neo-Egyptian Marble Clock Attributed to G. Servant, France, Circa 1870

By Georges Emile Henri Servant

Located in PARIS, FR

During the 1867 Universal Exhibition, one could admire the Stand realized by the French silversmith-jeweller Gustave Baugrand (1826-1870), where his works executed in most Fine mater...

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Antique 1870s French Egyptian Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Portico Clock – Black and White Marble, Gilt Bronze – Early 19th Century

$3,114

French Portico Clock – Black and White Marble, Gilt Bronze – Early 19th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

Refined French Empire-style portico clock, dating from the early 1800s, in black and white marble, richly adorned with finely chiseled gilt bronze. The enameled dial with Roman numer...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Fine Gilt-Bronze & Rouge Griotte Marble Table Clock - François Linke Index No 86

$6,750Sale Price|28% Off

Fine Gilt-Bronze & Rouge Griotte Marble Table Clock - François Linke Index No 86

By François Linke

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Fine French 19th Century 'Belle Époque' Gilt-Bronze and Rouge Griotte Marble Table Clock by François Linke (1855-1946) Index Number 86.

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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French Louis XVI Patinated Table Clock with a Figure of a Cupid

$2,408Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century French Louis XVI Patinated Table Clock with a Figure of a Cupid

Located in Sofia, BG

19th century French antique bronze desk or mantel clock dated circa 1870. The clock stands on curved base and features a carved sculpture of a seating cupid. The intricate clock mech...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

"The Source" Gilt bronze Clock attr. to L. Messagé & F.Linke, France, circa 1890

$14,333

"The Source" Gilt bronze Clock attr. to L. Messagé & F.Linke, France, circa 1890

By François Linke

Located in PARIS, FR

Charming clock in the shape of a Rocaille-inspired cartel in chiseled and gilded bronze.

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Antique 1890s French Rococo Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Antique 1897 American Waltham 14K Gold Seaside 7J 6s Pocket Watch & Chain

$3,000

Antique 1897 American Waltham 14K Gold Seaside 7J 6s Pocket Watch & Chain

By Waltham Watch Co

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 1897 Waltham hunting style gold pocket watch. Movement - American Waltham Watch Company - Safety Barrel - 8119314 - Grade Seaside - Model 1890 - 6s - 7 jewels. White face wi...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Carriage Clocks and Travel ...

Materials

Gold

19th Century Rare Griffin Garniture de Cheminée with Five-Light Candelabra, 20in

$13,760 / set

19th Century Rare Griffin Garniture de Cheminée with Five-Light Candelabra, 20in

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

The applied griffin mounts, selected ornamental elements and the surround of the clock dial retain a noticeably brighter gold tone, while the principal body of the clock and correspo...

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Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Empire bronze and marble watch holder - 19th century

$774Sale Price|25% Off

Antique French Empire bronze and marble watch holder - 19th century

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

Antique French Empire watch holder, early 19th century circa 1820. The watch holder allows conversion of an open faced pocket watch in to a desk clock or table clock. Beautiful, rare...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Siena Marble, Bronze

Fine and Early Bronze and Sienna Marble Horses, Mare Tending Her Foal circa 1820

$6,764

Fine and Early Bronze and Sienna Marble Horses, Mare Tending Her Foal circa 1820

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A beautiful, original and early clock depicting a mare tending her foal. Beautifully and delicately modelled in bronze, full of life and movement with a lovely antique patina. The cl...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Mantel Clocks

Materials

Siena Marble, Bronze

Antique Tiffany & Company Solid Gold Carriage Clock

$33,900

Antique Tiffany & Company Solid Gold Carriage Clock

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1910 Tiffany & Company Carriage Clock, measuring 4 inches in height, 2 1/4 inches wide and 1 1/2 inches deep, The clock is 20k Green Gold and is all hand chased and hand fabric...

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Vintage 1910s American Desk Accessories

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Peek A Boo Ladies Wristwatch with Opal and Diamonds

$5,595

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Peek A Boo Ladies Wristwatch with Opal and Diamonds

By Geneva Clock Co.

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique ladies 'Peek-a-Boo' wristwatch was made by the well known Geneva Watch Company of Switzerland and dates to approximately 1920. This elaborate and ornate watch case is co...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Metal, Gold

Large Antique Clock Gold Finish Galt Silverware Vintage Estate Decoration

$400Sale Price|20% Off

Large Antique Clock Gold Finish Galt Silverware Vintage Estate Decoration

By Galt & Bro. Jewelers

Located in Tysons, VA

Comes as shown in pictures and videos.

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Vintage 1940s American Desk Accessories

Materials

Brass

Antique Louis Philippe Wall Clock 8 Day Movement Tôle Enamel Bronze

$2,522

Antique Louis Philippe Wall Clock 8 Day Movement Tôle Enamel Bronze

Located in Munich, DE

Elegant octagonal wall clock with an eight day movement. The case of the clock is made out of painted metal. The dial is enameled and the clock has bronze fittings.

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Antique 1830s French Louis Philippe Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique TABLE LAMP Brass, Auguste Moreau Gilt Sculptural Three-Piece Clock Set

$4,919 / set

Antique TABLE LAMP Brass, Auguste Moreau Gilt Sculptural Three-Piece Clock Set

Located in Wembley, GB

Antique TABLE LAMP Brass, Large Decorative Lamp Figural Art Nouveau "Monumental Antique German Art Nouveau Auguste Moreau garniture clock set Large figural table lamp on a round base...

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Antique 1860s German Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Brass, Bronze, Sheet Metal, Metal

Antique Gilt-Bronze Clock and Barometer Set by Maison Mottheau et Fils

$24,596 / set

Antique Gilt-Bronze Clock and Barometer Set by Maison Mottheau et Fils

By Maison Mottheau et Fils

Located in London, GB

Antique gilt-bronze clock and barometer set by Maison Mottheau et Fils French, c. 1880 Height 85cm, width 45cm, depth 30cm This ornamental clock and barometer set were crafted by th...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Scientific Instruments

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

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Gold Antique Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic gold antique clock available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and ormolu, every gold antique clock was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the gold antique 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 gold antique clock, designed in the Rococo, Louis XVI or Neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A.D. Mougin, Vincenti et Cie and Samuel Marti each produced at least one beautiful gold antique clock that is worth considering.

How Much is a Gold Antique Clock?

Prices for a gold antique clock can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $250 and can go as high as $169,262, while the average can fetch as much as $4,145.

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 Gold Antique Clock

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 identify my antique clock?
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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.
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 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.
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.
Is antique gold real gold?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Antique gold is as real as contemporary gold. Pure gold is 24-karats, though few pieces of jewelry are actually made completely of 24-karat gold because it's extremely soft. 14-karat and 18-karat gold jewelry is usually mixed with alloy to make the piece a bit more durable.
Are old antique clocks worth anything?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.
Is antique gold finish real gold?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Whether or not an antique gold finish is real gold or not depends on the item in question. Often, things said to have an "antique gold finish" simply have a gold-toned finish. However, in some cases, the finish may be real gold plating. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of gold decorative objects and jewelry.
How can I tell if jewelry is antique gold?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
How can you tell if antique jewelry is real gold?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.