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Grandfather Regulator Clock

George III Mahogany Regulator Clock
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A Regulator clock by William Chisholm, London. Baillie has no record of the maker but by the design
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Antique 1790s English George III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Mahogany

George III Mahogany Regulator Clock
George III Mahogany Regulator Clock
H 83 in W 19.5 in D 9 in
Louis XVI Style Grand Regulator Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
This monumental longcase regulator clock crafted in the resplendent Louis XVI style is both a
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Cl...

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Enamel

Louis XVI Style Grand Regulator Clock
Louis XVI Style Grand Regulator Clock
H 100 in W 18.75 in D 14.75 in
Breguet Month-Going Long Case Regulator Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
Completed on December 31st, 1931, this Breguet mahogany and brass floor month-going regulator clock
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20th Century Swiss Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

Breguet Month-Going Long Case Regulator Clock
Breguet Month-Going Long Case Regulator Clock
H 68.13 in W 19.13 in D 10.75 in
Mahogany Regulator Longcase Clock of Month Duration
Located in Norwich, GB
Regulator longcase clock of month duration Early Victorian mahogany regulator standing on a
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase C...

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Mahogany

Standing Clock Regulator Styl England 18th Century
Located in Warsaw, PL
-There are functions such as seconds, minutes, hours, and only the month - Music box with 8 tracks -Automatically turn on music at 7:00 and 19:00 every day - beat the flaps every ...
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Antique 18th Century French Other Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Wood

Month-Going Regulator Clock by Deshays à Paris
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Louis-Philippe-period month-going longcase regulator clock is an exceptional example of French
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Steel

19th Century Johann Wien 90 Day Regulator Clock
Located in Tarry Town, NY
standing regulator clock. The clock is in great antique condition. Original finish. Movement and dial
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Antique 1880s German Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

Regulator Clock by Jean-Aimé Jacob and Adam Weisweiler
Located in New Orleans, LA
This important regulator clock beautifully demonstrates the heights of precision clockmaking. While
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Cl...

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Ebony, Mahogany

18th Century Louis XV Mahogany Grandfather Clock signed Paulus Bramer 1750
By Paulus Bramer
Located in Roma, RM
A rare and Superb Grandfather clock - Netherlands, Amsterdam, signed PAULUS BRAMER (ca. 1730-1760
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Antique 1750s Dutch Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Mahogany

Napoleon III Pedestal Clock “Parquet Regulator” after Jean-Henri Riesener, 1734
Located in Berlin, DE
A Model of Jean Henri Riesener (Received Master in 1768) executed in 1785. (inv. OA 5501 In Louvre Museum). 19th Century. This fine and sumptuous “Regulateur de Pendule” presents a f...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Grandfather Clocks and Lon...

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Bronze

French 19th Century Regence Style Ormolu & Kingwood Grandfather Tall Case Clock
By Charles Cressent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
tulipwood floral marquetry long-case regulator, after a Model by Charles Cressent (French, 1685-1768). The
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Antique 19th Century French Regency Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Bronze

Art Deco 1930's Regulator
Located in Amersham, GB
A very fine regulator dating from 1936 in a restrained art deco style. The large precision 8 day
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Vintage 1930s Scottish Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass, Steel

Art Deco 1930's Regulator
Art Deco 1930's Regulator
H 77.96 in W 14.18 in D 10.24 in
Regulator by French Royal Exchange
By French Royal Exchange London
Located in Amersham, GB
A very fine regulator made by the firm of French Royal Exchange, the eight day movement with
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

Regulator by French Royal Exchange
Regulator by French Royal Exchange
H 79.14 in W 22.05 in D 13 in
Small Georgian Longcase Domestic Regulator by John Byard, London
Located in Norwich, GB
A very fine small Georgian longcase domestic regulator. Twelve inch silvered dial signed ‘John
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Antique 1790s English George III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock By John Ross, London
Located in Norwich, GB
Georgian longcase clock by John Ross, London Finely figured flame mahogany case with stepped
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Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Mahogany

Palatial & Rare Napoleon III French Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Clock, Detouche
By C. Detouche
Located in New York, NY
regulator clock of 185 cm height, dating from circa 1855-1860 and with a very similar pendulum to the
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

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Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Regency Year Calendar Mahogany Longcase Clock by John Miller of Bedford
Located in Devon, GB
A fine English Regency mahogany regulator longcase, the beautiful flame veneered case with shallow
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Antique Early 1800s English Regency Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Mahogany

19th Century Antique Regency Mahogany Longcase Clock by John Barwise of London
By John Barwise
Located in Devon, GB
A fine Regency longcase clock in the form of a domestic regulator in an architectural mahogany case
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Antique 1820s British Regency Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Mahogany

French 19th-20th Century Régence Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Longcase Clock
By Julien Le Roy, Charles Cressent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French 19th-20th century Régence style gilt bronze mounted tulipwood parquetry regulator
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Antique Early 1900s French Régence Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Enamel, Bronze, Ormolu

20th Century Louis XVI Style Museum Pedestal Clock after Jean-Henri Riesener
By Jean-Henri Riesener
Located in Berlin, DE
magnificent gilt décor of three winged children playing with garlands on clouds. The regulator is enriched
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20th Century Louis XVI Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Plum-Mahogany Ormolu Mounted Tall Case Clock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Regulator attributed to Revollon. The Roman numeral dial signed: Revollon - M. Lion, with hands ending in
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Cl...

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Ormolu

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By George Romney
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Located in Rockaway, NJ
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Located in London, GB
Six-piece English silver tea and coffee service English, circa 1850-1863 Tray: Height 6cm, width 58cm, depth 58cm Kettle on stand: Height 43cm, width 29cm, depth 23cm Weight: 7,1...
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English Chippendale Mahogany Tall Case Clock, Circa 1780
Located in Hollywood, SC
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English Mahogany Tall Case Clock Signed by Maker M. Richardson, London, C. 1790
Located in Hollywood, SC
English Mahogany tall case clock with brass finials, arched bonnet with brass fluted columns, gilt ormolu and chased polished steel face, flanking reeded quarter columns, and termina...
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1972, Prefab Nova House by Studio Rochel
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in Perpignan, FR
Designed in 1972 by architects Michel Hudrisier and M. Roma for Studio Rochel, the Nova House came to fulfill the fantasy of those dreaming of living in space. While that type of arc...
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Located in Chesterfield, GB
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Located in Keyston, GB
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By Hurt & Wray
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By Bartholomew Devis
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By Samuel Brown
Located in Braine-le-Chateau, BE
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By Aime Jacob 1
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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Located in London, Middlesex
system and pendulum with nine rod grid iron temperature compensation. The clock is one month duration
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Grandfather Regulator Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic grandfather regulator clock available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and metal, every grandfather regulator clock was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a grandfather regulator clock — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right grandfather regulator clock, those designed in Georgian, Louis XVI and Regency styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made grandfather regulator clock over the years, but those crafted by C. Detouche, French Royal Exchange London and John Barwise are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Grandfather Regulator Clock?

Prices for a grandfather regulator clock start at $11,415 and top out at $2,500,000 with the average selling for $30,393.

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 Grandfather Regulator Clock
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A regulator clock is a generic term used for a wall-mounted clock that is weight-driven by a pendulum. On 1stDibs, you can find a great collection of vintage and modern clocks to choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A crystal regulator clock is a weight-driven clock regulated by a swinging pendulum with glass on all four sides (all the glass is beveled). The pendulum in such clocks is the regulator which contains two glass vials with mercury. Find a range of antique crystal regulator clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A Vienna Regulator clock is a weight-driven clock. Although certain spring-driven clocks are sometimes referred to as Vienna Regulators, true Vienna Regulators are weight-driven clocks. The Vienna Regulator clock is an excellent addition to any home. Find a collection of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    First arriving on the scene in England in 1720, regulator clocks, when properly adjusted, were accurate to within 10 seconds per month. They were powered by a weighted and geared mechanism. On 1stDibs, you can find a selection of regulator clocks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A regulator wall clock is a wall-mounted clock invented in the late 18th century. These types of clocks are weight-driven, regulated by a swinging pendulum.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A regulator is a clock powered by a weighted and geared mechanism. First developed in the 18th century, regulators were a great leap beyond previous clock designs and offered far better accuracy. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique regulator clocks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 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 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 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 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
    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
    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 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 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 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 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.

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