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 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.

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.

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.

R A Clock Antique

Early 20th Century Foo Dogs

Frosted Glass Bird

Clock Garniture Set

Enamel Clock Face

French 19th century Porcelain and Ormolu garniture set, stamped S.F.R.A.

$22,800 / set

H 16 in W 12.25 in D 6 in

French 19th century Porcelain and Ormolu garniture set, stamped S.F.R.A.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

garniture set, stamped S.F.R.A. This stunning three piece garniture set consist of a central clock and two

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19th Century French R A Clock Antique

Materials

Ormolu

Fine English Renaissance Revival Mahogany Chiming Tall Case Clock. Circa 1890, R

$12,000

H 98.01 in W 24.51 in D 18.01 in

Fine English Renaissance Revival Mahogany Chiming Tall Case Clock. Circa 1890, R

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Fine English Renaissance Revival Mahogany Chiming Tall Case Clock. Circa 1890, Russells Ltd. The

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19th Century R A Clock Antique

Materials

Wood

René Lalique, Table Clock "Les Inséparables", France 1926

$5,778

H 4.34 in W 4.34 in D 1.78 in

René Lalique, Table Clock "Les Inséparables", France 1926

By René Lalique

Located in PARIS, FR

surrounded by intertwining vines framing a clock. Signed R. Lalique France. Very good condition. The clock

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1920s French Art Deco R A Clock Antique

Materials

Glass

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A. R. Guilmet Mystery Clock

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H 24.5 in W 10.5 in D 8.75 in

A. R. Guilmet Mystery Clock

By Andre Romain Guilmet

Located in New Orleans, LA

This stunning French mystery clock by A.R. Guilmet is a delight to behold, combining captivating

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19th Century French Other R A Clock Antique

Materials

Slate, Bronze

Early 20th Century German Clock in the Form of a Pocket Watch, Marked D.R.G.M

Sold

H 8.5 in Dm 5.5 in

Early 20th Century German Clock in the Form of a Pocket Watch, Marked D.R.G.M

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 20th century German clock in the form of a pocket watch D.R.G.M Here we have a German

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Early 20th Century German Georgian R A Clock Antique

Materials

Steel

A.R. Lalique, ATO Clock

Sold

H 6 in W 8.5 in

A.R. Lalique, ATO Clock

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare A.R. Lalique Frosted Glass Clock with ATO Movement Half Round with Bird Relief 8

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Early 20th Century French R A Clock Antique

A.R. Lalique “6 Hirondelles” Clock

Sold

H 5.75 in W 5 in

A.R. Lalique “6 Hirondelles” Clock

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare A.R. Lalique Frosted Glass Clock “6 Hirondelles” Birds Perched on Limbs Swiss

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Early 20th Century French R A Clock Antique

Materials

Glass

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19th Century Mahogany Wood Long Case Clock

$6,895

H 88 in W 18 in D 9 in

19th Century Mahogany Wood Long Case Clock

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Mid-19th century William Fullerton mahogany wood case long case clock. The case clock is in good antique condition with visible wear appropriate consistent with age / use. The clock ...

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Mid-19th Century R A Clock Antique

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century French Comtoise or Morbier Grandfather Clock

$3,500

H 90.5 in W 21 in D 9 in

19th Century French Comtoise or Morbier Grandfather Clock

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th century Country French comtoise, or grandfather clock, with polychrome painted pine case and embossed brass pendulum. Seven day Morbier movement, professionally cleaned and in...

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19th Century French French Provincial R A Clock Antique

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Mahogany 8 Day Painted Face Longcase Clock

$6,689

H 96.86 in W 25.2 in D 11.03 in

Antique Mahogany 8 Day Painted Face Longcase Clock

Located in Suffolk, GB

Outstanding antique mahogany 8 day painted face longcase clock signed Johnson Knaresboro with a swan-neck pediment with original brass finials. This a stunning piece, very decorative...

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1850s English Victorian R A Clock Antique

Materials

Brass

Antique 8 Day Tall Case Grandfather Clock Automaton Andrew Rich Bridgewater 1820

$3,995

H 92 in W 20 in D 10.5 in

Antique 8 Day Tall Case Grandfather Clock Automaton Andrew Rich Bridgewater 1820

Located in Portland, OR

A fine antique Georgian Regency period tall case 8 day inlaid mahogany grandfather clock with a rocking figure of Old Father Time, by Andrew Rich of Bridgwater Somerset, circa 1820. ...

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1820s English Georgian R A Clock Antique

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Art Deco Oak and Mahogany Longcase Clock by Enfield

$6,143

H 75 in W 22 in D 13.5 in

Art Deco Oak and Mahogany Longcase Clock by Enfield

By Enfield Clock Company 1

Located in Norwich, GB

Art Deco oak cased longcase clock with arched top and mahogany moulding, serpentine shaped base standing on block feet and with glazed trunk door. Silvered dial with Arabic numerals...

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1920s English Art Deco R A Clock Antique

Materials

Oak

Antique George III Quality Mahogany 8 Day Longcase Clock

$8,018

H 88.59 in W 20.87 in D 9.45 in

Antique George III Quality Mahogany 8 Day Longcase Clock

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique George III quality mahogany 8 day longcase clock having a quality mahogany case with a swan neck pediment, turned columns, mahogany and glass arched shaped door opening to re...

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Early 19th Century English George III R A Clock Antique

Materials

Other

Antique Georgian Long Case Grandfather Clock Higgs & Evans London Spanish Market

$22,000

H 104.5 in W 21.5 in D 10.25 in

Antique Georgian Long Case Grandfather Clock Higgs & Evans London Spanish Market

By Robert and Peter Higgs of London

Located in Portland, OR

A fabulous investment quality antique George III Flame mahogany & gilt bronze eight day movement tall case grandfather clock, by Robert & Peter Higgs & David Evans, made for the Span...

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1770s English George III R A Clock Antique

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Ormolu

18th Century Antique Walnut Longcase Clock by James Blackborow of London

$22,616

H 106 in W 19.75 in D 10 in

18th Century Antique Walnut Longcase Clock by James Blackborow of London

By James Blackborow

Located in Devon, GB

An antique George II period patinated, walnut longcase clock by James Blackborow of London. This finely figured veneered clock with elegant proportions has an elegant ogee-shaped swe...

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Mid-18th Century English George II R A Clock Antique

Materials

Walnut

Early 1900s Carved Walnut Durfee Case Elliot Movement 5 Tube Grandfather Clock

$12,500

H 103 in W 31 in D 20 in

Early 1900s Carved Walnut Durfee Case Elliot Movement 5 Tube Grandfather Clock

By Walter Durfee

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exquisite early 1900s grandfather clock is a fine example of American craftsmanship, featuring a richly carved walnut Durfee case paired with an exceptional Elliot 5-tube chimin...

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Early 1900s American Federal R A Clock Antique

Materials

Walnut

18th Century 8 Day Mahogany Long Case Clock, by B. Francis of Gravesend

$13,378

H 85 in W 19 in D 9.5 in

18th Century 8 Day Mahogany Long Case Clock, by B. Francis of Gravesend

Located in London, GB

A late 18th century mahogany long case clock, by B. Francis of Gravesend, having arched top with brass finials and fluted columns, enclosing eight-day striking movement with silvered...

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Late 18th Century English George III R A Clock Antique

Materials

Brass

Large and Hand Carved Gothic Revival with Carillon Sound Wall Clock, ca 1900

$8,776

H 41.5 in W 13.3 in D 7.9 in

Large and Hand Carved Gothic Revival with Carillon Sound Wall Clock, ca 1900

Located in Lisse, NL

Stunning clock for the collectors of rare and truly stylish Gothic antiques. Gothic wall clocks are a rare find and this more than three feet tall specimen probably is the best an...

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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival R A Clock Antique

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Wrought Iron

19th Century English Chippendale Long Case Grandfather Clock

$9,240

H 83 in W 17 in D 11 in

19th Century English Chippendale Long Case Grandfather Clock

Located in Dallas, TX

Very fine 19th century English Chippendale long case grandfather clock by Baxondale and Company, Manchester. Exceptional carving and beautiful designs on the clock face. A true work ...

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19th Century English Chippendale R A Clock Antique

Materials

Metal

Unique Hand Carved Black Forest Tree Trunk Grandfather or Longcase Clock w. Bear

$10,485

H 78.7 in W 27.2 in D 10.7 in

Unique Hand Carved Black Forest Tree Trunk Grandfather or Longcase Clock w. Bear

Located in Lisse, NL

Stunning clock for the collectors of very rare and truly stylish Black Forest antiques. Tree trunk design longcase or grandfather clocks are a rare find and this 6.5 feet tall speci...

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Early 20th Century European Black Forest R A Clock Antique

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pennsylvania Cherry Tall Case Clock, Jedediah Weiss, Bethlehem

$13,500

H 103 in W 23 in D 12 in

Pennsylvania Cherry Tall Case Clock, Jedediah Weiss, Bethlehem

Located in Milford, NH

An exceptional Federal cherry tall case clock with a brass eight day works signed Jedediah Weiss Bethlehem, with beautiful inlay including a contrasting fan carving above the waist d...

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Early 19th Century American Federal R A Clock Antique

Materials

Cherry, Maple, Satinwood

Early 20th Century carved mahogany long case clock by Maples & Co of London

$20,286Sale Price|20% Off

H 106 in W 25 in D 15 in

Early 20th Century carved mahogany long case clock by Maples & Co of London

Located in Martlesham, GB

A magnificent and excellent quality early 20th Century mahogany long case clock by Maples & co of London, having a fabulous carved mahogany case incorporating various carved shell, l...

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1910s British Edwardian R A Clock Antique

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco 1930's Regulator

$23,890

H 77.96 in W 14.18 in D 10.24 in

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 movement with Harrison’s maintaining power, and a dead beat escapement with six bar w...

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1930s Scottish Art Deco R A Clock Antique

Materials

Brass, Steel

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R A Clock Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal r a clock antique for your home. Frequently made of metal, wood and bronze, every r a clock antique was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer r a clock antique, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right r a clock antique, those designed in Louis XVI, Empire and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made r a clock antique over the years, but those crafted by Japy Frères, Samuel Marti and Vincenti et Cie are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a R A Clock Antique?

A r a clock antique can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,960, while the lowest priced sells for $10 and the highest can go for as much as $745,000.

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.