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English Porphyry Clock by Ellicott
English Porphyry Clock by Ellicott

English Porphyry Clock by Ellicott

By John Ellicott II

Located in New Orleans, LA

A case of exquisite porphyry and doré bronze houses the verge movement of this rare clock by

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19th Century English George III Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Porphyry, Bronze

Rare 1870s E. Howard Marble Train Station Bank Municipal Clock Vintage Antique
Rare 1870s E. Howard Marble Train Station Bank Municipal Clock Vintage Antique

Rare 1870s E. Howard Marble Train Station Bank Municipal Clock Vintage Antique

By E. Howard & Co.

Located in Hyattsville, MD

This is a very rare clock with the original movement still inside. However, this clock is NOT

Category

1870s North American Victorian Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Carrara Marble

French Empire Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock
French Empire Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock

French Empire Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Antique French Charles X period "Au bon Sauvage" mantel clock. Very rare, this is not a model we

Category

1820s Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century French Antique Round Wooden Clock - Napoleon III Large Wall Décor
19th Century French Antique Round Wooden Clock - Napoleon III Large Wall Décor

19th Century French Antique Round Wooden Clock - Napoleon III Large Wall Décor

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, making it a decorative piece with both visual drama and historic charm. This rare clock face would have

Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Metal

Rare Art Deco / Bauhaus Bronze Table or Mantel Clock by Lenzkirch / C.Kühling
Rare Art Deco / Bauhaus Bronze Table or Mantel Clock by Lenzkirch / C.Kühling

Rare Art Deco / Bauhaus Bronze Table or Mantel Clock by Lenzkirch / C.Kühling

By Lenzkirch

Located in Lisse, NL

Bronze table clock from the transitional period between Art Nouveau and Art Deco. This rare bronze

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Arts and Crafts Cast Iron and Copper Mantel Clock
Arts and Crafts Cast Iron and Copper Mantel Clock

Arts and Crafts Cast Iron and Copper Mantel Clock

By Lenzkirch

Located in Norwich, GB

Arts and Crafts Cast Iron and Copper Mantel Clock A rare and unusual Arts and crafts mantle clock

Category

Early 1900s German Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Iron

Rare Louis XVI Period with Marble Mantel Clock
Rare Louis XVI Period with Marble Mantel Clock

Rare Louis XVI Period with Marble Mantel Clock

Located in Montreal, QC

Rare Louis XVI period white marble mantel clock extensively decorated with very fine gilt bronze

Category

18th Century and Earlier European Louis XVI Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Rare Louis XVI Period Enamel and Gilt Bronze Clock
Rare Louis XVI Period Enamel and Gilt Bronze Clock

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.

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

A Rare Ebonised Table Clock 18th Century
A Rare Ebonised Table Clock 18th Century

A Rare Ebonised Table Clock 18th Century

By John Russell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A RARE EBONISED TABLE CLOCK WITH PIVOTTED DE BETHUNE TYPE ESCAPEMENT John Russell, Falkirk The bell

Category

Late 18th Century Scottish George III Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass

Rare 19th Century Sevres Style Clock Set
Rare 19th Century Sevres Style Clock Set

Rare 19th Century Sevres Style Clock Set

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very fine quality French late 19th century Sevres style and gilded ormolu clock garniture. Having

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

French, rare Champleve enamel and ormolu mantel clock
French, rare Champleve enamel and ormolu mantel clock

French, rare Champleve enamel and ormolu mantel clock

Located in London, GB

French antique, rare Champleve enamel and ormolu mantel clock. A very rare model with two good

Category

1890s French Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Rare Louis XV Style "Elephant" Bronze Mantel Clock
Rare Louis XV Style "Elephant" Bronze Mantel Clock

Rare Louis XV Style "Elephant" Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in Montreal, QC

Rare Louis XV style gilt and patinated bronze "Pendule à l'éléphant" mantel clock , the enamel dial

Category

1880s French Louis XV Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Rare Skyscraper Rouge Marble Art Deco Mantel Clock
Rare Skyscraper Rouge Marble Art Deco Mantel Clock

Rare Skyscraper Rouge Marble Art Deco Mantel Clock

By Bonnet and Pottier

Located in Norwich, GB

A rare skyscraper rouge marble Art Deco mantel clock. A rare and unusual Art Deco Skyscraper

Category

1920s French Art Deco Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Marble

An Extremely Rare Ships Wheel Pendulum Four Glass Clock
An Extremely Rare Ships Wheel Pendulum Four Glass Clock

An Extremely Rare Ships Wheel Pendulum Four Glass Clock

By Samuel Marti

Located in Amersham, GB

This Fine french four glass mantel clock has a beautifully gilded case with thick bevelled glass

Category

1870s French Victorian Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Steel, Ormolu

Rare Neoclassical Style French Giltwood Clock and Barometer Set
Rare Neoclassical Style French Giltwood Clock and Barometer Set

Rare Neoclassical Style French Giltwood Clock and Barometer Set

Located in London, GB

Rare neoclassical style French giltwood clock and barometer set French, 19th century Measures

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Enamel

Rare 18th Century English Clock
Rare 18th Century English Clock

Rare 18th Century English Clock

Located in Madrid, ES

Rare 18th century English clock Marquetry Weight: 9.20 kg England Sizes: H 62cm L 31cm

Category

18th Century English British Colonial Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

The 10.5ft 18th Century George I Bur/Burl Walnut Month Longcase Clock by
The 10.5ft 18th Century George I Bur/Burl Walnut Month Longcase Clock by

The 10.5ft 18th Century George I Bur/Burl Walnut Month Longcase Clock by

By James Markwick

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

noted that this is an extremely important and rare clock with superb colour and patination.

Category

18th Century English George I Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass, Steel

A Very Rare Large 19th Century Bronze French Garniture Clock Set
A Very Rare Large 19th Century Bronze French Garniture Clock Set

A Very Rare Large 19th Century Bronze French Garniture Clock Set

Located in Dublin, IE

A very rare 19th Century French well cast bronze clock garniture set of grand proportions

Category

19th Century French Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Rare Orientalist Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Denière et Fils
Rare Orientalist Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Denière et Fils

Rare Orientalist Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Denière et Fils

By Jean-François Denière

Located in London, GB

Rare orientalist gilt bronze mantel clock by Denière et Fils French, circa 1830 Measures: Height

Category

Early 19th Century French Charles X Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Rare Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Amethyst Rotary Clock
Rare Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Amethyst Rotary Clock

Rare Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Amethyst Rotary Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A superb and rare Louis XVI style gilt bronze mounted amethyst rotary clock French, circa 1885, in

Category

1880s Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Amethyst

An Extremely Fine and Rare 19th Century Ormolu Cartel Clock
An Extremely Fine and Rare 19th Century Ormolu Cartel Clock

An Extremely Fine and Rare 19th Century Ormolu Cartel Clock

By Samuel Marti

Located in Amersham, GB

An exquisite Louis XV style gilt and patinated bronze cartel clock. The eight-day two train bell

Category

1890s French Louis XV Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Rare Gilt-bronze French Empire Charles X Sunflower Mantel Clock
Rare Gilt-bronze French Empire Charles X Sunflower Mantel Clock

Rare Gilt-bronze French Empire Charles X Sunflower Mantel Clock

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

motif used in decorative arts since the time of Revolution. Clocks with butterfly decorations suggest

Category

Early 19th Century French Empire Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Rare Vienna Porcelain Boudoir Clock
Rare Vienna Porcelain Boudoir Clock

Rare Vienna Porcelain Boudoir Clock

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A beautiful Royal Vienna type porcelain boudoir clock featuring a classical maiden seated on a rock

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Porcelain

Rare Late 18th Century Neoclassical Louis XVI Ormolu Mantel Clock
Rare Late 18th Century Neoclassical Louis XVI Ormolu Mantel Clock

Rare Late 18th Century Neoclassical Louis XVI Ormolu Mantel Clock

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

containing female classical masks. The clock rests on six circular gadrooned feet decorated with acanthus

Category

Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Enamel

Rare Model Empire Clock Depicting Faustulus Discovering Romolus and Remus
Rare Model Empire Clock Depicting Faustulus Discovering Romolus and Remus

Rare Model Empire Clock Depicting Faustulus Discovering Romolus and Remus

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

The highest quality late French Empire/Charles X mantle clock in terms of bronze casting, chasing

Category

Early 19th Century French Empire Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze

Very rare vienna secession floor clock
Very rare vienna secession floor clock

Very rare vienna secession floor clock

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

The clock stands tall within a mahogany cabinet, giving it a stately and refined appearance. The

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass

Rare Eugene Bagues Dark and Bright Bronze French Cartel Clock with Putti
Rare Eugene Bagues Dark and Bright Bronze French Cartel Clock with Putti

Rare Eugene Bagues Dark and Bright Bronze French Cartel Clock with Putti

By Maison Baguès

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exceptional 1920s French bronze cartel clock by Eugène Baguès is a masterful expression of

Category

1880s French Belle Époque Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Mora Clock 100% Original Paint RARE
Mora Clock 100% Original Paint RARE

Mora Clock 100% Original Paint RARE

Located in Hollywood, FL

This is a very RARE 100% Original painted Swedish Mora clock. New battery works and reproduction

Category

1830s Swedish Country Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Pine

Bronze Sconce Wall or Cartel Clock. Lerolle Freres, Paris, Rare, Unusual
Bronze Sconce Wall or Cartel Clock. Lerolle Freres, Paris, Rare, Unusual

Bronze Sconce Wall or Cartel Clock. Lerolle Freres, Paris, Rare, Unusual

By Lerolle Freres

Located in Manhasset, NY

Rare Bronze Cartel Clock Wall Sconce, Lerolle Freres, Paris A large and impressive French Cartel

Category

Early 1900s French Louis XV Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Rare & Important Spanish Damascene, Iron, Steel, Gold Inlaid Clock, Eibar, Spain
Rare & Important Spanish Damascene, Iron, Steel, Gold Inlaid Clock, Eibar, Spain

Rare & Important Spanish Damascene, Iron, Steel, Gold Inlaid Clock, Eibar, Spain

By Plácido Zuloaga 1

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A highly rare and important Spanish damascene, "Egyptian Revival" iron, steel, gold, and silver

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Egyptian Revival Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Steel, Iron

Rare George III Thomas Ross Hull Mantle Clock With Wood Wall Bracket
Rare George III Thomas Ross Hull Mantle Clock With Wood Wall Bracket

Rare George III Thomas Ross Hull Mantle Clock With Wood Wall Bracket

Located in Bridgeport, CT

George III style bracket clock signed "Thomas Rofs Hull," it's highly probable referring to the

Category

Early 19th Century George III Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare French Empire Clock in Gilt and Patinated Bronze Signed Lepaute
Rare French Empire Clock in Gilt and Patinated Bronze Signed Lepaute

Rare French Empire Clock in Gilt and Patinated Bronze Signed Lepaute

By Jean-André Lepaute 1

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

An extremely rare and important French Empire mantle clock signed by the master clock making

Category

Early 19th Century French Empire Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Rare Art Deco Mantel Clock with Polar Bear & Penguin Sculptures By Fournier
Rare Art Deco Mantel Clock with Polar Bear & Penguin Sculptures By Fournier

Rare Art Deco Mantel Clock with Polar Bear & Penguin Sculptures By Fournier

Located in Lisse, NL

Large, rare and perfectly running Art Deco clock with polar theme. If you are looking for a rare

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Metal, Brass

Very Fine and Rare Onyx, Porcelain, Cloisonné Enamel and Ormolu Mantel Clock
Very Fine and Rare Onyx, Porcelain, Cloisonné Enamel and Ormolu Mantel Clock

Very Fine and Rare Onyx, Porcelain, Cloisonné Enamel and Ormolu Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Very fine and rare green onyx, porcelain, cloisonné enamel and ormolu mantel clock French, Late

Category

Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Enamel, Ormolu

A Very Large Rare Meissen Porcelain 3 Piece Clock & Candelabra Garniture Set
A Very Large Rare Meissen Porcelain 3 Piece Clock & Candelabra Garniture Set

A Very Large Rare Meissen Porcelain 3 Piece Clock & Candelabra Garniture Set

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in New York, NY

A Very Large and Rare German Ormolu Mounted Meissen Porcelain Three Piece Clock & Candelabra

Category

1760s German Louis XVI Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Eureka Clock Company, London. Dial Clock
Eureka Clock Company, London. Dial Clock

Eureka Clock Company, London. Dial Clock

Located in Amersham, GB

of the rarer designs as they mostly concentrated on mantel clocks. The Eureka clock was invented

Category

1910s English Edwardian Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass, Copper, Steel

Lewis Foreman Day. A rare Aesthetic Movement mantel clock with floral decoration
Lewis Foreman Day. A rare Aesthetic Movement mantel clock with floral decoration

Lewis Foreman Day. A rare Aesthetic Movement mantel clock with floral decoration

By Lewis Foreman Day, Howell James & Co.

Located in London, GB

Lewis Foreman Day for Howell James & Co. An Aesthetic Movement mantel clock with hand painted

Category

1880s English Aesthetic Movement Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Rare French Mantel Clock by F. Barbedienne with Bronze Figures
19th Century Rare French Mantel Clock by F. Barbedienne with Bronze Figures

19th Century Rare French Mantel Clock by F. Barbedienne with Bronze Figures

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in Sofia, BG

French mantel clock by Ferdinand Barbedienne consisting of a terminal clock in the form of a fluted

Category

Mid-19th Century French Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

A Rare Bourdon and Richards Clock Barometer
A Rare Bourdon and Richards Clock Barometer

A Rare Bourdon and Richards Clock Barometer

Located in Amersham, GB

A very rare 19th century drum cased clock barometer, by Bourdon and Richards, Paris. This clocks

Category

1850s French Victorian Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Steel

Mora Clock Swedish 100% Original Paint RARE
Mora Clock Swedish 100% Original Paint RARE

Mora Clock Swedish 100% Original Paint RARE

Located in Hollywood, FL

This is an Incredibly RARE 100% Original Painted Swedish Mora Clock.

Category

1810s Swedish Country Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Pine

C. F. A. Voysey (1857–1941). A rare Arts and Crafts oak mantel clock
C. F. A. Voysey (1857–1941). A rare Arts and Crafts oak mantel clock

C. F. A. Voysey (1857–1941). A rare Arts and Crafts oak mantel clock

Located in London, GB

C. F. A. Voysey (1857-1941). A rare Arts and Crafts oak mantel clock, the dial inlaid with pewter

Category

19th Century British Arts and Crafts Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Oak

SUPERB & IMPORTANT Rare L&JG Stickley Mantle Clock Circa 1907  SALE  25% OFF
SUPERB & IMPORTANT Rare L&JG Stickley Mantle Clock Circa 1907  SALE  25% OFF

SUPERB & IMPORTANT Rare L&JG Stickley Mantle Clock Circa 1907 SALE 25% OFF

By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

This is a SUPERB L&JG Stickley Antique Period Mantle Clock circa 1907. It is in excellent working

Category

1830s American Mission Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Oak

Mora Clock Swedish 100% Original Paint RARE
Mora Clock Swedish 100% Original Paint RARE

Mora Clock Swedish 100% Original Paint RARE

Located in Hollywood, FL

Th9s is a VERY Rare 100% Original painted Swedish Mora Clock. The style of paint comes from a

Category

Early 1800s Swedish Country Rare Antique Clocks

Materials

Pine

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Rare Antique Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of rare antique clocks for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique rare antique clocks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and wood. There are all kinds of rare antique clocks available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Rare antique clocks made by Louis XVI designers — as well as those associated with Empire — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many rare antique clocks are appealing in their simplicity, but Dent, Edward F. Caldwell & Co. and Ferdinand Berthoud produced popular rare antique clocks that are worth a look.

How Much are Rare Antique Clocks?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $8,847, while they’re typically $395 on the low end and $250,000 highest priced.

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 Rare Antique Clocks
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.