Vintage Longcase Clocks
1980s British Arts and Crafts Vintage Longcase Clocks
Oak
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Ceramic, Oak
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Brass, Steel
Late 20th Century Italian Louis XV Vintage Longcase Clocks
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Vintage Longcase Clocks
Walnut
1980s English George III Vintage Longcase Clocks
Gold Plate, Brass, Steel
1950s English Vintage Longcase Clocks
Walnut
1930s English Vintage Longcase Clocks
Pine
Late 20th Century Spanish Vintage Longcase Clocks
Pine
20th Century Vintage Longcase Clocks
Wood
1970s American Vintage Longcase Clocks
Brass
1980s Vintage Longcase Clocks
Multi-gemstone
1930s Vintage Longcase Clocks
Kingwood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Metal
1970s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Longcase Clocks
Resin, Wood
1930s Swedish Country Vintage Longcase Clocks
Wood
20th Century American Vintage Longcase Clocks
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Walnut
20th Century English Chinoiserie Vintage Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1980s Vintage Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1980s Sheraton Vintage Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Metal
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Longcase Clocks
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Vintage Longcase Clocks
Wood, Birch
1990s Italian Vintage Longcase Clocks
Softwood
20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Longcase Clocks
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Burl
20th Century North American Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Brass
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Brass
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Brass
1960s Dutch Neoclassical Revival Vintage Longcase Clocks
Burl
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Rosewood, Burl
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Rosewood, Burl
Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Wood
20th Century Vintage Longcase Clocks
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Metal, Chrome
1980s German Vintage Longcase Clocks
Hardwood
1980s Chippendale Vintage Longcase Clocks
Glass, Oak
20th Century North American Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Longcase Clocks
Iron
1980s Czech Industrial Vintage Longcase Clocks
Iron
1970s Vintage Longcase Clocks
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Chrome
Late 20th Century North American Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Chrome
1970s Italian Rococo Vintage Longcase Clocks
Glass, Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century Vintage Longcase Clocks
Brass
20th Century English Vintage Longcase Clocks
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Longcase Clocks
Iron
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Other
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Longcase Clocks
Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Longcase Clocks
Lucite, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Longcase Clocks
Iron
1970s Czech Industrial Vintage Longcase Clocks
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Longcase Clocks
Iron
1970s Czech Industrial Vintage Longcase Clocks
Iron
20th Century Vintage Longcase Clocks
Bronze
20th Century Swiss Black Forest Vintage Longcase Clocks
Wood
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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.
- How does a longcase clock work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A longcase clock works with the help of a pendulum, which is usually hidden away in the body of the clock. As the pendulum swings, it creates kinetic energy that then turns the gears to move the hands on the face. You'll find a variety of longcase clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage is a somewhat interpretable term for older clocks. If a clock is over 100 years old, it can officially be considered antique, but vintage is a bit more open of a term. Many collectors consider around 50 years old to be vintage, but a more open concept is that if the clock could not be reproduced today, it could be considered vintage. On 1stDibs, find an array of beautiful vintage and antique clocks.
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