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Antique Rosewood New Haven Clock Co. Mantle Clock
Antique Rosewood New Haven Clock Co. Mantle Clock

Antique Rosewood New Haven Clock Co. Mantle Clock

By New Haven Clock Company

Located in Pasadena, TX

The case is done in Rosewood with white border to display a beautiful look, the glass has reverse painted design and geometrical design.

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20th Century American American Classical Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Brass

1982 Howard Miller Limited Edition Mahogany Hourglass II Mantle Clock
1982 Howard Miller Limited Edition Mahogany Hourglass II Mantle Clock

1982 Howard Miller Limited Edition Mahogany Hourglass II Mantle Clock

By Howard Miller

Located in Germantown, MD

For your consideration is this 1982 Howard Miller Limited Edition Mahogany Hourglass II wall Mantle Clock. Hour glass II has a secret link with the future. One which will not only pr...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Brass, Other, Iron

1980s Postmodern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts
1980s Postmodern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts

1980s Postmodern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts

By Empire Art Products Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A vintage 1980s postmodern textured mantle clock by Empire Art Products in various shades of spelled gray. In very good vintage condition and works well. Measures: 9.5" x 5" x 14.5".

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Glass, Wood

Arts and Crafts Mahogany Mantle Clock with Floral Inlay by Liberty & Co.
Arts and Crafts Mahogany Mantle Clock with Floral Inlay by Liberty & Co.

Arts and Crafts Mahogany Mantle Clock with Floral Inlay by Liberty & Co.

Located in London, GB

Liberty & Co., London. An Arts and Crafts mahogany mantle clock with stylised floral inlay to the front panel. The case has a gently domed top and sweeping architectural form, design...

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20th Century British Arts and Crafts Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Mantle Clock
Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Mantle Clock

Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Mantle Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This whimsical vintage mantle clock is a stunning example of coastal artisanal craft, blending a relaxed bohemian aesthetic with timeless seaside elegance. The entire frame is meticu...

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Late 20th Century American Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Metal

Vintage Comitti of London Floral Mantle Clock
Vintage Comitti of London Floral Mantle Clock

Vintage Comitti of London Floral Mantle Clock

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exceptional mantel clock by the renowned Comitti of London is a masterful celebration of traditional English horology and Chinoiserie elegance. The bracket-style case is finishe...

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Late 20th Century British Chinoiserie Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Brass

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New Haven Clock Co. Mantle Clock
New Haven Clock Co. Mantle Clock

New Haven Clock Co. Mantle Clock

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H 16.38 in W 10.57 in D 4.25 in

New Haven Clock Co. Mantle Clock

By New Haven Clock Company

Located in Cookeville, TN

Mantle clock by New Haven Clock Co. Simple lines make this clock so easy to see. Starting on a rectangular base it rises very squarely. At the top there are angles to make an arch. T...

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20th Century American American Craftsman Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Modern Lucite Mantle Clock
Modern Lucite Mantle Clock

Modern Lucite Mantle Clock

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H 19 in W 10 in D 5 in

Modern Lucite Mantle Clock

Located in Cathedral City, CA

Mid-century lucite mantle clock. Black dial with white hands, jewel cuts from 2" thick lucite material identify this piece as simple and elegant.

AAA battery operated.

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1970s American Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Lucite

Brass Mantle Clock by Curtis Jere
Brass Mantle Clock by Curtis Jere

Brass Mantle Clock by Curtis Jere

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H 11.5 in W 16 in D 7 in

Brass Mantle Clock by Curtis Jere

Located in New York, NY

Brass Mantle Clock, signed C Jere '77

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20th Century American Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Brass

Thomas Moser Cherry Wood Mantle Clock
Thomas Moser Cherry Wood Mantle Clock

Thomas Moser Cherry Wood Mantle Clock

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H 23 in W 11 in D 4 in

Thomas Moser Cherry Wood Mantle Clock

By Thomas Moser

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Thomas Moser Cherry Wood mantle Clock. In original working condition! Nice wood! Signed and dated on backside. This model is no longer in production.

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1990s American American Craftsman Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Cherry

Brutalist Forged Iron Mantle Clock
Brutalist Forged Iron Mantle Clock

Brutalist Forged Iron Mantle Clock

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H 6.75 in W 9.25 in D 2.25 in

Brutalist Forged Iron Mantle Clock

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A heavy forged iron clock with copper face and brass numeral indicators. Circular center "floats" within the crescent shaped frame, with one weld at the bottom rear. Standard battery...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron

Midcentury Silver Plated Sunburst Mantle Clock
Midcentury Silver Plated Sunburst Mantle Clock

Midcentury Silver Plated Sunburst Mantle Clock

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H 21.5 in W 20.75 in L 21.5 in

Midcentury Silver Plated Sunburst Mantle Clock

Located in San Diego, CA

Striking midcentury silver plated sunburst mantel (fireplace) clock on a black marble base (4" x 9"), circa 1960s. The piece is made of machine milled stainless steel with a silver p...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

Art Deco  Machine Age Mantle Clock by Manning Bowman
Art Deco  Machine Age Mantle Clock by Manning Bowman

Art Deco Machine Age Mantle Clock by Manning Bowman

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H 8.75 in W 11.25 in D 4.75 in

Art Deco Machine Age Mantle Clock by Manning Bowman

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous Black lacquer clock features original gilt and black numerical face with stylized Art Deco numbers. The face of the clock is concentric Skyscraper style rings on a lyr...

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20th Century American Art Deco Vintage United Mantle Clock

1980s Post Modern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts
1980s Post Modern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts

1980s Post Modern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts

By Empire Art Products Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A vintage 1980s postmodern textured mantle clock by Empire Art Products in various shades of spelled gray with brass hands. In very good vintage condition and works well. Measures...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Glass, Wood

"Art Deco" Pattern Enameled and Bronze Mantle Clock by, Tiffany Studios
"Art Deco" Pattern Enameled and Bronze Mantle Clock by, Tiffany Studios

"Art Deco" Pattern Enameled and Bronze Mantle Clock by, Tiffany Studios

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Englewood, NJ

An exceptionally rare enameled and bronze mantle clock by, Tiffany Furnaces for Tiffany Studios decorated in the "Art Deco" pattern with red enameled decoration on the base, numbers ...

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20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Bronze

1980s Postmodern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts
1980s Postmodern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts

1980s Postmodern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts

By Empire Art Products Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A vintage 1980s postmodern textured mantle clock by Empire Art Products in various shades of spelled gray. In very good vintage condition and works well. Measures: 9.5" x 5" x 14.5".

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Glass, Wood

1980s Postmodern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts
1980s Postmodern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts

1980s Postmodern Mantle Clock by Empire Arts

By Empire Art Products Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A vintage 1980s postmodern textured mantle clock by Empire Art Products in various shades of spelled gray. In very good vintage condition and works well. Measures: 9.5" x 5" x 14.5".

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Glass, Wood

Rare Large Cartier Mantle Clock
Rare Large Cartier Mantle Clock

Rare Large Cartier Mantle Clock

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H 10.4 in W 9.2 in D 3.2 in

Rare Large Cartier Mantle Clock

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Expert craftsmanship! A rare and important Cartier mantle or desk clock of heavy gilt gold bronze with a polished Lapis Lazuli cobalt blue and yellow gold inclusions. Of classical ca...

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1980s American Classical Roman Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco White Onyx Mantle Clock by Telechron
Art Deco White Onyx Mantle Clock by Telechron

Art Deco White Onyx Mantle Clock by Telechron

Located in San Diego, CA

Art Deco white onyx electric mantle clock known as the "Statesman" (model# 4H81) with brass bezel and white dial by Telechron, circa late 1930s. The clock works great and is in good ...

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20th Century American Art Deco Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Onyx

Electric Art Deco White Onyx Mantle Clock by Telechron
Electric Art Deco White Onyx Mantle Clock by Telechron

Electric Art Deco White Onyx Mantle Clock by Telechron

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful electric Art Deco white onyx mantle clock known as the "Statesman" (model# 4H81) with brass bezel and black dial by Telechron, circa late 1930s. The clock works great and i...

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20th Century American Art Deco Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Onyx

Cobalt Blue Enameled Cloisonne Carriage or Mantle Clock with Carrying Handles
Cobalt Blue Enameled Cloisonne Carriage or Mantle Clock with Carrying Handles

Cobalt Blue Enameled Cloisonne Carriage or Mantle Clock with Carrying Handles

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A colorful enameled cloisonne carriage or mantle clock. A lovely gold clock with a detailed floral enameled design in cobalt blue, turquoise, pink, and mint green. The piece sits upo...

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20th Century American French Provincial Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Metal, Enamel

Pair of Brass Vintage Tiffany Desk Mantle Clocks Mid Century Modern Design
Pair of Brass Vintage Tiffany Desk Mantle Clocks Mid Century Modern Design

Pair of Brass Vintage Tiffany Desk Mantle Clocks Mid Century Modern Design

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of very nice Mid-Century modern tiffany brass desk clocks.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Brass

Tortoiseshell Mantle Clock
Tortoiseshell Mantle Clock

Tortoiseshell Mantle Clock

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H 5.5 in W 4.5 in D 2 in

Tortoiseshell Mantle Clock

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Tortoiseshell and Ivory eight day mantel clock commemorating Timo Makinen's win in No.52, Monte Carlo Rally. The clock is in full working order. Important information below. If...

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1950s British Vintage United Mantle Clock

Antiqued Mirror Mantle Clock
Antiqued Mirror Mantle Clock

Antiqued Mirror Mantle Clock

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H 10 in W 19 in D 3.5 in

Antiqued Mirror Mantle Clock

Located in Treasure Island, CA

Mantle Clock render in non oft seen material. Movement by _________. Great decorative detail!

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1940s American Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Seth Thomas Walnut Mantle Clock
Seth Thomas Walnut Mantle Clock

Seth Thomas Walnut Mantle Clock

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H 9.5 in W 21 in D 6 in

Seth Thomas Walnut Mantle Clock

Located in San Francisco, CA

Of typical form, with an arched case above an outswept rectangular plinth resting on small compressed bun feet, centering a circular glazed door opening to a silvered dial with Arabi...

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20th Century American Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Metal

Postmodern Mantle Clock for Alessi
Postmodern Mantle Clock for Alessi

Postmodern Mantle Clock for Alessi

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H 9.75 in W 6 in D 3.63 in

Postmodern Mantle Clock for Alessi

By Michael Graves (b.1934), Alessi

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This stylish Postmodern mantel clock was designed in 1986 by Michael Graves for Alessi, Michael Graves designs are iconic and classic with his use of line and materials. Note: Requi...

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Plastic, Maple

1970's Signed Van Teal Lucite Mantle Clock
1970's Signed Van Teal Lucite Mantle Clock

1970's Signed Van Teal Lucite Mantle Clock

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H 19.5 in W 12 in D 4.25 in

1970's Signed Van Teal Lucite Mantle Clock

By Hivo Van Teal

Located in Papaikou, HI

An early signed sculptural clock by Hivo G. Van Teal. It's a battery operated movement, and the pendulum is a visual kinetic part of the sculpture, and not part of the time keeping,...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Brass

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Art Nouveau Conifer Clock by Joself Kratina
Art Nouveau Conifer Clock by Joself Kratina

Art Nouveau Conifer Clock by Joself Kratina

$14,900

H 15.5 in W 9.5 in D 6.75 in

Art Nouveau Conifer Clock by Joself Kratina

By Josef Kratnia

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Czech artist Josef Kratina lived in Paris for several years and was a student of Auguste Rodin. He lived in New York from around 1907 onwards. Note: We highly recommend shipping thr...

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Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Brass

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ANTIQUE A&C mantle clock  STICKLEY ERA w6091  SALE   SALE    SALE

ANTIQUE A&C mantle clock STICKLEY ERA w6091 SALE SALE SALE

$1,657Sale Price|35% Off

H 18 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in

ANTIQUE A&C mantle clock STICKLEY ERA w6091 SALE SALE SALE

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

Arts & Crafts Mantle Clock - from the early 1900s. This is an antique Arts & Crafts mantle clock in very good condition. It is most likely from Europe and is in working con...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Arts and Crafts Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Bronze

Arts & Crafts Oak Cased Mantel Clock with Copper Dial
Arts & Crafts Oak Cased Mantel Clock with Copper Dial

Arts & Crafts Oak Cased Mantel Clock with Copper Dial

Located in Norwich, GB

Arts & Crafts oak cased mantel clock. Two columns with brass capitals support either side of the dial with brass inlay decoration to the front panel. Copper dial with Arabic numer...

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1880s German Arts and Crafts Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Copper

Glasgow School Patinated Brass Clock with Mother-Of-Pearl Inlaid Square Details
Glasgow School Patinated Brass Clock with Mother-Of-Pearl Inlaid Square Details

Glasgow School Patinated Brass Clock with Mother-Of-Pearl Inlaid Square Details

Located in London, GB

An Arts and Crafts Glasgow School Patinated Brass Clock with Mother-Of-Pearl Inlaid Square Details and whiplash handles to the sides.

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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Metal

Art Nouveau Table Clock by Christian Ferdinand Morawe, Gustav Becker Clockwork
Art Nouveau Table Clock by Christian Ferdinand Morawe, Gustav Becker Clockwork

Art Nouveau Table Clock by Christian Ferdinand Morawe, Gustav Becker Clockwork

Located in Berlin, DE

Art Nouveau table clock, Gustav Becker clockwork, designed by Christian Ferdinand Morawe This exquisite table clock comes from the Art Nouveau era and is characterized by its artis...

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19th Century Art Nouveau Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Mahogany

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 table clock is by Lenzkirch and it dates from the transitional period of the Jugen...

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

New Haven Clock Co. Art Nouveau Style Table Clock
New Haven Clock Co. Art Nouveau Style Table Clock

New Haven Clock Co. Art Nouveau Style Table Clock

$1,500

H 14.74 in W 7.75 in D 7.18 in

New Haven Clock Co. Art Nouveau Style Table Clock

By New Haven Clock Company

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is an Art Nouveau Style Table Clock. It depicts a small balloon shape clock mounted in copper color metal. A standing young nymph is adorning the front of the case while holding...

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Bronze

Rare Arts & Crafts Amsterdam School Geometrical Design Oak Mantel Pendulum Clock
Rare Arts & Crafts Amsterdam School Geometrical Design Oak Mantel Pendulum Clock

Rare Arts & Crafts Amsterdam School Geometrical Design Oak Mantel Pendulum Clock

Located in Lisse, NL

Early 20th century, great condition Dutch Arts & Crafts mantle / table / desk clock. To have found this stunning and wonderful design, Dutch Arts & Crafts table clock was a treat, b...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Metal, Brass, Iron

Arts & Crafts Patinated Brass Mantel Clock by Sneltjes Haarlem, 1905
Arts & Crafts Patinated Brass Mantel Clock by Sneltjes Haarlem, 1905

Arts & Crafts Patinated Brass Mantel Clock by Sneltjes Haarlem, 1905

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Arts & Crafts mantel clock. Design by Sneltjes Haarlem. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Patinated brass case with Arts & Crafts numerals on the dial. This ...

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Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Brass

Antique Arts & Crafts Successionist Mantle Clock - Stickley era - W7025
Antique Arts & Crafts Successionist Mantle Clock - Stickley era - W7025

Antique Arts & Crafts Successionist Mantle Clock - Stickley era - W7025

$3,120Sale Price|20% Off

H 18 in W 8 in D 4.25 in

Antique Arts & Crafts Successionist Mantle Clock - Stickley era - W7025

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

This is an antique Arts & Crafts Secessionist Mantle Clock c. 1899. In art history, secession refers to a historic break between a group of avant-garde artists and conservative Europ...

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Late 19th Century Austrian Jugendstil Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Bronze, Iron

Dutch Modernist Design Hand Crafted Brass & Beveled Glass Table / Mantle Clock
Dutch Modernist Design Hand Crafted Brass & Beveled Glass Table / Mantle Clock

Dutch Modernist Design Hand Crafted Brass & Beveled Glass Table / Mantle Clock

Located in Lisse, NL

Unique design clock for the collectors of timeless antiques. Finding this unique Arts & Crafts Dutch desk / table clock truly felt like a blessing. The overall design is remarkable,...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Brass

Jugendstil mantel clock by Junghans Darmstadt
Jugendstil mantel clock by Junghans Darmstadt

Jugendstil mantel clock by Junghans Darmstadt

$2,800

H 14.18 in W 9.06 in D 5.32 in

Jugendstil mantel clock by Junghans Darmstadt

By Junghans Uhren GmbH

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Jugendstil mantel clock by Junghans Darmstadt. Professionally stained and repolished.

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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage United Mantle Clock

Materials

Brass

"Shop of the Crafter" Table Clock -  Stickley era W7530 SPECIAL SPECIAL SALE
"Shop of the Crafter" Table Clock -  Stickley era W7530 SPECIAL SPECIAL SALE

"Shop of the Crafter" Table Clock - Stickley era W7530 SPECIAL SPECIAL SALE

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

SPECIAL SALE This is a "Shop of the Crafter" Antique Arts & Crafts Mantle Clock in good working order. Made in the early 1900s, the clock is in excellent condition. It's all origi...

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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Oak

ANTIQUE ENGLiSH ARTS & CRAFTS 8 DAY LONGCASE GRANDFATER CLOCK BY MAPLE LONDON
ANTIQUE ENGLiSH ARTS & CRAFTS 8 DAY LONGCASE GRANDFATER CLOCK BY MAPLE LONDON

ANTIQUE ENGLiSH ARTS & CRAFTS 8 DAY LONGCASE GRANDFATER CLOCK BY MAPLE LONDON

By Maple & Co.

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London A fine late Victorian 8-day longcase (grandfather) clock, retailed by Maple & Co London, dating from around 1890 and crafted in the Arts & Crafts style. This ...

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1890s British Arts and Crafts Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Oak

Liberty & Co C F A Voysey style Arts & Crafts oak mantle clock with floral inlay
Liberty & Co C F A Voysey style Arts & Crafts oak mantle clock with floral inlay

Liberty & Co C F A Voysey style Arts & Crafts oak mantle clock with floral inlay

By Liberty & Co.

Located in London, GB

Liberty and Co. London. An Arts and Crafts oak mantle clock with floral inlay. The dome top and architectural style of the design of this clock point to the influence C F A Voysey.

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Oak

Antique 19th Century French Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Eight Day Mantel Clock
Antique 19th Century French Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Eight Day Mantel Clock

Antique 19th Century French Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Eight Day Mantel Clock

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique 19th century French antique rosewood marquetry inlaid eight day mantel clock with a beautiful shaped marquetry inlaid case with an eight day movement boasting a delightful Ro...

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1870s French Vintage United Mantle Clock

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Rosewood

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Vintage United Mantle Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage united mantle clock for your home. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every vintage united mantle clock was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage united mantle clock, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage united mantle clock made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one vintage united mantle clock that is appealing in its simplicity, but Empire Art Products Co., Alessi and British United Clock Company produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage United Mantle Clock?

The average selling price for a vintage united mantle clock at 1stDibs is $675, while they’re typically $249 on the low end and $15,000 for the 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.