What is a sunburst clock?

A sunburst clock is a wall clock that features a round face surrounded by spokes of wood or metal. This design resembles a shining sun. George Nelson Associates gets credit for designing the first one for the Howard Miller Clock Company in 1950, but many other creators have introduced their own versions over the years. Shop a collection of sunburst clocks on 1stDibs.

How old does a clock have to be to be vintage?

Vintage 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.

How can you tell if a clock is vintage?

To tell if a clock is vintage, look for a maker's mark. From there, you can consult trusted online resources to determine who produced your clock. Then, by reviewing the manufacturer's catalogues, you can get a rough idea of when the maker produced similar clocks. For a clock to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. Clocks made 100 years ago or earlier are antique. Another way to date your clock is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and antique clocks.

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Vintage Mid-Century Atlanta Sunburst Starburst Brass Wall Clock

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Vintage Mid-Century Atlanta Sunburst Starburst Brass Wall Clock

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Located in Nuernberg, DE

Stunning original 1960s Atlanta sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful brass sunburst

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Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1980s

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Located in Nuernberg, DE

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Vintage George Nelson Model-2202 Sunburst Clock for Howard Miller

$2,895

H 30.5 in W 30.5 in D 3 in

Vintage George Nelson Model-2202 Sunburst Clock for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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$4,200

H 36 in W 36 in D 1.25 in

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Located in Atlanta, GA

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H 24 in W 24 in D 1.5 in

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Vintage Metamec sunburst clock teak and brass , 1960’s

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H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 1.97 in

Vintage Metamec sunburst clock teak and brass , 1960’s

By Metamec

Located in Delft, NL

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Mid-Century Modern Atomic Sunburst Vintage Red Ball Clock

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H 3 in Dm 13.5 in

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Located in Keego Harbor, MI

In the style of Herman Miller, this iconic ball clock features solid wood red balls in a sunburst

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Stylish Vintage Midcentury Junghans Sunburst Starburst Brass Wall Clock Ato-Mat

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H 2 in Dm 18 in

Stylish Vintage Midcentury Junghans Sunburst Starburst Brass Wall Clock Ato-Mat

By Junghans Uhren GmbH

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Stunning original 1950s Junghans ATO-MAT S sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful brass

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Vintage French Sunburst Clock

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H 23 in Dm 23 in

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Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

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Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1980s

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H 2 in Dm 19.75 in

Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1980s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Stunning 1980s sunburst starburst wall clock. Made of some kind of polystyrene foam, gilded, with a

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Vintage Mid-Century Meister Anker Sunburst Starburst Brass Wall Clock

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H 1.75 in Dm 11.63 in

Vintage Mid-Century Meister Anker Sunburst Starburst Brass Wall Clock

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Stunning original 1960s Meister Anker, Chrometron Quarz sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring

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Gilded Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1960s

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H 1.75 in Dm 16.75 in

Gilded Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Stunning original 1960s sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful wood and composition

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Gilded Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1960s

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H 1.5 in Dm 18.38 in

Gilded Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Stunning original 1960s sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful wood and composition

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Vintage Mid-Century Junghans Sunburst Starburst Brass Wall Clock Ato-Mat

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H 2 in Dm 18 in

Vintage Mid-Century Junghans Sunburst Starburst Brass Wall Clock Ato-Mat

By Junghans Uhren GmbH

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Stunning original 1960s Junghans ATO-MAT S sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful brass

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Gilded Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock Vedette France 1970s

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H 2.5 in Dm 14.38 in

Gilded Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock Vedette France 1970s

By Vedette

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Stunning original 1970s Vedette sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful resin sunburst

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Vintage Black Sunburst Wall Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller

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H 3.75 in Dm 19 in

Vintage Black Sunburst Wall Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in San Jose, CA

Classic Mid Century Modern sunburst wall clock designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller Clock

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Brass

Gold plated Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1970s

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H 3.25 in Dm 16 in

Gold plated Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1970s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Stunning original 1970s sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful wood and gold plated

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal

Vintage Gilded Wooden Starburst Clock

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H 31.5 in Dm 31.5 in

Vintage Gilded Wooden Starburst Clock

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Gilded Wooden Starburst Clock From Spain, Marked “Valenti”

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George Nelson Sunburst Clock

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H 3.15 in Dm 18.9 in

George Nelson Sunburst Clock

By Irving Harper, George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in JM Haarlem, NL

Vintage original George Nelson sunburst, spoke, spike clock 2202. Design by George Nelson

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Clocks

Vintage Syroco Sunburst Wall Clock, 8-Day Jeweled

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Dm 22 in

Vintage Syroco Sunburst Wall Clock, 8-Day Jeweled

Located in Stamford, CT

Beautiful wall clock with great sunburst details.

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George Nelson Sunburst Clock 2202

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Dm 18.9 in

George Nelson Sunburst Clock 2202

Located in JM Haarlem, NL

Vintage original George Nelson Sunburst/Spoke/Spike Clock 2202. Design by George Nelson and

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Large 1950s Giltwood Sunburst Clock

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H 5.52 in Dm 29.93 in

Large 1950s Giltwood Sunburst Clock

Located in Retie, BE

Stunning large sparkling giltwood sunburst clock. Diameter: 30,32 inch - 77 cm !! This vintage

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Vintage Hans Christian Andersen Pendulum Wall Clock from the 1960s

$470

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Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Meister Anker in Brass, 1960s Germany

$586

H 1.58 in Dm 11.82 in

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Meister Anker in Brass, 1960s Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

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Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by CONDOR, 1950s

$704

H 1.38 in Dm 14.57 in

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by CONDOR, 1950s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Stunning wall clock made of Iron & brass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. We have tested it and it works. Electric, battery operated clock.

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Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Richter Quarz in Brass, 1960s Germany

$880

H 1.19 in Dm 12.21 in

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Richter Quarz in Brass, 1960s Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

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Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Meister Anker in Brass, 1960s Germany

$704

H 12.41 in Dm 12.41 in

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Meister Anker in Brass, 1960s Germany

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Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock in Brass by Dugena, 1960s, Germany

$880

H 11.82 in Dm 11.82 in

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock in Brass by Dugena, 1960s, Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Stunning wall clock made of brass, metal and glass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. Electric, battery operated clock.

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Mid-Century Spanish Carved Giltwood Sunburst Wall Clock with Mirrored Insets

$1,800

H 2 in Dm 23.75 in

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Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by TRICHTER in Brass, 1960s Germany

$586

H 1.19 in Dm 11.42 in

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by TRICHTER in Brass, 1960s Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

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Sunburst Clock Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the sunburst clock vintage you’re looking for. A sunburst clock vintage — often made from glass, wood and metal — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a sunburst clock vintage — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right sunburst clock vintage, those designed in mid-century modern styles are of considerable interest. Metamec each produced at least one beautiful sunburst clock vintage that is worth considering.

How Much is a Sunburst Clock Vintage?

A sunburst clock vintage can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,258, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $4,200.

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 Sunburst Clock Vintage

What is a sunburst clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
A sunburst clock is a wall clock that features a round face surrounded by spokes of wood or metal. This design resembles a shining sun. George Nelson Associates gets credit for designing the first one for the Howard Miller Clock Company in 1950, but many other creators have introduced their own versions over the years. Shop a collection of sunburst clocks on 1stDibs.
How old does a clock have to be to be vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Vintage 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.
How can you tell if a clock is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
To tell if a clock is vintage, look for a maker's mark. From there, you can consult trusted online resources to determine who produced your clock. Then, by reviewing the manufacturer's catalogues, you can get a rough idea of when the maker produced similar clocks. For a clock to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. Clocks made 100 years ago or earlier are antique. Another way to date your clock is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and antique clocks.