J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

American

With intricate and refined artistry, the jewelers at J.E.Caldwell & Co. have been handcrafting illustrious watches and adornments — including cocktail rings, engagement rings and link bracelets — for nearly two centuries. The American firm, which is among the oldest silver and jewelry companies in the United States, has found acclaim with collectors and buyers worldwide.

Born in Poughkeepsie, New York, J.E. Caldwell & Co. founder James Emmott Caldwell (1813–81) apprenticed as a silversmith and subsequently trained in watchmaking under the esteemed watchmaker Samuel Ward Benedict in New York City. Following his apprenticeships, Caldwell sought work in Philadelphia, initially securing a position with a wholesale jeweler before importing watches for a jewelry manufacturer. In the late 1830s, he established a storefront of his own, in a stately marble building on Chestnut street. Caldwell partnered with James M. Bennett thereafter in order to launch a jewelry shop nearby that they called Bennett & Caldwell. With the passing of Bennett, Caldwell partnered with a former employer, John C. Farr, and changed the company name, establishing the J.E. Caldwell & Co. of today.

In 1876, Philadelphia hosted the first World’s Fair held in the United States. Alongside the Gorham Manufacturing Company — a legendary but largely overlooked American silver firm — J.E. Caldwell showcased an array of stunning jewelry and silver objects at the event’s Centennial International Exhibition. In the early 1900s, J.E. Caldwell was contracted to fashion a presentation silver tea service — more than 160 pieces — for a newly commissioned battleship, the U.S.S. Pennsylvania. The brand’s exquisite silver wares traveled at sea aboard this battleship — and later, on the U.S.S. Valley Forge — for decades.

J.E. Caldwell & Co. became known for exquisite Art Nouveau and Art Deco jewelry. Ownership of the firm passed through the family over the years before changing hands to business interests outside of the family. Today a J.E. Caldwell & Co. retail location continues to operate in Philadelphia.

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Fine American Gilt Bronze Standing Clock by Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Antique chased Ormolu clock case ornamented with hand pierced all over foliate pattern scrollwork, achieved through repousse and engraving, enclosing a p...

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Early 20th Century J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Ormolu

Fine American Gilt Bronze Standing Clock by Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Napoleon III Gilt-Bronze and Enamel Figural Mantel Clock and Candelabras

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Napoleon III Gilt-Bronze and Champleve Enamel Mantel Clock retailed by J.E. Caldwell & Co paired Champlevé and Gilt-bronze Five-light Candelabras A black and maroon enamel ornamente...

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19th Century American Napoleon III Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Bronze, Enamel

Napoleon III Gilt-Bronze and Enamel Figural Mantel Clock and Candelabras

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Napoleon III Period Gilt and Patinated Bronze Clock by Delafontaine

H 19.69 in W 23.63 in D 8.27 in

Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Mantlepiece Clock by Sterling Bronze Co.

By Sterling Bronze Co.

Located in New York, NY

This stunning Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Mantlepiece Clock by Sterling Bronze Co. originates from the United States, Circa 1900. This clock is a fine example of Neoclassical design, fe...

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Early 1900s American Neoclassical Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Bronze

Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Mantlepiece Clock by Sterling Bronze Co.

H 11.25 in W 8.75 in D 3.75 in

Tiffany & Co. Bronze Clock

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Bronx, NY

This vintage Tiffany & Co. French bronze clock dates from the late 19th century (1896). It is elaborately designed in the style of Louis XV & exhibits a m...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Bronze, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Bronze Clock

H 25.5 in W 13.5 in D 6 in

Renaissance Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

Renaissance style gilt bronze and enamel mantel clock French, late 19th century Measures: Height 53cm, width 28cm, depth 23cm This exquisite mantel clock is crafted in the idios...

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Ormolu, Bronze, Enamel

Renaissance Style Gilt Bronze and Enamel Mantel Clock

H 20.87 in W 11.03 in D 9.06 in

Fine Louis XV Period Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock by Gilles L'aine

By Gilles Laine

Located in Montreal, QC

Rare Louis XV period wall clock "cartel d'applique " , finely cast and chiseled , beautiful mercury gliding , the enameled dial with roman numerals , signed GILLE LAINÉ À PARIS - Gilles Lainé ( Pierre Francois Gille ) , dit "L'AINÉ", master clock...

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1760s French Louis XV Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Bronze

Fine Louis XV Period Gilt Bronze Cartel Clock by Gilles L'aine

H 16 in W 9 in D 4 in

Sessions Clock Co. American Victorian Bronze Column Wooden Case Mantel Clock

Located in Queens, NY

American Victorian mantel clock with an ebonized wood case and white enamel & brass clock face flanked by bronze columns topped with a red faux marble...

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Metal, Brass, Bronze, Enamel

Sessions Clock Co. American Victorian Bronze Column Wooden Case Mantel Clock

H 12.25 in W 15.5 in D 6 in

Napoleon III Gilt Ormolu Mantel Clock

Located in Lomita, CA

This is a wonderful Napoleon III ormolu mantle clock from the estate of a Los Angeles collector from around 1860. There is a zaftig little boy perched at the top of the clock, and f...

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Brass

Napoleon III Gilt Ormolu Mantel Clock

H 12.5 in W 16.75 in D 7 in

Napoleon III Period Mantel Clock by Barbedienne

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in London, GB

This stunning clock expertly showcases the ingenuity of its maker, Ferdinand Barbedienne, and its smart styling in the opulent Napoleon III style will make it an excellent addition t...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Malachite, Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

Napoleon III Period Mantel Clock by Barbedienne

H 13 in W 9.06 in D 6.3 in

Antique French Bronze & Marble Three-Piece Mantel Set Clock Napoleon III

Located in Labrit, Landes

Napoleon III French two marbles mantel clock late 19th century circa 1890. Set of a clock and two pedestals. Mercury pendulum The French movement of the clock will be checked befor...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Marble, Brass

Antique French Bronze & Marble Three-Piece Mantel Set Clock Napoleon III

H 18.51 in W 5.91 in D 14.97 in

19th Century J.E Caldwell Victorian 9 Tube Mahogany Tall Case Grandfather Clock

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Long Branch, NJ

19th Century J.E Caldwell Victorian 9 Tube Mahogany Tall Case Grandfather Clock Dimensions : 95" Tall X 24" Wide X 17" Deep This grandfather clock was made in the USA in the late 1...

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1890s American Victorian Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Brass

19th Century J.E Caldwell Victorian 9 Tube Mahogany Tall Case Grandfather Clock

H 95 in W 24 in D 19 in

"Caldwell Clock w/ Siena Marble and Caryatids", Lorillard Estate, Tuxedo Park

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An extraordinary work of art by America's leading maker of luxe objects for homes and businesses in the early 20th century, this large and heavy Siena marble clock by J. E. Caldwell ...

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1920s American Art Deco Vintage J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

"Caldwell Clock w/ Siena Marble and Caryatids", Lorillard Estate, Tuxedo Park

H 18.5 in W 17 in D 6 in

French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Putti Clock

By Jules Allard et Fils

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A French Napoleon III ormolu and porcelain putti mantel (fireplace) clock in gilded bronze with inset painted porcelain plaques. The central painted ov...

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1860s French Napoleon III Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Bronze

French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Porcelain Putti Clock

H 14.5 in W 15.5 in D 5.5 in

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J.E. Caldwell Bronze Louis XVI Style Three-Piece Garniture Clock Set, Palatial

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Manhasset, NY

19th century J E Caldwell & Company three-piece Garniture clock set. Pair of candlesticks is large and impressive. Signed and Dated 1882. This fine heavy bronze mounted clock set wit...

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Early 20th Century American Louis XVI J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Bronze

J.E. Caldwell Bronze Louis XVI Style Three-Piece Garniture Clock Set, Palatial

H 25.5 in W 18.25 in D 8.625 in

Egyptian Revival Clock Garniture

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New Orleans, LA

This Egyptian Revival clock garniture by J. E. Caldwell & Co. of Philadelphia is almost identical to the set that is housed in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Composed of a clock and two obelisks, this garniture is crafted of bronze and rare Breccia and Siena marbles in the form of Egyptian monuments...

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19th Century American Egyptian Revival Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Breccia Marble, Siena Marble, Bronze

Egyptian Revival Clock Garniture

H 19 in W 21 in D 7.75 in

J.E. Caldwell Black Slate Mantel Clock under Bronze Sculpture of Cartographer

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Shippensburg, PA

This fine mantel clock was retailed by J.E. Caldwell of Philadelphia at the turn of the century, the powerful and angular case crafted of pure black slate with red stone inlays and r...

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19th Century American Napoleon III Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Slate, Marble, Brass, Bronze

J.E. Caldwell Black Slate Mantel Clock under Bronze Sculpture of Cartographer

H 19 in W 17.75 in D 8 in

Marble and Doré Bronze Mantel Clock

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New Orleans, LA

This stunning mantel clock by J. E. Caldwell & Co. of Philadelphia exudes tasteful elegance. Crafted of luxurious marble in the French Louis XVI-style, this stunning timepiece boasts...

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19th Century American Louis XVI Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Marble and Doré Bronze Mantel Clock

H 17.5 in W 10 in D 5.19 in

Unusual Chinoiserie Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock by J.E. Caldwell & Co

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A Fine Chinoiserie Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock by J.E. Caldwell & Co. Stock Number: CC33

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Late 19th Century American Antique J.E. Caldwell & Co. Mantel Clocks

Unusual Chinoiserie Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock by J.E. Caldwell & Co

H 23.75 in W 13.75 in D 6 in

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