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Clocks For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 1940s
19th Century French Clock Garniture
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality French bronze and ormolu clock garniture, having bronze cherubs mounted either side of the clock and supporting the five branch candelabra. Retailer; Humbert.
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1860s French Antique Clocks

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Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu and Porcelain Clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant French 19th century Louis XVI St. ormolu and porcelain clock. The small scale clock is raised by fine tapered fluted legs below striking richly chased block rosettes cente...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Neo-Classical Style Porcelain and Ormolu Clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most attractive French 19th century neo-classical st. porcelain and ormolu clock. The clock is raised by fine scrolled ormolu feet below the beautiful deep forest green porcelain b...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

Fine Porcelain Mounted Ormolu Mantel Clock
Located in London, by appointment only
France, circa 1880. The ormolu case mounted with fine painted porcelain scenes of a courting couple. This unusual mauve color pallet emphasizes the...
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1880s French Napoleon III Antique Clocks

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Porcelain

French Early 19th Century Ormolu and White Carrara Marble Clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive French early 19th century ormolu and white Carrara marble clock. The clock is raised by elegant scrolled foliate supports with dolphin heads. The rectangular white Carr...
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19th Century French Antique Clocks

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Carrara Marble, Ormolu

19th Century Clock Garniture
By FRENCH CLICHE
Located in London, GB
Three piece clock garniture, comprising of a pair of 3 lights ormolou candelabras. Held by cherubs on marble columns, with octagonal bases. The marble applied with finely cast swags. Also roie de blue enamel globe clock...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Clocks

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Marble, Ormolu

Elizabethan Revival Mantel Clock, circa 1840
By Harvey & Co.
Located in London, GB
A fine early Victorian gilt-brass mantel clock by Harvey & Co in an Elizabethan Revival architectural style, circa 1840. The back plate inscribed ...
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19th Century British Antique Clocks

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Brass

French 19th Century First Empire Ormolu Clock
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A remarkable French early 19th century First Empire ormolu clock, with the original silk threaded movement, dated 1809. Raised on a square moulded ormolu platform above bun supports. The pedestal base has a scalloped chasing below and a reeded one at the top with a scalloped foliate mount at the base of the clock. Standing in a reeded and scalloped cornucopia on one side is a charming winged putti with a quiver on the shoulder sharpening an arrow. On the other side is a lovely winged maiden in classic attire, turning the sharpening wheel...
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19th Century French Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

19th Century Grand Tour Influenced Mantel Clock
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very impressive 19th century French Sienna marble and bronze mounted Grand Tour influenced mantel clock, having an arched top, mythical gods...
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Late 19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Clocks

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Siena Marble, Bronze

English Gilt Metal Ship's Wheel Desk Clock
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
English 19th century gilt metal ship's wheel desk clock retailed by Hannaford, Regent Street, London.
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1890s English Antique Clocks

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Metal

French Louis XVI Style Clock Garniture
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very pleasing French gilded ormolu and white marble clock garniture in the Louis XVI style. The clock having a cherub holding a chicken, the white enamel clock face with an eight d...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Clocks

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Marble, Ormolu

French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ormolu and Marble Garniture Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking and most decorative French 19th century Neo-Classical st. ormolu and Rouge Griotte marble three piece garniture set signed Japy Frères. The impressive clock, which Japy Frères won a gold metal for this clock in 1855, at the center is raised by a rectangular Rouge Griotte marble base with fine bun feet and a striking wrap around Coeur de Rai and pierced palmettes bands at the mottled border. The white enameled clock face displays pierced hands and Roman hour numerals set within the mottled ormolu bezel with intricately detailed beaded and foliate designs with two charming and most unique butterflies. A beautiful maiden is seated above draped in a wonderfully executed flowing garment while breastfeeding a charming winged cherub with an anchor, a quiver, and an ewer at their side. The pair of urns are displayed at each side and are each raised by elegant square bases with a bottom ormolu band and an exceptional wrap around mottled band. Above the square Rouge Griotte pedestal...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Clocks

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Marble, Ormolu

19th Century French Gilt Figural Clock Set
Located in Norwalk, CT
An amazing piece dating to the early 19th century. This clock set is of the best quality, a true museum piece showcasing the expert bronze work that was done by the French at the turn...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Ormolu and Sèvres Style Porcelain Mounted Clock Set in the Louis XVI Manner
Located in London, GB
A clock garniture in the Louis XVI Manner By Le Roy et Fils The ormolu clock case and accompanying candelabra dressed with blue 'Sevres' style hand ...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Clocks

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Ormolu, Bronze

Pendulum Antique circa 1870 Wood with Gilded Bronze Mechanik Gustaf Becker
Located in Berlin, DE
Pendule of the early days, circa 1870 wood decorated with splendidly gilded bronze, work by Gustaf Becker clock with striking mechanism working with key a...
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19th Century German Louis XV Antique Clocks

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Oak

Late 19th Century French Doré Bronze Clock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th century French finely chased doré bronze clock with cherub and fountain motif.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Early 19th C. English Mahogany Brass Arched Dial Longcase Clock
Located in Worcester, GB
Early 19th c. English mahogany brass arched dial longcase clock Period c.1840 Measures: Width 55 cm / 21 1/2 in Depth 27 cm / 10 1/2 in Height 227 cm / 89 1/2 in Dia...
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19th Century British Antique Clocks

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Brass

19th Century Bronze and Champleve Enamel Clock Set
By Neo Craft
Located in London, GB
French late 19th century clock set, consisting of a clock and a pair of matching candelabras.
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Miniature French gilt bronze desk clock with inkwell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming miniature 19th century French gilt bronze patinated and Rouge marble clock cast with a blindfolded Cupid figure wielding a torch and drum...
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19th Century French Antique Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French Sterling Silver Clock and Ink Stand, circa 1875, Minerva Mark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French sterling silver clock and ink stand, circa 1875, Minerva mark.
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19th Century French Antique Clocks

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Restauration Period Ormolu Lyre Mantel Clock with Apollo Mask
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
An unusual French Restauration period ormolu mantel clock. The elaborately pierced gilt bronze case in the form of a lyre, with an Apollo mask cresting, on a white marble stepped bas...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Sevres-Style Garniture
Located in London, GB
A beautiful turquoise Sèvres-style clock garniture, hand-painted on 18th century Sèvres porcelaine blanks but decorated in the 19th century most prob...
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Clocks

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Bronze

A French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Bronze Clock Garniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Bronze Clock Garniture Having an enamel dial with arabic numbers accompanied by two candelabras with cherubs on white marble bases France, Circa...
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19th Century French Antique Clocks

19th Century French Provincial Three-Piece Clock Set
Located in London, GB
A fine quality three-piece French gilt red marble and bronze clock set comprising two three branch candelabra and a mantel clock. The clock has a whi...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Champlevé Enamel and Marble Clock Set
Located in London, GB
Three-piece marble and bronze Champlevé enamel clock garniture set, comprising of a central clock and a pair of candelabra. The clock is set on a white marble base on a rectangular p...
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Late 19th Century French Other Antique Clocks

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Bronze

French rouge marble and ormolu four glass clock signed Raingo Freres
Located in London, GB
A good antique French ormolu and rouge marble four glass clock by the eminent makers Raingo Freres. The clock with original ormolu is surmounted by an...
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1880s French Antique Clocks

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Marble, Ormolu

Late Victorian White Marble and Bone Garniture
Located in Norwich, GB
Late Victorian white marble and bone miniature garniture. The French drum movement with platform escapement supported by a white marble base in the form...
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1890s French Other Antique Clocks

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Marble

Antique Swedish Classic Rococo Shape Long Case Clock
Located in Kramfors, SE
Classic long case clock in rococo shape from Sweden. The clock is made by hand from pine and has been hand-scraped down to the original paint. An additional detail is the carved roco...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Clocks

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Pine

19th Century Swedish Mora Clock with Scalloped Crown and Teardrop Belly
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish painted wood mora clock from the 19th century. This antique mora clock from Sweden features a subtle scalloped crown adorning it's head, a teardrop-shaped door and belly, t...
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19th Century Swedish Antique Clocks

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Wood

Impressive Antique Austrian Champlevé Enamel, Silver-Gilt and Lapis Lazuli Clock
Located in London, GB
Impressive antique Austrian champlevé enamel, silver-gilt and lapis lazuli clock set Austrian, Late 19th century Clock: Height 91cm, width 37cm, depth 37cm Candelabra: Height 64cm, width 24cm, depth 24cm Clock case: Height 97cm, width 44cm, depth 41cm Candelabra case: 67cm, width 27cm, depth 27cm Crafted in Austria in the late 19th century, this magnificent three-piece clock set was most likely gifted to the Imperial Russian family by the Austro-Hungarian Royal family. Its design is inspired by various cultures and styles, whilst its high quality celebrates some of the best craftsmen of the late 19th century. Of a tiered pagoda shape, the clock is surmounted by an eagle, its wings spread wide landing atop a vibrant lapis lazuli ball. The eagle is most likely a reference to Turul, a mythological animal which is a symbol of Hungary. This bird of prey is also a popular feature within Turkish traditions. Within a canopy, supported on four sturdy lapis lazuli pillars two prominent silver-gilt bells are hanging. These are carved with various motifs such as acanthus leaf design and connect to the clock mechanism below. The bells ring informing its users of the time. All four sides of the piece are inset with a clock, an unusual feature on an object of this type and a testament to its highest quality. The inclusion of clocks on all sides signifies that the antique is aimed to be a centrepiece, admired from all sides. The dial is decorated using the champlevé enamelling technique, whereby ‘parcels’ are carved into the silver gilt and into which enamel is poured. The 12 numbers are coloured in black with a gold outline and are surrounded by a white circular background making them stand out and easy to read. The hour clock dial is cast in the form of a sun, while the minute hand is represented as the moon. The two motifs symbolise one’s bright and gloomy sides of existence. The four corners around the clocks are mounted with three-dimensional female figures dressed in traditional garments from around the world. For example, one figure is dressed in typical Turkish clothing...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Clocks

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Bronze, Enamel

Palatial & Rare Napoleon III French Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Clock, Detouche
By C. Detouche
Located in New York, NY
A Palatial and Extremely Rare Napoleon III French Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Regulateur de Parquet Clock by Louis-Constantin Detouche, Paris, Circa 1850 An exceptional testament to the grandeur and technical mastery of 19th-century French horology, this palatial and extraordinarily rare Napoleon III ormolu and patinated bronze Regulateur de Parquet clock stands as a crowning achievement of the renowned Parisian horologist Louis-Constantin Detouche. Created circa 1850, this monumental timepiece exemplifies the perfect synthesis of artistic opulence and mechanical precision, distinguishing itself as one of the most impressive works from Detouche’s illustrious oeuvre. At over six feet tall, this clock’s imposing scale and decorative grandeur make it an object of immense historical and aesthetic significance. The case, crafted from the finest French ormolu, features two majestic patinated bronze seated putti, serving as allegorical figures and underscoring the artistic sophistication characteristic of the Second Empire style. The white enamel dial, elegantly signed "C. Detouche/Paris," affirms its prestigious maker, while the movement, meticulously numbered 7064 and bearing the stamps "C. Detouche RUE St. MARTIN" and "C. DETOUCHE 158 R. St MARTIN 160," speaks to the highest standards of 19th-century horological craftsmanship. Further distinguishing this piece is the medaille d’argent stamp, a testament to the numerous accolades and awards bestowed upon Detouche for his innovations in timekeeping. A Masterpiece of Horological Artistry: Louis-Constantin Detouche was not merely a clockmaker; he was a visionary whose contributions to horology redefined precision and complexity. This particular regulator clock...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Ormolu

Important Cercles Tournants Rotary Clock set by Deniere
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very Large Important and Rare Napoleon III Period Ormolu And Patinated Bronze Sculptural rotary 3-piece clock set ("Pendule A Cercles Tournants") compr...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Vintage and Antique Clocks for Sale: Find Unique Wall Clocks, Decorative Table Clocks and Grandfather Clocks on 1stDibs

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.

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