Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
18th Century English Georgian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
18th Century English Victorian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood, Mahogany
Early 19th Century French Provincial Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
20th Century Italian Louis XIII Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Bronze
Early 19th Century Swedish Early Victorian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Pine
19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
1990s Italian Other Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
19th Century English Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1760s English Georgian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Oak
1880s Modern Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1830s Swedish Country Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1870s French Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Faience
1790s Swedish Country Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Pine
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Oak
Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass, Enamel, Iron
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
17th Century Italian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1830s Swedish Country Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Pine
1780s Swedish Country Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Early Victorian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Pine
19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Early 19th Century Swedish Early Victorian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
18th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Swiss Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1790s Swedish Primitive Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Early 1800s Swedish Country Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Pine
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Oak
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Marble, Travertine, Carrara Marble, Gold Plate, Brass, Metal, Gold, Chro...
Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass, Iron
Late 18th Century Danish Louis XVI Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood, Paint
1780s English Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1890s Sheraton Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Satinwood
1840s Swedish Country Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1790s English Georgian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Oak
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Glass, Wood
19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood, Glass
19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1830s Swedish Country Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1770s English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Oak
1820s Swedish Primitive Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Pine
1790s Swedish Primitive Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1790s Swedish Country Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Ceramic, Oak
19th Century French Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Spelter
1880s English Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mahogany, Satinwood
19th Century British Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks for Sale on 1stDibs
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.