Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1970s American Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Late 20th Century Spanish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Pine
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
20th Century Swiss Black Forest Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Glass, Wood, Paint
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1920s British Edwardian Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1920s Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Oak
1980s English George III Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Gold Plate, Brass, Steel
20th Century American Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1970s Italian Rococo Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Glass, Wood, Paint
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1990s Italian Other Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Early 20th Century American Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Oak
20th Century Swiss Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Early 1900s Swedish Country Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Early 20th Century Edwardian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1970s Italian Other Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Bronze
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
Early 20th Century Federal Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Lucite, Walnut
Early 20th Century British Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1980s Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Multi-gemstone
1910s Belgian Jugendstil Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Early 20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Steel
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
1980s Czech Industrial Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
1930s Scottish Art Deco Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass, Steel
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Rosewood, Burl
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
20th Century English Chinoiserie Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1930s Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Kingwood
20th Century English Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal, Brass
1960s Dutch Neoclassical Revival Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Burl
Late 20th Century North American Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Chrome
1910s English Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Silver, Brass
Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Ormolu, Bronze
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Rosewood, Burl
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
1980s Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
Early 20th Century Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal, Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Aluminum, Brass
1920s Swedish Rococo Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1910s Swedish Country Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Early 20th Century English Georgian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Early 20th Century European Black Forest Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass, Iron
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.