Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
1970s Czech Industrial Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Classical Greek Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
1980s Czech Industrial Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
1950s American Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood, Birch
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
1830s English Georgian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
1890s German Biedermeier Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1970s Czech Industrial Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Paper
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Steel, Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Lucite
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
1930s English Industrial Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
1930s English Industrial Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Steel, Enamel
1960s Austrian Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Steel
1930s English Industrial Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Enamel, Steel
1950s Czech Industrial Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Glass, Bakelite
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Chrome, Metal
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1930s English Industrial Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Glass, Bakelite
1930s English Industrial Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Copper
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Enamel
18th Century Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Oak
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
Late 20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1970s Czech Industrial Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Bronze
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.