Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

LOUIS XIV STYLE

As opposed to the styles that would follow from the other 18th-century French kings, Louis XV and Louis XVI, antique Louis XIV furniture is rigid and imposing. It expresses opulence — even its armchairs, with their upright backs, straight legs and lavish ornamentation, look like thrones. Authentic Louis XIV sofas, a then newly emerging iteration of seating, are fully upholstered and often feature decoratively carved frames of walnut, chestnut or oak.

When French King Louis XIV established his royal court at Versailles in 1682, he transformed what was once a hunting lodge into a palace that declared his wealth and power through its design. Until his death in 1715, he reigned with a spirit of excess and absolute political dominance. The “Sun King,” as he called himself, believed that France revolved around him as planets do the sun. Louis XIV adopted the sun as his emblem, decorating the grounds with symbols of the sun and Apollo, the Greek god of the sun. As he stated, “There is nothing that indicates more clearly the magnificence of great princes than their superb palaces and their precious furniture.” He was a child when he became king in 1643, only shaping his style after he became absolute monarch in 1661.

Reflecting trends in French Baroque art, Louis XIV furniture characteristics included exuberant decoration. There were gilded bronze details including shells, suns, grotesques, lions and classical references like acanthus leaves. The years of growth in the country’s manufacturing, such as the tapestries and cabinets made at Gobelins, led to design innovations. The commode replaced the chest as a storage device, with drawers and a surface that could double as a desk.

The materials were luxurious, such as the popular tortoiseshell veneer technique that leading cabinetmaker Pierre Golle used in his designs. André-Charles Boulle, who became royal cabinetmaker in 1672, was a masterful artist of marquetry, using inlays of ebony, exotic woods and mother-of-pearl.

Find a collection of antique Louis XIV bedroom furniture, chairs, tables and other pieces on 1stDibs.

Style: Louis XIV

Boulle ta Table Clock in Wood and Brass from the Second Half of the 20th Century

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Milano, MI

Boulle Table Clock, with red background and brass inlays, brass dial with white enamel cartouches and black Roman numerals, crowned with rocailles and pendulum movement. Ø 31.5 cm ...

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1950s French Vintage Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Brass

Boulle ta Table Clock in Wood and Brass from the Second Half of the 20th Century

$1,502 Sale Price

20% Off

French gilt bronze Louis XIV figured antique clock with library design

Located in Milano, IT

Imagine stepping back in time to the opulent 19th century, where a magnificent French clock in gilded bronze takes center stage, a breathtaking tribute to the Sun King himself, Louis...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

French gilt bronze Louis XIV figured antique clock with library design

$4,307 Sale Price

20% Off

Important Cartel in Green Horn Veneer Gille L Aine 18th Century

By France"

Located in Madrid, ES

Important Cartel in green horn Veneer Gille L Aine 18th, gilded bronzes and brass inlays chiseled with foliage of flowers and natural patterns. The dial i...

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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

Important Cartel in Green Horn Veneer Gille L Aine 18th Century

$15,017

French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Ormolu Clock Stamped ‘DENIERE A PARIS”

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A most impressive French 19th century Louis XIV st. ormolu clock stamped 'DENIERE A PARIS". The clock is raised by square tapered fluted feet with fine...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Ormolu Clock Stamped ‘DENIERE A PARIS”

$39,800

Marble and Bronze Clock with Allegory of Astronomy Representing Copernico

By France"

Located in Madrid, ES

Marble and bronze clock with allegory of astronomy representing Copernico The clock measurements: 60 x 48 x 16 cm and Vases: 28 x 15 x 15 cm ...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

Marble and Bronze Clock with Allegory of Astronomy Representing Copernico

$2,213

Clodion Signed Very Large and Heavy Bronze Clock, the Bronze is Gilded 19th Cent

By Clodion France

Located in Madrid, ES

Very large and heavy bronze clock,the bronze is gilded and patinated. The work of the bronze i very fine quality. Signed:CLODION. 90 cm high and 50 kg aprox 19th century very go...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

Clodion Signed Very Large and Heavy Bronze Clock, the Bronze is Gilded 19th Cent

$19,803

French 19th Century Louis XIV St. Cartel Clock Signed F.Lesage Paris

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning French 19th century Louis XIV st. tortoiseshell, brass and ormolu Cartel Clock signed F.Lesage Paris. The beautiful clock is raised on its orig...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Brass, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XIV St. Cartel Clock Signed F.Lesage Paris

$19,800

Large Gilded Bronze Clock with Louis XIV Figure, 18th Century

By France"

Located in Madrid, ES

Large gilded bronze clock with Louis XIV figure. Mechanism working with a pendulum and original key End 18th century beginning 19th century...

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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

Large Gilded Bronze Clock with Louis XIV Figure, 18th Century

$5,085

Table Clock in Patinated and Gilded Bronze from the 18th Century

By France"

Located in Madrid, ES

Table clock in patinated and gilded bronze from the 18th century with religious scene Size 44 x 25 x 14 cm 1450 euro very good condition.

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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

Table Clock in Patinated and Gilded Bronze from the 18th Century

$1,735

Louis XIV Tortoiseshell Boulle Bracket Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

An Exceptional Louis XIV Boulle Bracket Clock. Nine inch twelve piece enamel cartouche dial with Roman numerals and original hands signed ‘Jean Mino...

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1710s French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Tortoise Shell

Louis XIV Tortoiseshell Boulle Bracket Clock

$20,754

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

Japy Freres Louis XVI Antique French Gilt Bronze Clock Set

$3,251

H 16.25 in W 9.5 in D 7 in

French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Figural Ormolu Clock Garniture, Raingo Frers

By Raingo Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine and palatial French 19th century Louis XIV style figural ormolu three-piece clock and candelabra garniture suite, comprising of a gilt-bronze clock and a pair of ten-ligh...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Figural Ormolu Clock Garniture, Raingo Frers

$38,950 Sale Price / set

48% Off

H 34 in W 22 in D 13.5 in

French 19th Century Louis XVI Gilded Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock

Located in Vilnius, LT

Antique 19th century French gilded bronze and white marble mantel clock of the period Louis XVI.

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Marble, Enamel, Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XVI Gilded Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock

$3,230

H 13.78 in W 12.21 in D 4.73 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze and Cut Glass Clock Set

Located in London, GB

This beautiful three-piece clock set is designed in a French neoclassical style, popular in 19th century decorative arts. The set has been crafted from clear, cut glass and fine gilt...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Ormolu, Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze and Cut Glass Clock Set

$13,144 / set

H 15.75 in W 8.67 in D 5.12 in

Magnificent Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very fine gilt bronze and marble clock featuring a lion. Marble case, ornate face with enameled Roman numerals. France, circa 1880 Dime...

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1880s French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Magnificent Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock

$5,450

H 21 in W 18 in D 8.5 in

19th Century Gilded Ormolu and Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in Brighton, Sussex

An impressive late 19th century French gilded ormolu and patinated bronze mantel clock. Having three putti mounted to the top each playing musical instruments. The clock having an ei...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Gilded Ormolu and Bronze Mantel Clock

$6,226

H 25.6 in W 16.93 in D 5.91 in

French Empire Bronze Clock Depicting Urania Greek Muse of Astronomy

By Lesieur

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A magnificent large gilded and patinated bronze period French Empire mantle clock depicting Urania the Greek Muse of Astronomy standing on a stepped rectangular gilded bronze base her left elbow resting on a large gilded globe of the heavens with a central band showing the signs of the zodiac...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

French Empire Bronze Clock Depicting Urania Greek Muse of Astronomy

$12,000

H 31 in W 22 in D 18 in

French 19th Century Ormolu Cartel Wall Clock

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A good quality 19th century French gilded ormolu wall clock, having Rococo influences to the scroll foliate decoration and cherubs above the eight day striking movement, circa 1880.

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Ormolu

French 19th Century Ormolu Cartel Wall Clock

$5,254

H 29.53 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

19th Century French Bronze and Ormolu Clock

By Claude Galle

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

19th Century French Bronze and Ormolu Clock. circa 1810 clock Napoleonic Empire Bronze Dore. La Liseuse" clock after Reiche, by Claude Galle & Grand Girad. Signed in Paris

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

19th Century French Bronze and Ormolu Clock

$7,500

H 9 in W 15 in D 9 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 Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

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

$12,500

H 16 in W 9 in D 4 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A beautiful Louis XVI style classical cartel wall clock, superbly made in gilded bronze. Of elegant design, with draped laurel swags, rams heads and a glazed aperture below the dial ...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Ormolu

Antique French Gilt Bronze Cartel Wall Clock

$3,389

H 16 in W 7.5 in D 4 in

Antique French Gilt Bronze Rococo Clock

By A.D. Mougin

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A large, superb and very decorative original antique French clock by the famous maker A.D. Mougin. It is boldly modelled in the Rococo style in finely gilded bronze. Asymmetric waisted case, decorated profusely with sweeping acanthus leaves, 'C' scrolls and floral swags. To the top is a large elaborate final of a stylised flaming lamp...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze Rococo Clock

$3,251

H 19.25 in W 11 in D 6.75 in

Previously Available Items

Vintage Le Ore Italian Louis XIV Boulle Style Marquetry Mantel Clock & Stand 80"

Located in Dayton, OH

Stunning Italian Boulle style mantel clock by Le Ore New Art International. Le Ore is a small Italian family manufacturer that specializes in intricate and colorful wood inlay. Featu...

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Late 20th Century Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Gold Plate, Brass

Vintage Le Ore Italian Louis XIV Boulle Style Marquetry Mantel Clock & Stand 80"

H 80 in W 31 in D 12.25 in

Limoges France Cobalt Blue Porcelain Desk Clock 22 Karat Gold

By Limoges

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Limoges France Porcelain Imperial Blue Cobalt Battery Operated Desk Clock Vintage Limoges gilded French cobalt blue porcelain clock featuri...

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1970s French Vintage Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Porcelain

Limoges France Cobalt Blue Porcelain Desk Clock 22 Karat Gold

H 5.25 in W 4 in D 2 in

Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze and Chased Cartel Clock, 19th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Louis XIV style gilt bronze and chased cartel clock, 19th century. Cartel, Louis XIV style gilt bronze and chased clock, 19th century, porcelain dial, large decoration, requires a s...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze and Chased Cartel Clock, 19th Century.

H 36.23 in W 27.56 in D 8.67 in

Important French Table Clock, Louis XIV, 18th Century

By France"

Located in Madrid, ES

Important French table clock, Louis XIV. 18th century wooden box covered with marquetry "de Boulle". Applications in cast, chiseled, relie...

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18th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Wood

Important French Table Clock, Louis XIV, 18th Century

H 44.1 in W 28.75 in D 24.81 in

Louis Philippe Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figural Mantel Clock 19th Century

By Jules Louis Philippe Coignet

Located in Madrid, ES

A Louis Philippe gilt and patinated bronze figural mantel clock second quarter 19th century Surmounted by the crouching Venus with tortoise after the model by Antoine Coysevox...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

Louis Philippe Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figural Mantel Clock 19th Century

H 20.87 in Dm 11.82 in

19th Century Religious Clock in Louis XIV Style

Located in Paris, FR

Napoleon III religious clock in Louis XIV style inlaid with turtle shell, ebony and brass imitating Boulle marquetry. Very beautiful architecture of the cabinet, the door flanked by ...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Brass, Bronze

19th Century Religious Clock in Louis XIV Style

H 23.63 in W 13.78 in D 7.88 in

Stunning Louis XIV Boulle Gilt Bronze Table Clock, France, 19th Century

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Paris, FR

Rare and tall Louis XIV style cartel table clock entirely covered with Boulle style marquetry in engraved brass on a background of brown tortoiseshell. The inside part of the door a...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Brass, Bronze

Stunning Louis XIV Boulle Gilt Bronze Table Clock, France, 19th Century

H 25.99 in W 11.82 in D 4.73 in

19th Century Palais Royal Inkwell and Watch Holder

Located in New Orleans, LA

Shimmering mother-of-pearl envelopes this outstanding watch holder and inkwell. The magnificently detailed, pierced screen secures a timepiece and diminutive mirror...

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19th Century French Antique Louis XIV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Bronze

19th Century Palais Royal Inkwell and Watch Holder

H 12 in W 7 in D 5.25 in

Louis Xiv table clocks and desk clocks for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Louis XIV table clocks and desk clocks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 19th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage table clocks and desk clocks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Louis XIV table clocks and desk clocks made in a specific country, there are Europe, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original table clocks and desk clocks, popular names associated with this style include Coduri of Lyon, France, and Clodion France. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for table clocks and desk clocks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,563 and tops out at $39,800 while the average work can sell for $15,754.