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Federal Wall Clocks

FEDERAL STYLE

Following the Revolutionary War, the American republic referenced the Roman Republic in its designs to celebrate its independence and declare itself a powerful new country. Imbued with neoclassical elements like those being promoted by architect Robert Adam in Great Britain, antique Federal-style furniture was the first distinctly American style in its melding of ancient influences, European aesthetics and national pride.

Dating roughly from 1790 to 1830, the style featured angular furniture with saber legs and smooth surfaces that contrasted with the curvy Rococo style that was previously in fashion. Eagles were common ornamental motifs on Federal-period furniture, as were cornucopia, lyres, garlands and scrolls, adding subtle flair to pieces characterized by clean lines, geometric symmetry, balanced shapes and a sense of grandeur.

Instead of sculptural carvings, authentic Federal-style furniture was adorned with inlays and patterned veneers that showcased the rich character of different grains and types of wood. As social life tended to be informal in the young country, furniture was often lightweight, so it could be easily rearranged in a drawing room or bedroom. Pieces like dining tables with drop leaves and sideboards became popular, replacing larger chests of drawers.

The Federal style varied by region: Artisans in Charleston, South Carolina, decorated chairs with carved backs, for instance, while those in Baltimore, Maryland, preferred painted details. Its major proponents included father-and-son cabinetmakers John and Thomas Seymour in Boston, Duncan Phyfe and Charles-Honoré Lannuier in New York and Samuel McIntire in Salem, Massachusetts.

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Style: Federal
Antique Seth Thomas Rosewood Office Calendar No 2 No 3 Clock Case Federal
By Seth Thomas Clock Company
Located in Dayton, OH
An exception and rare federal style case for a Seth Thomas calendar clock model No 2 or No 3. Manufactured in the last quarter of the 19th c...
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Late 19th Century Antique Federal Wall Clocks

Materials

Glass, Rosewood

Antique Seth Thomas Rosewood Office Calendar No 2 No 3 Clock Case Federal
Antique Seth Thomas Rosewood Office Calendar No 2 No 3 Clock Case Federal

Antique Seth Thomas Rosewood Office Calendar No 2 No 3 Clock Case Federal

Antique American Simon Willard & Son 8 Day Banjo Clock Patent Timepiece 1825
Located in Portland, OR
Rare antique American Simon Willard & Son Mahogany Patent Timepiece or "Banjo" Clock, Boston, Massachusetts, c. 1825. The case made of Cuban mahogany with figured mahogany panels to ...
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1820s American Antique Federal Wall Clocks

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Mahogany

Antique American Simon Willard & Son 8 Day Banjo Clock Patent Timepiece 1825
Antique American Simon Willard & Son 8 Day Banjo Clock Patent Timepiece 1825

Antique American Simon Willard & Son 8 Day Banjo Clock Patent Timepiece 1825

New Hampshire Federal Mahogany And Tiger Maple Banjo Clock
Located in Essex, MA
With urn finial over a round clock face with painted iron dial and Roman numerals. Hinged glass bezel. Waisted case with finely figured tiger maple flanked by carved mahogany side a...
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1820s American Antique Federal Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass, Iron

New Hampshire Federal Mahogany And Tiger Maple Banjo Clock
New Hampshire Federal Mahogany And Tiger Maple Banjo Clock

New Hampshire Federal Mahogany And Tiger Maple Banjo Clock

American Federal Style Banjo Clock
Located in Asheville, NC
Gilded wood case Banjo clock with decorative brass cutwork and back painted glass, enameled clock face with Roman numerals, brass pendulum and winder. Surm...
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Mid-20th Century American Federal Wall Clocks

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American Federal Style Banjo Clock
American Federal Style Banjo Clock

American Federal Style Banjo Clock

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Federal Style Nautical Battle Scene Banjo Wall Clock by Aaron Willard
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Federal wall clocks for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Federal wall clocks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage wall clocks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, giltwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Federal wall clocks made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall clocks, popular names associated with this style include and Seth Thomas Clock Company. 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 wall clocks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $470 and tops out at $2,800 while the average work can sell for $1,635.

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