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Lovely quality antique Edwardian carved oak banjo clock barometer
Located in Ipswich, GB
Lovely quality antique Edwardian carved oak banjo clock barometer, having a quality barometer and
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian All Antique Clocks
Materials
Oak
$1,048 Sale Price
20% Off
Stunning Mother
Child 1906 Sterling Silver Repouse Mantle Clock Must See
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
mantle clock depicting and mother and child
This clock is in totally original condition, apart from
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian All Antique Clocks
Materials
Sterling Silver
19th C. Swedish Carved Pine Wood Clock Grandmother Grandfather Long Case Antique
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th C. Swedish Carved Pine Wood Clock Grandmother Grandfather Long Case Antique . Freestanding
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish All Antique Clocks
Materials
Metal
$8,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Bailey, Banks
Biddle 8 Day Minute Repeater Stone Desk Clock Contemporary Frame
By Bailey, Banks
Biddle
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bailey, Banks & Biddle
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / 8 Day Clock
MOVEMENT
Category
1910s Swiss Art Deco All Antique Clocks
Materials
Agate
Gilt Bronze and Ebony Table Top /Mantel Clock French 19 Th Century
Located in Houston, TX
This clock is very dramatic in appearance with bright gold gilt ornamentation
With designs in
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19th Century French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Bronze
$8,750 Sale Price
30% Off
French 19th century Louis XVI st. Bronze, Ormolu and Marble Clock, by Denière
By Jean-François Denière
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Griotte marble clock, by Jean Francois Denière. This stunning clock is raised by four Ormolu topie shaped
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI All Antique Clocks
Materials
Griotte Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
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
Category
19th Century French Louis XIV All Antique Clocks
Materials
Brass, Ormolu
French Napoleon III Ormolu and Marble Carriage Clock signed by Ed. Chartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful French Napoleon III ormolu carriage clock, with all five panels mounted in red marble
Category
1880s French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Unique Hand Carved Black Forest Tree Trunk Grandfather or Longcase Clock w. Bear
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning clock for the collectors of very rare and truly stylish Black Forest antiques.
Tree trunk
Category
Early 20th Century European Black Forest All Antique Clocks
Materials
Brass, Iron
18th Century Elegant French Louis XIV Hand Carved Tall Case Clock with Rooster
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and completely original, antique oak grandfather or lantern clock, circa 1750.
This very
Category
Mid-18th Century French French Provincial All Antique Clocks
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Fantastic quality antique Victorian carved oak banjo clock barometer
Located in Ipswich, GB
Fantastic quality antique Victorian carved oak banjo clock barometer having a quality carved oak
Category
Early 19th Century English Early Victorian All Antique Clocks
Materials
Glass, Oak
$1,153 Sale Price
20% Off
A Regence Style Grand Cartel de Applique In the Manner of André-Charles Boulle
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
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This impressive and large cartel clock has a circular, arabesque chased, brass dial with Roman numerals
Category
19th Century French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Bronze
French 19th Century Louis XV St. Ormolu Signed Garniture Set
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning French mid 19th century Louis XV st. ormolu clock and candelabra garniture set, signed
Category
19th Century French Louis XV All Antique Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
Nautical Desk Timepiece from the Guilmet Industrial Series.
By Andre Romain Guilmet
Located in Amersham, GB
that this clock was made by Guilmet.
André Romain Philéas Guilmet was an obsessive inventor who took
Category
1890s French Industrial All Antique Clocks
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Gold Plate, Brass, Nickel
Grimaldi and Johnson, Strand, London. Miniature Bracket Timepiece
By Grimaldi
Johnson
Located in Amersham, GB
bell top bracket clock case of a design particularly associated with this firm, the silvered roman dial
Category
1810s English Regency All Antique Clocks
Materials
Brass, Steel
Tiffany
Co. Art Deco Agate Stone Desk Clock
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
angles. This impressive clock looks great on a desk whether it faces you or the other person seated at
Category
1920s Swiss Art Deco All Antique Clocks
Shreve
Co Jade Carriage Clock with Exposed Escapement Sterling Hardware 1915
By Shreve
Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Shreve & Co
STYLE / REFERENCE: Victorian Style Carriage Miniature Carriage Clock
Category
1910s All Antique Clocks
A sculpture depicting a french bulldog holding a pendulum clock, France 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
A sculpture depicting a french buldog holding a pendulum clock. Over a green marble base, with
Category
Early 20th Century French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Bailey, Banks
Biddle 8 Day Minute Repeater Stone Desk Clock Contemporary Frame
By Bailey, Banks
Biddle
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Bailey, Banks & Biddle
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / 8 Day Clock
METAL / MATERIAL
Category
1910s Swiss Art Deco All Antique Clocks
A Mudhook Yacht Club racing prize
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
& William Sorley were watch and clock makers, jewellers and silversmiths to the nobility and the leading
Category
Early 20th Century English All Antique Clocks
Materials
Silver
Original 1927 Russian poster advertises a state-sanctioned lottery in Samarkand
Located in PARIS, FR
ornamental clocks, all symbolizing luxury and abundance.
What makes this poster especially striking is its
Category
1920s All Antique Clocks
Materials
Paper, Lithograph
The Port of Newcastle Upon Tyne - British 1914 marine art oil painting
By Joseph Henry Kirsop
Located in Hagley, England
and clock of All Saints Church and also the unusual spire of the Cathedral Church of St Nicholas. A
Category
1910s Realist All Antique Clocks
Materials
Oil
$6,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Italian-transalpine time dial paper on wood board. Giusti, Nerici, Italy 1781.
Located in Milan, IT
Quadrant to precisely regulate wheel clocks at all Hours of the day. Built according to the Tables of Mr
Category
1780s Italian All Antique Clocks
Materials
Brass
A Swiss Perpetual Minute Repeater Chronograph Full Hunter Pocket Watch C1900
Located in Mayfair, London, London
minute intervals, the day of the week in Swedish which is very different to find at twelve o'clock, the
Category
19th Century Swiss All Antique Clocks
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pair of torcheres “Night”
“Day” model by Carrier-Belleuse
E.Colin, 19th C
By E. Colin
Cie 1, Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
Located in PARIS, FR
presented for the first time at the Paris Universal Exhibition of 1867. It was then used on a big clock made
Category
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III All Antique Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique Set of Three Victorian Silhouettes 19th Century
Located in London, GB
, four children with an Edwardian attired lady, and three children a lady and a longcase clock. They are
Category
1880s All Antique Clocks
Materials
Other
The « Nymphs » Bowl by A-E Carrier-Belleuse and H. Journet
Cie, France, c 1878
By H. Journet
Cie, Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
Located in PARIS, FR
his candelabras, vases and clocks, all chased remarkably, had a considerable success during the Second
Category
1870s French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Onyx, Bronze
Verge Crown Wheel Key Winding 18K Yellow Gold Ornate Pocket Watch
Located in Washington Depot, CT
mechanical escapement, the mechanism in a mechanical clock that controls its rate by allowing the gear train
Category
Mid-19th Century English All Antique Clocks
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ferdinand Barbedienne, Cloisonné Enamel Arabesque Crucifix, France 19th Century
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in PARIS, FR
decorative arts, including furniture, clocks, and candelabras, all crafted with the same level of precision
Category
19th Century French Romantic All Antique Clocks
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Antoine Louis Barye, Panther of India on Inkwell, Ferdinand Barbedienne Edition
By Antoine-Louis Barye, Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in PARIS, FR
decorative arts, including furniture, clocks, and candelabras, all crafted with the same level of precision
Category
1890s French Romantic All Antique Clocks
Materials
Marble, Metal, Bronze
Antoine-Louis Barye, "Peace" Sculptural Bronze, Leblanc-Barbedienne Edition 1920
By Antoine-Louis Barye
Located in PARIS, FR
foundry also produced a wide range of decorative arts, including furniture, clocks, and candelabras, all
Category
1920s French Romantic All Antique Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Abstract Silhouette Hat Portraits - Female Illustrator of Golden Age
By Jessie Gillespie
Located in Miami, FL
, 1917)
Is this Tomorrow?--A. E. Osmond (Ernest Benn, 1949)
All Around the clock: Tales of
Category
1910s Victorian All Antique Clocks
Materials
Ink, Illustration Board, Pen
Art Deco Portois and Fix Viennese Credenza
By Portois
Fix
Located in Dallas, TX
pieces – this Credenza, a Buffet/Sideboard and a Tall Case Clock. All in our Inventory but being sold
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco All Antique Clocks
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Portois and Fix Viennese Buffet Sideboard
By Portois
Fix
Located in Dallas, TX
of 3 pieces – this Buffet/Sideboard, Tall Case Clock ands Credenza. All in our Inventory but being
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco All Antique Clocks
Materials
Brass
French Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Bouquet, Paris circa 1865
By Bouquet à Paris
Located in Dublin, IE
This highly decorated gilt bronze clock by Bouquet has an eight-day movement de Paris, which will
Category
1860s French All Antique Clocks
French Green Painted Mantel Clock by Platel, Paris circa 1900
By Platel, Paris 1
Located in Dublin, IE
This beautiful clock by Platel has delicate painted floral designs to the sides and front. The
Category
Early 1900s French All Antique Clocks
Tiffany
Co. French Champlevé Enamel Gilt Bronze Repeater Clock
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Pasadena, CA
Tiffany & Co. French champlevé enamel bronze clock, circa 1900. Blue floral champlevé enamel
Category
Early 1900s North American All Antique Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Inlaid Mahogany Mantel or Table Clock by A.D. Mougin, Paris, circa 1900
By A.D. Mougin
Located in Dublin, IE
This French, eight-day movement clock will strike hours and half hours on a gong. The very crisp
Category
Early 1900s French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century French Ormolu Cartel Clock
By Samuel Marti
Located in Dublin, IE
Stunning, French ormolu cartel clock.
This beautiful Rococo style wall clock is wonderfully
Category
Early 20th Century French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
19th Century French Miniature Tortoiseshell Bracket Clock
By Vincenti et Cie
Located in Dublin, IE
19th century French miniature tortoiseshell bracket clock, circa 1890.
What a showstopper of a
Category
1890s French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
19th Century, French Ormolu Cartel Clock by Samuel Marti. Circa 1890.
By Samuel Marti
Located in Dublin, IE
19th century, French Ormolu cartel clock, circa 1890.
This is a traditional pattern of case much
Category
Late 19th Century French All Antique Clocks
French First Empire Marble and Ormolu Portico Clock, circa 1800
Located in Dublin, IE
First Empire French portico clock, circa 1800.
This stunning early 19th century clock is an
Category
Early 19th Century French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Early Dutch Walnut Veneered and Carved Longcase Clock by Huygens circa 1690
By Steven Huijgens
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
an oval carved lenticle. A similar panel to the base of the clock which is raised on bun feet
Category
17th Century Dutch Baroque All Antique Clocks
Mid-19th Century French Ormolu Mantel Clock
Located in Dublin, IE
French ormolu clock, circa 1860
This beautiful clock has an eight-day movement de Paris
Category
1850s French All Antique Clocks
3 Piece Gilt Bronze Clock Garniture, Late 19th/Early 20th Century
Located in WILMINGTON, CA
3 piece gilt bronze clock garniture, late 19th/early 20th century.
3 Piece Gilt Bronze Clock
Category
Late 19th Century All Antique Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Black Americana Clock
Located in Toronto, ON
, and operational. Clock inset into banjo, and contains original clock face and old glass lens. Clock
Category
Early 20th Century American All Antique Clocks
Materials
Iron, Metal, Brass
$1,200
Profusely Engraved to All Sides Gilt Bronze Carriage Clock, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
A fully all over engraved gilt bronze carriage clock geneve circa 1870 and retailed in London by
Category
19th Century Swiss All Antique Clocks
Materials
Bronze
An Exquisite Preiod Austrian Empire Bronze Clock
Located in New York, NY
on Clock. Gilt Carved Eagle with Paw feet suspend casing of clock. All original movements, clock in
Category
19th Century Austrian All Antique Clocks
Materials
Bronze
A French Directoire Gilt-Bronze Mantel Clock
Located in San Francisco, CA
the waters below; the stream of water, the broken pitcher and the figure's arm all move when the clock
Category
18th Century and Earlier French All Antique Clocks
Painted Tall Case Clock, Eight-Day Moon Dial Works
Located in Providence, RI
This clock is in its original red paint and retains its original finials and unique rosettes
Category
19th Century American Chippendale All Antique Clocks
Stunning Onyx Clock Garniture
By Medaille D
Argent
Located in Applyby Magna, Staffordshire
A stunning quality onyx clock with a pair of urns, all mounted with ormolu, clock mechanism stamped
Category
1850s French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Onyx, Ormolu
$3,775 / set
French, Ormolu and Pink Porcelain Mantel Clock, circa 1870
Located in Dublin, IE
Ormolu and pink Sevres porcelain mantel clock, circa 1870.
A beautiful French mantel clock with
Category
1870s French All Antique Clocks
William
Mary Walnut
Floral Marquetry Month Duration Longcase Clock
By John Barnett
Located in Knutsford, GB
A William & Mary walnut and floral marquetry longcase clock of one month duration by John Barnett
Category
Late 17th Century English Queen Anne All Antique Clocks
Materials
Walnut
William
Mary Walnut and Floral Marquetry Longcase Clock John Clowes, London
Located in Knutsford, GB
A William & Mary walnut and floral marquetry longcase clock by John Clowes, London. The five finned
Category
Late 17th Century English William and Mary All Antique Clocks
Materials
Walnut
Vienna Regulator Wall Clock, Grande Sonnierre
Located in Chesterfield, GB
I have pleasure in offering for sale a very fine Grande Sonnierre striking true Vienna wall clock
Category
Mid-19th Century Austrian All Antique Clocks
A fine French gilt brass Corniche riche carriage clock with alarm, circa 1900
Located in Amsterdam, NL
panels to all sides.
Lovely clock with slender proportions in good working order. When pushing the
Category
Early 20th Century French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Ormolu Cartel Wall Clock
By Samuel Marti
Located in Dublin, IE
19th century French ormolu Cartel wall clock, circa 1890.
This cartel clock has a beautifully
Category
Late 19th Century French All Antique Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
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All Antique Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of all antique clocks available for sale. Each of these unique all antique clocks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and ormolu. All antique clocks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. All antique clocks made by Louis XVI designers — as well as those associated with louis xv — are very popular at 1stDibs. All antique clocks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Ferdinand Barbedienne, Liberty of London and François Linke are consistently popular.
How Much are All Antique Clocks?
Prices for all antique clocks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, all antique clocks begin at $217 and can go as high as $692,711, while the average can fetch as much as $9,372.
Finding the Right Clocks for You
A sophisticated clock design, whether it’s a desk clock, mantel clock or large wall clock for your living room, is a decorative object to be admired in your home as much as it is a necessary functional element. This is part of the reason clocks make such superb collectibles. Given the versatility of these treasured fixtures — they’ve long been made in a range of shapes, sizes and styles — a clock can prove integral to your own particular interior decor.
Antique and vintage clocks can whisk us back to the 18th and 19th centuries. When most people think of antique clocks, they imagine an Art Deco Bakelite tabletop clock or wall clock, named for the revolutionary synthetic plastic, Bakelite, of which they’re made, or a stately antique grandfather clock. But the art of clock-making goes way back, transcending continents and encompassing an entire range of design styles and technologies. In short, there are many kinds of clocks depending on your needs.
A variety of wall clocks can be found on 1stDibs. A large antique hand-carved walnut wall clock is best suited to a big room and a flat background given what will likely be outwardly sculptural features, while Georgian grandfather clocks, or longcase clocks, will help welcome rainswept guests into your entryway or foyer. An interactive cuckoo clock, large or small, is guaranteed to bring outsize personality to your living room or dining room. For conversation pieces of a similar breed, mid-century modern enthusiasts go for the curious Ball clock, the first of more than 150 clock models conceived in the studio of legendary architect and designer George Nelson.
Minimalist contemporary clocks and books pair nicely on a shelf, but an eye-catching vintage mantel clock can add balance to your home library while drawing attention to your art and design books and other decorative objects. Ormolu clocks dating from the Louis XVI period, designed in the neoclassical style, are often profusely ornate, featuring architectural flourishes and rich naturalistic details. Rococo-style mantel clocks of Meissen porcelain or porcelain originating from manufacturers in cities such as Limoges, France, during the 18th and 19th centuries, exude an air of imperial elegance on your shelves or side tables and can help give your desk a 19th-century upgrade.
On 1stDibs, find a range of extraordinary antique and vintage clocks today.
Questions About All Antique Clocks
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024To identify your antique clock, search for markings on the back of its movement or case. Once you have located these marks, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is. From there, you can continue your research to learn more about your clock's age, style and other characteristics. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Find a wide range of antique clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021An antique bracket clock refers to a portable spring-driven pendulum table clock created in the 17th and 18th centuries. These clocks were equipped with convenient carrying handles and were housed usually in rectangular cases. Shop a collection of antique and vintage bracket clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- How can I spot an antique clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To know if an antique clock is valuable, you'll typically need to have the piece assessed by a certified appraiser or an experienced antiques dealer. The maker and style of the clock will help determine its value (an early American clockmaker’s antique grandfather model, featuring an oak case and decorative carvings, may be very interesting to collectors, for example). Overall condition of your clock also plays a role. Generally, clocks that still work are worth more than those that require repairs. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique, vintage and modern clocks.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a grandmother clock and a granddaughter clock is height. A grandmother clock is a longcase clock that is usually around 60 to 72 inches tall, while a granddaughter clock is one that is 36 to 60 inches high. Both are shorter than a grandfather clock, which typically measures 73 to 90 inches in height. Explore a diverse assortment of grandmother and granddaughter clocks on 1stDibs.
- What are mechanical clocks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A mechanical clock is made with an oscillating mechanism that marks the passing time. An escapement counts its beats. The first mechanical clock was made out of iron, and was first seen in medieval Europe. You’ll find a collection of mechanical clocks from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Where is the elephant clock now?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The original elephant clock designed by Ismail al-Jazari is no longer in existence. However, a larger scale reproduction is on display at the Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Shop a variety of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
- What does a chess clock do?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chess clocks are used primarily to make sure that a player does not overly delay the game. By keeping track of the time spent for each player's move, the total time is tracked.
- What is a travel clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A travel clock is a compact clock that folds flat to be packed in luggage. Some travel clocks have more than one face, allowing you to keep track of the time at home and in your current location. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of travel clocks.
- What is a pendulum on a clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A pendulum in a clock is a swinging weight that is used as the timekeeping element in the clock. An antique pendulum clock is considered a timeless fixture in homes today, a hugely popular decorative piece for your living room or dining room. Shop a collection of pendulum clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a perpetual clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A perpetual clock is one that never requires winding or a battery change to accurately track the time and sometimes also the date. Instead, the clock relies on a gas-filled capsule that shrinks and expands in response to temperature fluctuations to power its movement. On 1stDibs, find a range of perpetual clocks.
- What is a regulator a clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A regulator clock is a generic term used for a wall-mounted clock that is weight-driven by a pendulum. On 1stDibs, you can find a great collection of vintage and modern clocks to choose from.
- What is an anniversary clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An anniversary clock is a table clock that only requires winding roughly once every 400 days. As a result, people sometimes wind them once per year on their wedding anniversaries to celebrate the occasion. Shop a selection of anniversary clocks on 1stDibs.
- What is a mission clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Mission clocks are a style of clock from the 19th century Arts Crafts design movement. Mission clocks are known for their super simplistic design.
- What is an Elliott clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023An Elliott clock is a clock produced by the company J.J. Elliott, Ltd. The clockworks was based in London and patented a unique tubular bell system for their pieces in 1884. In 1924, the company stopped producing clocks. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Elliott clocks.
- What is a sunburst clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023A sunburst clock is a wall clock that features a round face surrounded by spokes of wood or metal. This design resembles a shining sun. George Nelson Associates gets credit for designing the first one for the Howard Miller Clock Company in 1950, but many other creators have introduced their own versions over the years. Shop a collection of sunburst clocks on 1stDibs.
- What is a calendar clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A calendar clock is a timepiece that displays the days of the week and month, phases of the moon and other features, along with hours, minutes and seconds. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary calendar clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is the rarest clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 16, 2024What the rarest clock is today will owe to a particular model's presence on the market. The rarest and most sought-after clocks in the world include those created by Patek Philippe, Waltham Watch Company, Cartier, Hermle, E. Howard Co. and Thomas Tompion.
If a given model designed by one of these manufacturers is scarce, this attribute will be critical to determining its value providing there is demand for it. While other factors are at play when it comes to value, scarcity is important in the world of collectibles.
Clocks designed in recent decades may be worth more than their older counterparts if fewer of the former are on the market. For example, an antique clock manufactured in a large quantity, even if it is an exceptionally decorative object adorned with gilt bronze flowers and tortoiseshell elements, may be worth far less than a one-of-a-kind vintage clock owing entirely to rarity and demand.
A table clock designed by prestigious English clockmaker Thomas Tompion for Queen Mary in 1693 was sold at auction for more than $2 million in 2019, while a clock named the Duc d'Orléans Breguet Sympathique, designed by the Swiss house of Breguet in the 1830s, fetched $6.8 million at auction in 2012. There are an estimated 12 Sympathiques in existence.
Find a collection of clocks for sale on 1stDibs.
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