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Antique Ball Clocks

Gilt Bronze Eagle and Marble Ball Clock, France, circa 1900
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Gilt bronze eagle and marble ball clock. France, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Ball Clocks

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Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

1900 Antique French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Elegant Lady Marble Base Ball Clock
Located in Danville, CA
1900 Antique French Ormolu Gilt Bronze Elegant Lady Marble Base Ball Clock Here we are offering a
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Early 1900s French Antique Ball Clocks

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Rare Art Deco Marble Onyx Mantle Clock w. Bronze Dog Cat, Ball Playing Theme
By Japy Frères
Located in Lisse, NL
Very rare, perfectly running and sculptural, French Art Deco marble pendulum clock. Movement: Japy
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

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Onyx, Marble, Brass, Bronze, Metal

Lovely antique Edwardian quality mahogany inlaid satinwood mantle clock
Located in Ipswich, GB
Lovely antique Edwardian quality mahogany inlaid satinwood mantle clock by Mappin & Webb London
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

Lovely Antique Edwardian quality mahogany inlaid satinwood mantle clock
Lovely antique Edwardian quality mahogany inlaid satinwood mantle clock
$724 Sale Price
20% Off
H 9.45 in W 5.91 in D 3.35 in
18th Century French Louis XV Boulle and Gilt Bronze Bracket Clock
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
gilded ball and acorn. The clock has its original movement rings the hours on a bell which sits on top
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Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Ball Clocks

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Bronze

Fine Marble French Art Deco Mantle Clock Set with Garnitures, circa 1920
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This French Art Deco marble mantle clock set, dating to circa 1920, is a fine example of period
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

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Breccia Marble

Antique Fine Marble French Art Deco Mantle Clock Set with Garnitures, circa 1920
Fine Marble French Art Deco Mantle Clock Set with Garnitures, circa 1920
$1,196 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 8.5 in W 17 in D 5 in
Large 18th Century French Louis XVI White Marble Mantel Clock with Pallas Athena
Located in Berlin, DE
ball feet. Clock of elegant design and size, with silk suspension, bell on half-hour and hour, with
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Ball Clocks

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Carrara Marble, Bronze

B G H, Attri an Arts Crafts Brass Mantel Clock with Stylised Floral Chasing
By Birmingham Guild of Handicraft Ltd. 1
Located in London, GB
Birmingham guild of handicraft, attributed. An Arts and Crafts hand made brass mantel clock, with
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

French 19th Century Gilt and Patinated Figural Clock
Located in Norwood, NJ
supporting ball form clock with porcelain dial.
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Ball Clocks

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Gold Plate, Bronze

Exquisite Swedish 19th Century Clock with Carved Crest and Volutes on the Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite Swedish 19th century floor clock with carved crest topped with a ball. This clock
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Glass, Wood

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Extremely Large Edwardian 8 Day / 200 Hour Ball Clock with Roman Numerals
Located in London, GB
A very rare and extremely large Edwardian Ball / bullseye clock. Having an 8 day / 200 hour
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1910s British Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

French Empire Mantel Clock "The Cup-and-Ball Lesson"
By Dautel
Located in Braine-le-Chateau, BE
French Empire-period clock, circa 1810, "The Cup-and-Ball Lesson". Black marble and ormolu of
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1810s French Empire Antique Ball Clocks

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Marble, Ormolu

Charles X Period Crystal Clock
Located in Antibes, FR
withstands a diamond tip carved crystal ball in which the clock is embedded. This is an item worthy of a
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1820s French Charles X Antique Ball Clocks

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Bronze

Charles X Period Crystal Clock
Charles X Period Crystal Clock
H 16.54 in W 5.91 in D 4.14 in
French Belle Époque Figured Mahogany Mantel Clock with Inlay
Located in Macclesfield, GB
and shell inlay to the front of the case stood on brass ball feet. The clock has a silvered dial with
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Ball Clocks

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Mahogany, Boxwood

German Mahogany Ting Tang Striking Mantel Clock by W&H
By Winterhalder and Hofmeier
Located in Macclesfield, GB
to the front of the case stood on brass ball feet. The clock has a silvered dial with a slow-fast
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Late 19th Century German Victorian Antique Ball Clocks

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Mahogany, Boxwood

19th Century French Gilt Ormolu Bronze and Sevres Porcelain Mantle Clock
By Japy Frères
Located in Aberdare, GB
porcelain mantel clock Very impressive clock in a rare eastern theme Having domed top and shaped three
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1850s French Louis XIV Antique Ball Clocks

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Bronze

French Belle Époque Brass and Porcelain Mantel Clock Set with Vase Garnitures
Located in Macclesfield, GB
two side handles stood on brass ball feet. The mantel clock has acanthus leaf mouldings and is
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

English Regency Figured Mahogany Bracket Clock by Thomas Connald
By Thomas Connald
Located in Macclesfield, GB
ringed carrying handles stood on brass ball feet. The clock has a seven inch white painted dish dial with
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

English William IV Mahogany Bracket Clock with Pull Repeat Action
By John Peterkin
Located in Macclesfield, GB
A very good quality English figured mahogany chamfer top bracket or table clock with ebony
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Mid-19th Century English William IV Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

Glass Ball Clock
Located in New York, NY
Striking turn of the century large size French diamante glass ball clock with deep red and clear
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19th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

Glass Ball Clock
Glass Ball Clock
H 4.5 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Glass Ball Clock
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful European diamante glass ball clock with small clear paste stones set into a bronze case
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19th Century European Antique Ball Clocks

Glass Ball Clock
Glass Ball Clock
H 4 in W 3 in D 3 in
Charming 19th Century Glass Ball Clock, New Haven
Located in Doylestown, PA
This is a beautiful American-made jeweled ball clock. In working condition, though missing its
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Late 19th Century North American American Classical Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

The Congreve Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
protects this eight-day single wire fusée movement and ball bearing clock. A similar clock is on permanent
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19th Century English Antique Ball Clocks

The Congreve Clock
The Congreve Clock
H 24.63 in W 17.63 in D 17.5 in
Congreve Clock
By French Royal Exchange London
Located in New Orleans, LA
protects this eight-day single wire fusée movement and ball bearing clock. A similar clock is on permanent
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19th Century British Neoclassical Antique Ball Clocks

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Silver, Brass

Congreve Clock
Congreve Clock
H 24.63 in W 17.63 in D 17.5 in
French Spherical Weight Mantel Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
. Also known as a "Falling Ball" clock, the gilt brass timepiece is driven by the weight of steel balls
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19th Century French Other Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

French Spherical Weight Mantel Clock
French Spherical Weight Mantel Clock
H 21.5 in W 11.38 in D 6.5 in
Giant Brass and Glass World Time Ball Desk Clock
By Elgin Clocks
Located in London, GB
Elgin National Watch Company, Illinois, USA, early 20th century A Fine giant ball desk clock in
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Early 20th Century American Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

Ball Watch Co. Pendulum Clock
Located in Culver City, CA
Ball Watch Co. wood case pendulum clock manufactured by Seth Thomas, Cleveland. Ohio.
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Early 20th Century Antique Ball Clocks

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Wood, Glass

Ball Watch Co. Pendulum Clock
Ball Watch Co. Pendulum Clock
H 24 in W 16 in D 5 in
French Ball Powered Ferris Wheel Clock
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary antique French Ferris wheel crystal regulator clock is as much a mechanical
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19th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

French Ball Powered Ferris Wheel Clock
French Ball Powered Ferris Wheel Clock
H 21.75 in W 11.375 in D 6.5 in
19th Century Louis XVI Neoclassical Style Bronze Marble Three Piece Clock
Located in Chicago, IL
clock. It is what is called a "Dome" or "Ball" clock. The movement was made by Vincente, a known high
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Ball Clocks

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Marble, Bronze, Enamel

Antique Ansonia Neoclassical Figural Swinging Ball Mystery Clock C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Neoclassical Figural Swinging Ball Mystery Clock “Diana The Huntress” C1890. Measures - 24.75"H x 5.5"W x 8
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19th Century Neoclassical Antique Ball Clocks

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Metal

Art Deco Clock Garniture Set with Two Ball Dancers by P. Sega
By Pierre Sega
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
An Art Deco figural clock garniture set, circa 1920s-30s, Two daring Art Deco ball dancers
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

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Marble, Spelter

Travel Clock
Located in New York, NY
Glass ball-shaped clock with green and clear crystal stones as numbers and surrounding face. In
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19th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

Travel Clock
Travel Clock
H 4 in W 4 in D 3.75 in
Stunning Antique Burr Walnut Mappin Webb Mantle Clock with Claw and Ball Feet
By Mappin Webb
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
and ball feet A very good looking well made and decorative mantle clock, rare to find in Burr
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19th Century English Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

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Walnut

Antique French Congreve Rolling Ball Skeleton Clock 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique French Congreve Rolling Ball Skeleton Clock 19thC Measures- 16''H x 12.5''W x 11.75''D
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19th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

Giant Brass and Glass Antonio Barbarni Ball Desk Clock
Located in London, GB
Waltham, Massachusetts, USA, Early 20th century. A fine giant ball desk clock in brass and glass
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

1900 French Industrial Ferris Wheel Falling Ball Powered Gilt Regulator Clock
Located in Danville, CA
Here we are offering a fantastic mystery Ferris wheel bearing ball driven crystal regulator clock
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Early 20th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

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Crystal, Bronze, Steel, Enamel, Ormolu

Garnier Wall Clock
Located in Fayetteville, AR
convex glass and and large brass ball hanger, the clock mimics the style of a pocket watch. This piece
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Early 20th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass, Steel, Enamel

Garnier Wall Clock
Garnier Wall Clock
H 4 in Dm 15 in
Cartel in Marquetry of Ball, Period of the Xviiith Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Cartel in marquetry of Ball, Period of the XVIIIth Century." Cartel, Wall clock, 18th century
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Ball Clocks

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Bronze

English Victorian Bronze Eagle Desk Clock
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian bronze eagle holding a ball shaped desk clock perching on a bronze dore trimmed
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Ball Clocks

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Bronze

English Victorian Bronze Eagle Desk Clock
English Victorian Bronze Eagle Desk Clock
H 4.51 in W 4.5 in D 4.51 in
19th Century Swedish Frysdahl Wood Clock with Very Special Carved Lion Crest
Located in Atlanta, GA
on a flat base with petite ball feet. This clock is dry scraped and shows much of the wood grain
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19th Century Swedish Antique Ball Clocks

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Wood

Alabaster Pendule The Reader , Vienna, Dated 1825
Located in Greding, DE
Alabaster Pendule clock standing on ball feet with fire-gilded bronze fittings. The rectangular
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1820s Austrian Empire Antique Ball Clocks

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Alabaster, Bronze

Unusual Art Deco Sterling Silver "Ball" Shaped Clock With Pendulum
By Cooper, Pegler Co.
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, Art Deco, sterling silver, "ball" shaped clock on pedestal base, Chester, England, 1927
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

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Sterling Silver

Rare Art Deco 8-Day Sterling Silver Swivel Table Clock on Ball-Footed Stand
By Boaler Co.
Located in New York, NY
Rare, Art Deco, 8-day, sterling silver swivel table clock on ball-footed stand, Birmingham, England
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

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Sterling Silver

1860s French Metal Clock Sculpture
Located in High Point, NC
assemblage rests on a wooden plinth supported by four ball feet. A dozen plus clock skeletons welded into a
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19th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

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Metal

1860s French Metal Clock Sculpture
1860s French Metal Clock Sculpture
H 40.2 in W 29.1 in D 19.7 in
Jerome Company "Flying Ball" Clock
Located in Stamford, CT
A Jerome Company "Flying Ball" clock having original finish & signed paper dial. Patent October 9
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19th Century American Antique Ball Clocks

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Metal

Jerome Company "Flying Ball" Clock
Jerome Company "Flying Ball" Clock
H 10.5 in W 7.25 in D 2.75 in
Mechanical Wind Up Ingraham Desk Small Ball Clock, circa 1900
Located in Van Nuys, CA
unit. Mechanical pocket watch design ball clock, wind the winding knob for running the small clock
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Early 1900s Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

Early 20th Century French Gilded Ball Clock with Guilloche Enamel, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
. The piece is in excellent condition. Height of actual clock 2 3/4” add 1/4 “ for winder D 2 1/4”.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

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Enamel

Antique Mahogany Webb C Ball Grandfather Clock Cleveland Ohio
Located in Toledo, OH
Antique mahogany Webb C Ball grandfather clock Cleveland Ohio, circa 1900. Movement stamped Chas
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Ball Clocks

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Mahogany

Mystery Water Wheel Rolling Ball Gravity Driven Bronze Regulator Clock
Located in Danville, CA
Here we are offering a fantastic mystery Ferris wheel bearing ball driven crystal regulator clock
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Early 20th Century Antique Ball Clocks

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Bronze

18th Century Belgian Tall Case Clock, c1750
Located in valatie, NY
large ball feet. The clock strikes on the hour and the half hour. In running order. N.P. Trent has been
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18th Century Belgian Louis XIV Antique Ball Clocks

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Brass

Art Deco Sterling Silver Eight-Day Table Clock on Ball Feet
By A.L. Davenport Ltd.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco, sterling silver, eight-day table clock on ball feet, Birmingham, England, 1928, A.L
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

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Sterling Silver

Large Glass Ball Clock/Paperweight
Located in London, GB
Large glass 'ball' clock/paperweight with brilliant green and clear paste surround, the face
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Early 20th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

Large Glass Ball Clock with Turquoise Surround
Located in London, GB
Large Glass Ball Clock with Paste and Turquoise Surround. The white enamel face is enamelled with
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19th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

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Glass

Assorted Collection of Antique Ball Clocks
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous and rare collection of early 20th century ball clocks. The largest being 5" in diameter.
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Early 20th Century Modern Antique Ball Clocks

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Glass

Ball Clock by Leroy of Paris
Located in London, GB
Ball clock with red and clear paste surround and coloured numerals, by Le Roy of Paris, c1920
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Early 20th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

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Bronze, Enamel

Rare French Ball Clock on Eagle Theme Holder
Located in New York, NY
We sell many of these Ball clock or paperweight clocks as they are sometimes referred to. This on
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Early 20th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

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Bronze

Rare French Ball Clock on Nautical Theme Holder
Located in New York, NY
We sell many of these Ball clock or paperweight clocks as they are sometimes referred to. This on
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Early 20th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

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Bronze

A Monumental Tiffany 8 Day Ball Clock On A Gilt Bronze Eagle 1920
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
This clock is the ultimate for an executives desk. It stands over a foot and a half tall and makes
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Antique Ball Clocks

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Bronze, Ormolu

An Unusual Lignum wood and silver Trophy Lawn Ball Form Ball 8 day Clock
Located in New York, NY
day clock. Presented to H.M. Tootell, Esq on Sept 3, 1927 from the I.P.M. Bowls Club.
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Early 20th Century British Antique Ball Clocks

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Silver

George III Mahogany Long Case Clock by M. Ball. C 1790
Located in New York, NY
Fine and rare George III mahogany 8-day long-case clock, signed "Michell Ball, London". The 12-inch
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Ball Clocks

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Mahogany

English Mahogany Twin Fusee Bracket Clock
Located in Middleburg, VA
GLASS BACK DOOR ON BRASS BALL FEET. THE CLOCK HAS THE ORIGINAL KEY IN ONE SIDE AND A TYPICAL BRASS
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19th Century English Antique Ball Clocks

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Wood

English Mahogany Twin Fusee Bracket Clock
English Mahogany Twin Fusee Bracket Clock
H 18.5 in W 10.75 in D 6.5 in
19th Century French Marble Mantel Clock Garniture
Located in Bournemouth, GB
An elegant French white and pink marble clock garniture of neoclassical form, with ormolu
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Ball Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Viennese Enamel Figural Miniature Clock
Located in Sarasota, FL
cherub stands on base and holds enamel ball clock over his head. Each enamel section has green background
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Early 20th Century Antique Ball Clocks

French Belle Époque Mahogany Mantel Clock
Located in Macclesfield, GB
A good quality Belle Époque figured mahogany lancet top mantel clock with fan inlay and boxwood
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Ball Clocks

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Boxwood, Mahogany

French Belle Epoque Mahogany Inlaid Mantel Clock
Located in Macclesfield, GB
front of the case stood on brass ball feet. The clock has a silvered dial with engine turned centre and
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Ball Clocks

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Boxwood, Mahogany

Mahogany and Inlay Miniature English Bracket Clock
Located in Buckinghamshire, GB
figure walnut central oval panel and brass ball feet. The clock has a convex glass with an enamel dial
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Early 20th Century European Antique Ball Clocks

19th Century French Bronze Elephant Clock with Pendulum Movement
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in North Hollywood, CA
lowering the weighted ball on the bottom. The clock mechanism is Junghan, the fine German maker. The clock
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1890s French Victorian Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

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Beautiful Art Deco Table by Rex for Louis Vuitton, Paris, 1930s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Art Deco table by Rex for Louis Vuitton, Paris, 1930s.
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1930s French Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Iron

Late 19th Century Sèvres Style Parcel-Gilt Porcelain Jardinière
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Long Island City, NY
A late 19th century Sèvres style parcel-gilt porcelain jardinière Finely painted with numerous colored flowers with green and gold trim, gilt ram heads on either side. In late ...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Ball Clocks

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Porcelain

Antique 18th Century Georgian George III Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest, 1760
Located in Portland, OR
A fine quality George III flame mahogany chest on chest/tallboy, circa 1760. This elegant Georgian mahogany chest on chest is of the finest quality and is made from solid Cuban flame...
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1760s English George III Antique Ball Clocks

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Mahogany

Gilded Peacock Sculpture in Porcelain and Crystal
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture gilded peacock handmade in precious porcelain one by one, feather by feather. Each feather is unique. Made with shiny porcelain, hand-painted with 24-karat gold and preciou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Antique Ball Clocks

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Gilded Peacock Sculpture in Porcelain and Crystal
Gilded Peacock Sculpture in Porcelain and Crystal
$83,180
H 25.6 in W 25.6 in D 13.39 in
"The Aviator", Classic Art Deco Bronze Sculpture w/ Nude Male, after Focht
By Frederic Focht
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This dramatic, highly streamlined bronze with a nude male figure angled toward the sky illustrates a genre of Art Deco sculpture that was pioneered by Frederic Focht (this example is...
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1930s French Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

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Bronze

Tucroma Leather Bed and Nightstands by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani, Italy
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This famous 'Tucroma' bed design, as seen in the Lenny Kravitz Architectural Digest magazine photoshoot, was designed by Guido Faleschini in the 1970s and produced by i4Mariani (Ital...
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2010s Italian Modern Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Tiffany Studios Lotus Pagoda Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Tiffany Studios geometric leaded glass and bronze table lamp features the iconic Lotus Pagoda shade and its complementary original bronze base. The elegant form of the lotus-ins...
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios Lotus Pagoda Lamp
Tiffany Studios Lotus Pagoda Lamp
$298,500
H 30.5 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in
Stunning antique Victorian quality burr walnut mantle clock
Located in Ipswich, GB
Stunning antique Victorian quality burr walnut mantle clock, having a quality burr walnut case with carved scrolls, circular dial with Roman numerals and a front wheel escapement the...
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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Brass

Stunning antique Victorian quality burr walnut mantle clock
Stunning antique Victorian quality burr walnut mantle clock
$896 Sale Price
20% Off
H 9.85 in W 11.42 in D 5.52 in
Large Early Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Model of a Prancing Horse, TL Tested
Located in Austin, TX
A magnificent and large early Tang dynasty (618-906 AD) model of a prancing or dancing horse, circa 7th century. The majestic animal is caught mid-motion, one leg raised, head grace...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Pottery

Guido Faleschini for Mariani Set of Queen Bed Nightstands and Stools in Leather
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guido Faleschini for Mariani, ‘Pace Collection’ set of queen bed, two nightstands and two stools, leather, chrome-plated brass, enameled steel, Italy, circa 1975 This eccentric set...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Georges Beal at Verlys Large and Rare Art Deco Pendant Chandelier, 1920
By Verlys Glass
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This stunning French Art Deco pendant chandelier was designed by Georges Béal and produced by VERLYS in Les Andelys, France, during the 1920s. The chandelier features the iconic "Les...
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Brass

Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Table Clock
By J.E. Caldwell Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
This luxurious and rare table clock is the essence of Art Deco style. Retailed at the renowned J. E. Caldwell Co., this exceptional timepiece is comprised of a French clock mov...
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20th Century American Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Enamel

Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Table Clock
Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Table Clock
$44,500
H 3.25 in W 2.5 in D 2.13 in
Tiffany Studios Dogwood Floral Stained Glass Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios Art Glass and Bronze Dogwood Table Lamp Dogwood Band table lamp New York, USA, c. 1910 Leaded glass, Patinated bronze Height: 21.5 Inches X 16 Inches Diameter (55 × 4...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Fine quality antique marquetry inlaid mantle clock by Thomas A Paris
Located in Ipswich, GB
Fine quality antique 19th century marquetry inlaid mantle clock by Thomas A Paris, having a circular brass bezel with a white enamel signed dial with Roman numerals and the original ...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Brass

Sassone by Angelo Brotto for Esperia
By Angelo Brotto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lamp composed of a heavy base in handmade art crystal with a structure in lightly burnished brass. The shade is in ivory-tone shantung with a conical form.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Sassone by Angelo Brotto for Esperia
Sassone by Angelo Brotto for Esperia
$2,170 / item
H 26 in Dm 13.7 in
Art Deco Blue Glass, Brass Electric Mantle Clock, By Smiths , c1930
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
In the 1930's Smiths Sectric produced a range of high end electric clocks with a distinctly Art Deco feel to them. This handsome chap is a surviving example, in a gorgeous coral blue...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Antique Ball Clocks

Materials

Brass

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Antique Ball Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique ball clocks available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique ball clocks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and bronze. Antique ball clocks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of antique ball clocks to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Empire antique ball clocks are of considerable interest. Antique ball clocks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Cooper, Pegler Co., Dautel and Jerome and Co. are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Ball Clocks?

Prices for antique ball clocks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique ball clocks begin at $1,385 and can go as high as $54,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,800.

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.

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Questions About Antique Ball Clocks
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A rolling ball clock works with an electric motor. Every five or 10 minutes, the top rail will deposit a ball onto the next rail to indicate what minute it is in multiples of five or 10. Every hour, the upper and middle rails reset and one ball is transferred to the bottom rail to indicate the hour. Shop a collection of vintage ball clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Although Sir William Congreve patented the design in 1808, Scottish clockmaker Robert Bryson seems to have invented the rolling ball clock. Examples of his work that predate Congreve's patent have been identified by modern-day historians. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of rolling ball clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Antique carpet balls are stone or ceramic balls decorated in bright colored patterns in specific plaids. They were used as a form of indoor carpet bowling, though now are collected for decorative purposes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Check 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, 2024
    To 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, 2021
    An 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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, 2023
    To 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, 2024
    Yes, 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.