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Phillip Avenell of Farnham English Tall Clock with Japanned Case circa 1770
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of an English tall clock with japanned case by clockmaker Phillip Avenell of Farnum
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1770s English Georgian Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Metal, Brass
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Rococo Mora Clock in Original Green Paint
Located in San Angelo, TX
Here is a beautiful 18th Century Swedish Rococo style wooden longcase Mora clock with its original
Category
18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Enamel
American Federal Grain Painted and Stenciled Tall Clock by Rufus Cole
Located in Essex, MA
A Rare and Complete American Federal Tall Case Clock. Riley Whiting Wooden Works, original. A
Category
Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Pine
18th Century French Decorative Long Case Clock with Newly Refurbished Mechanisms
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 18th century French decorative long case clock with newly refurbished mechanisms.
Please
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18th Century French Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Wood
19th Century Northern Swedish Painted Wood Floor Clock with Unique Crest
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 19th century Northern Swedish clock an exaggerated bonnet/crest. This handsome Swedish clock is
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19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Metal
English 18th Century Chinoiserie James Hewitt of Sunderland Tall Case Clock
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English George III period tall case clock from the mid 18th century, with chinoiserie décor and
Category
Mid-18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Wood
19th Century Swedish Painted Wood Floor Clock, Soft with Minimal Embellishments
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 19th century Swedish floor clock. This antique clock from Sweden is simple and unassuming with
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Metal
19th Century Swedish Painted Wood Longcase / Floor Clock with Scraped Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 19th century painted wood Swedish clock. This Swedish clock from the 1820s features a round face
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19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Wood
Antique Regency Year Calendar Mahogany Longcase Clock by John Miller of Bedford
Located in Devon, GB
A fine English Regency mahogany regulator longcase, the beautiful flame veneered case with shallow arch and ogee moulded hood. The 12 inch ogee shaped silvered dial is of the regulat...
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Early 1800s English Regency Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany and Ormolu Longcase Clock, circa 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany and ormolu longcase clock, circa 1890.
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock with Rocking Ship Automation, Jos. Kent, London
Located in Norwich, GB
Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock with Rocking Ship Automation, Joseph Kent, London.
Fine flame
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1810s English Georgian Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
18th / 19th C! Antique French Provincial Style, Carved, 125 H, Longcase Clock!
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning 18th / 19th C! Antique French Provincial Style, Carved, 125 H, Longcase Clock!!
Antique
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Early 19th Century French Provincial Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Wood
Japanned steel clock face with English roses by Edmund Sagar, 1793-1805
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Japanned steel clock face with English roses in the spandrels and center with an Arabic numeral
Category
Late 18th Century British Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Steel
Early 19th Century Aaron Willard Jr Tall Case Clock w/ Paul Revere Printed Label
By Aaron Willard, Jr.
Located in Milford, NH
An exceptional mahogany tall case clock by well known Boston clockmaker Aaron Willard Jr (1783-1864
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Brass, Iron
Late 18th Century Mahogany longcase clock, by
Chater and Son
London
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality late 18th century London longcase clock by 'Chater and Sons, London'. Having a
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Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Brass
Antique George III Superior Quality Mahogany Inlaid Eight Day Longcase Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III superior quality mahogany inlaid eight day longcase clock having a magnificent
Category
Early 1800s English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Other
$6,500 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique George III Quality Eight Day Brass Face Oak Longcase Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III quality eight day brass face oak longcase clock having an attractive shaped top
Category
1780s English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Brass
$5,118 Sale Price
20% Off
A ‘Black Forest’ linden wood long case clock by Spring of Interlaken
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A ‘Black Forest’ linden wood long case clock by Spring of Interlaken, the square silvered dial
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Wood
Outstanding Quality Antique George III Oak
Burr Oak Brass Face Longcase Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique George III oak and burr oak brass face longcase clock by William
Category
18th Century English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Brass
$4,364 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Tall Case Clock from Lyon
Located in Dallas, TX
Towering at an impressive 9 feet, this monumental Louis XV antique longcase clock was crafted in
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Walnut
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Longcase Clock by Dan Williams, Crickhowell
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III quality mahogany longcase clock by Dan Williams of Crickhowell having a shaped
Category
19th Century European George III Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Other
$3,086 Sale Price
20% Off
American Federal Mahogany Tall Case Clock, Silas Hoadley, CT, Circa 1820
By Silas Hoadley
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal mahogany one day tall case clock with the original brass ball finials resting on
Category
1820s American Federal Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Brass
Antique French Provincial Tall Case Clock In a Painted Case, ca. 1870
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
Very decorative and charming French tall case clock featuring a painted pine case adorned with
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Late 19th Century French Country Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Louis XV Style Bronze Ormolu Mounted Tall Case Clock Manner of Zwiener
By Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
clock represents the pinnacle of turn of the century horological artistry, executed in the distinctive
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 19th Century Tall Case Clock by James Hogg, circa 1820
Located in Nantucket, MA
Early 19th century tall case clock by James Hogg, from village of Gifford near Edinborough, circa
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1820s Scottish Regency Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
Antique George III 18th Century Quality Brass Faced 8 Day Longcase Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III 18th century quality brass faced 8 day longcase clock by John Pollard of
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18th Century English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Brass
$4,637 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Century carved mahogany long case clock by Maples
Co of London
Located in Martlesham, GB
A magnificent and excellent quality early 20th Century mahogany long case clock by Maples & co of
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1910s British Edwardian Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century French Faux Bois Painted Tallcase Clock with Pressed Gilt Metal
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th Century French Faux Bois Painted Tallcase Clock with Pressed Gilt Metal & Enamel Face, signed
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19th Century French Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Wood
Good Quality Regency ‘Egyptian Style’ Mahogany Longcase Clock by John Grant
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A good quality Regency ‘Egyptian style’ mahogany longcase clock by John Grant, the case surmounted
Category
19th Century English Regency Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Swedish Painted Wood Clock with Scalloped Base and Original Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish 18th century clock with original paint and delicately carved crest. This clock retains
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18th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Wood
English George III 18th Century Japanned Tall Case Clock with Chinoiserie Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English George III period Chinoiserie parcel gilt and japanned tall case clock from the 18th
Category
18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Brass
French Late 18th-early 19th C. Fine Cherry Tall Case Clock
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A neoclassical style case with pilaster supports and a chapeau de gendarme bonnet, A glazed door over the face with enamel dial and lovely repousse brass surround topped with sea mon...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Cherry
19th Century Cold Painted Bronzed Arab Statue and Clock, After; Louis Hottoot
By Louis Hottot
Located in Brighton, Sussex
front of a castellated clock tower. The white enamel clock face with an eight day duration movement and
Category
19th Century French Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Spelter
Swedish 19th C. Floor Clock w/Column Body, Faux Marbling
Architectural Bonnet
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish 19th century long case clock. This Swedish floor clock, circa 1820s, features a semi
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Plaster, Wood
George III Oak Cased Thirty Hour Longcase Clock by Francis Whitton, Norwell
Located in Norwich, GB
George III longcase clock by Francis Whitton, circa 1740.
The case is made from the finest
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1740s English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Oak
Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mounted Long Case Clock, 1860, by Balthazar, Paris
By André Balthazar 1
Located in Brighton, Sussex
Pendulum clock "Regulateur de parquet" after Jean-Henri Riesener Napoleon III, Paris, circa 1850
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
Swedish Gustavian Mora Clock in Original Green Orange Colors, Early 19th Century
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish antique mora clock dating from early/ 1800s featuring green paint with orange details that
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Pine
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
18th Cent. Chinoiserie Tall Case Clock with Faux Tortoiseshell and British Ship
Located in Richmond, VA
Incredible 18th century chinoiserie tall case clock with faux tortoiseshell and scenes included
Category
Early 18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Oak, Lacquer
Napoleon III Pedestal Clock “Parquet Regulator” after Jean-Henri Riesener, 1734
Located in Berlin, DE
A Model of Jean Henri Riesener (Received Master in 1768) executed in 1785. (inv. OA 5501 In Louvre Museum). 19th Century. This fine and sumptuous “Regulateur de Pendule” presents a f...
Category
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Bronze
17th Century Charles II Month Going Marquetry Longcase Clock by John Wise
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A superb Charles II month duration floral marquetry longcase clock by the well-known maker John
Category
17th Century British Charles II Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Brass, Steel
French Mid 18th Century Louis XV Period Tall Case Clock, circa 1740
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational French Louis XV period, circa 1740, tall case clock with an extremely rare mechanism
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
Fine English Renaissance Revival Mahogany Chiming Tall Case Clock. Circa 1890, R
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fine English Renaissance Revival Mahogany Chiming Tall Case Clock.
Circa 1890, Russells Ltd.
The
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19th Century Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Wood
Gilt Bronze and Parquetry Standing Clock by Kahn in the Régence Style
By E. Kahn
Located in London, GB
Gilt bronze and parquetry standing clock by Kahn in the Régence style
French, early 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century French Régence Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
Antique George III Quality 8 Day Oak Longcase Clock by Walker of Nantwich
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III quality 8 day oak longcase clock by Walker of Nantwich having a quality oak case
Category
19th Century English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Oak
$4,856 Sale Price
20% Off
Fine George III 18th Century Period Mahogany Longcase Clock by Tomas Fowle
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A fine George III period mahogany longcase clock of excellent colour, patination and proportions
Category
Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
A Swedish Fryksdahl Clock Circa 1831 w/ Reed Textured Belly
Swag Carved Apron
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 19th century Swedish Fryksdahl clock. This Swedish clock features a lovely carved crest with
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Glass, Wood
Antique George III Quality Brass Face Oak Longcase Clock by William Lister
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III quality brass face oak longcase clock by William Lister having a quality oak
Category
Early 1800s English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Brass
$4,315 Sale Price
20% Off
English Chestnut and Mahogany Tall Case Clock. John Coates, London, Circa 1750
By John Coates
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chestnut and Mahogany tall case clock with broken arch pediment, floral rosettes, original
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1750s English George II Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Brass
Swedish 19th C. Mora Longcase Clock w/it
s Original Metal Face, Hands
Movement
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish, 19th century painted wood clock. This Swedish Mora clock has a whimsical geometric style
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19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Glass, Wood
Swedish Black Lacquered and Gilt Chinoiserie Tall Case Clock, Lanner, Circa 1775
By Josua Lanner
Located in Charleston, SC
Swedish black lacquered and gilt Chinoiserie tall case clock with arched decorative floral hood
Category
1770s Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Ormolu, Steel
George III Mahogany Longcase Clock by William Taylor of Whitehaven, Cumbria
Located in Essex, MA
William Taylor lived 1738 till 1801. Beautiful case with unusual fret carved sides of case. The carved broken arched pediment with carved rosettes and trailing vine, reverse glass pa...
Category
1770s English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
Antique George III Mahogany and Oak Longcase Clock by Hudfon of Nottingham
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III mahogany and oak longcase clock by Hudfon of Nottingham having a quality inlaid
Category
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Oak
$3,769 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Welsh Country Oak Long Case Clock by Wm Jones of Llanfyllin
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th century Welsh Country oak long case clock by Wm Jones of Llanfyllin.
19th Century Country
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19th Century Georgian Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Oak
Scottish Mahogany Swan Neck Satinwood Patera Inlaid Tall Case Clock, Circa 1780
By Charles Campbell
Located in Charleston, SC
Scottish mahogany eight day tall case clock with three sphere brass finials, a swan neck satinwood
Category
1780s Scottish Regency Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Brass, Steel
A Swedish 19th C. Long-Case or Floor Clock w/ Beautifully Exaggerated Crown
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 19th century Northern Swedish painted wood clock. This Swedish clock from Norrbotten County
Category
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Glass, Wood
18th C French Walnut Louis XV Longcase Clock from Meslay by Patou-Collin
Located in Southampton, NY
French walnut Louis XV longcase clock from Meslay by Patou-Collin, 18th C.
A lovely clean lined
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Walnut
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
Category
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks
Materials
Glass, Wood
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Antique Grandfather Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of antique grandfather clocks is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique grandfather clocks — often made from wood, metal and softwood — can elevate any home. Antique grandfather clocks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique grandfather clocks made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Antique grandfather clocks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Tiffany
Co., Daniel Delander and Goisbault are consistently popular.
How Much are Antique Grandfather Clocks?
Prices for antique grandfather clocks start at $275 and top out at $248,500 with the average selling for $5,499.
Finding the Right Grandfather-clocks-longcase-clocks for You
Antique grandfather clocks and longcase clocks are staples of old-world design sensibilities, and, along with their storied history, these statuesque timepieces can bring a feeling of warmth to living rooms, dining rooms and other areas of your home.
Longcase clocks, which originated in England and were manufactured in the United States beginning in the 1700s, refer to tall clocks with a face and clock works positioned high in the housing while a large swinging pendulum movement is tucked inside the case, which is supported by a carved base called a plinth.
While guests making their way through your foyer (another ideal location for such a furnishing) might typically refer to your longcase clock as a “grandfather clock,” there are actually three varieties of these stylish floor clocks, which include granddaughter clocks (the shortest, generally not one solid piece of wood and around three to five feet tall), grandmother clocks (the slimmer middle ground, between five feet and six feet tall) and grandfather clocks, which are typically between six and seven feet tall.
Sculptural and statement-making, antique grandfather clocks created by the likes of the Seth Thomas Clock Company, the Howard Miller Clock Company, Hermle or other clockmakers are an alluring choice in filling up space in a room, while the shorter longcase clocks are just as useful if you need an element that is comparatively muted or you’re working with limited space.
Each generation of artisan clockmakers, working in various furniture styles over time, contributed its own flourishes to the design of longcase clocks. Antique grandfather clocks in the Georgian style share commonalities with neoclassical design. They were often made in dark woods such as mahogany and feature intricate carving. Mahogany is also common for Victorian-era grandfather clocks, although examples of this style can be found in oak and walnut too. Designers of contemporary grandfather clocks are using a range of materials.
It’s easy to get confused when determining the origins or value of an antique grandfather clock or other vintage longcase clock. While an antique appraiser will be able to tell quickly, searching for a manufacturer’s name engraved on the face and dial of the clock may be an easy way to learn about the history of your clock.
Find a distinctive variety of antique grandfather clocks and longcase clocks on 1stDibs, and browse our collection of unusually beautiful clocks, wall clocks, desk clocks and other vintage clocks too.
Questions About Antique Grandfather Clocks
- Are grandfather clocks valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique grandfather clocks tend to be more valuable than contemporary ones. Even if it doesn't work, an antique grandfather clock can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, as long as it's in good condition.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A tubular chime grandfather clock has a very rich sound that is deeper and holds on longer than chime rod mechanical clocks. As the name implies, grandfather clocks strike a chime. A tubular chime is shaped like a tube with an open center, whereas chime clocks do not have that added center space. Shop a collection of grandfather clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The moon on a grandfather clock is a dial that allows you to track the phases of the moon. It features 28 different points corresponding to the 28 days of a lunar cycle. Find a variety of grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A grandfather clock's worth is dependent on its condition, maker, material, and age. On 1stDibs, a grandfather clock costs anywhere from $595 to $197,632.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Golden Age of grandfather clocks is the name of the period of time during which the earliest grandfather and longcase clocks were made. It began in the 1660s and lasted until the 1730s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique grandfather clocks.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A mini grandfather clock is called a grandmother clock. It shares the same basic stylistic features as a traditional grandfather clock but usually has a narrower case and is under 6 feet, 3 inches tall. On 1stDibs, find a range of grandmother clocks.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A hanging grandfather clock is sometimes called a long case or tall case clock. The name comes from the fact that the clock has the same elongated body as a grandfather clock. Its dimensions are necessary to accommodate a swinging pendulum. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of grandfather clocks.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Grandfather clocks have been manufactured by different makers for hundreds of years, so the first step to find out if yours is a real antique is to look for the maker’s mark. The company name could be engraved on the face of the clock or somewhere inside. You might also find a copyright or identifying numbers which you can use to look up the date of manufacture. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly-vetted antique grandfather clocks from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most historians believe that early grandfather clocks were 6 feet tall because the long case was required to hold a pendulum of adequate length to power their movement. Some clocks are even larger, though this is likely to give them a more substantial, decorative look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of grandfather clocks.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Howard Miller grandfather clocks can be identified by a label located on the back of the clock, or inside of the front door or the inside of the back panel behind the movement. Older models may have “Made in Germany” on the label. Find a variety of authentic Howard Miller grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To read the moon dial on a grandfather clock, use the numbers and markings that appear along the outer edge. For example, if "20" is in the 12 o'clock position, the lunar cycle is currently on its 20th day. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of grandfather clocks.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Old grandfather clocks are worth anywhere from a few hundred dollars to $100,000, on average. A high quality, full functioning antique grandfather clock will fetch around $3,000. Those that are highly detailed will typically garner higher prices.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021To get your grandfather clock to chime correctly, you must wait until the next hour count and note how many hours the clock chimes and then move the hour hand to the hour the clock chimed. Then you can reset the clock to the proper time.1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021You can get your grandfather clock to chime correctly in a few easy steps. Firstly, wait for the next hour to chime on the clock. After that, count how many hours your grandfather clock chimes. With your finger, move the hour hand to the number of the hour count, and reset the time clock to the correct time. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with an antiques appraiser or related professional for help. Find a variety of grandfather clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 5, 2024To determine the value of a Howard Miller grandfather clock, look for the serial number and check trusted online resources and auction houses to see the sales prices of pieces of similar age and style. This should at least help provide an estimate with respect to how much your item is worth. Keep in mind that the age, rarity and condition of any antique or vintage clock will also impact its value.
Your Howard Miller clock may have a label that is affixed to the back of the clock or is tucked inside the case on the back or side. The clock's model and serial number will appear on this label. If you're able to hunt down and consult vintage trade catalogs, these numbers will be of help in identifying the clock.
If the original parts of your Howard Miller grandfather clock have been replaced or repaired, this will also be a factor in determining its value. Because there is a range of aspects that can affect the value of your grandfather clock or any other antique, it's typically a good idea to have a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer evaluate a clock. An expert can properly assess the condition of your clock and likely give you a clear picture of how much it's worth.
On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage Howard Miller grandfather clocks, wall clocks and table 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.
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Antique Scottish Longcase Clocks
Burr Walnut Clock
Fryksdahl Clock
Antique Advertising Cabinet
Boston Clock
French Comtoise Clock
French Comtoise