Black Antique Clocks
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Black Forest Wall Clocks
Wood, Plaster, Antler
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Onyx, Spelter
Antique 19th Century Unknown Neoclassical Revival Mantel Clocks
Marble, Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Mantel Clocks
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century American Rustic Wall Clocks
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Marble, Brass, Spelter
Early 20th Century American Victorian Mantel Clocks
Marble, Slate
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Mantel Clocks
Spelter
Antique Late 19th Century Baroque Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass, Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Marble
Antique 19th Century French Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Mantel Clocks
Marble, Brass
Antique Early 1800s French Empire Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks
Marble, Slate
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Marble, Metal
Antique 19th Century French Wall Clocks
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Marble, Brass
Antique 18th Century English George III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase ...
Other
Antique 1880s French Empire Revival Mantel Clocks
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Antique 1760s English George III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass, Other
Antique 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Mantel Clocks
Belgian Black Marble, Slate, Bronze
Early 20th Century Edwardian Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks
Brass
Early 20th Century French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Onyx, Spelter
Antique 18th Century English George II Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Wood
Vintage 1920s British Late Victorian Wall Clocks
Metal
Antique Early 1800s English George III Grandfather Clocks and Longcase C...
Other
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Wall Clocks
Brass
Vintage 1920s British Late Victorian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
Vintage 1980s German Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Hardwood
Antique 18th Century European George III More Clocks
Other
Antique 1890s French Industrial Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Carriage Clocks and Travel Cl...
Brass
Antique 1880s Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Early 20th Century English Industrial Nautical Objects
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Industrial Architectural Elements
Sheet Metal
Antique 19th Century American Decorative Art
Metal
Late 20th Century Abstract Expressionist Mixed Media
Paper, Found Objects, Black and White
Antique 1850s Sundials
Wrought Iron
20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Wrought Iron
Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Wall Clocks
Wood
Antique 1890s Austrian Black Forest Wall Clocks
Oak
Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Mantel Clocks
Spelter
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Clocks
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century Victorian Wall Clocks
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Clocks
Enamel, Brass
Antique 1860s French Rococo Mantel Clocks
Antique Late 19th Century American Mantel Clocks
Iron
Antique 1860s French Victorian Mantel Clocks
Marble, Spelter
Antique 1890s French Mantel Clocks
Ormolu
Antique 1860s English Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Slate
Mid-20th Century Decorative Art
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Arms, Armor and Weapons
Metal
Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Mantel Clocks
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Wall Clocks
Metal
20th Century Mantel Clocks
Iron
Early 20th Century More Clocks
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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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Franz Anton Ketterer is believed to be the German clockmaker who invented the cuckoo clock, and he is also one of the founding fathers of the Black Forest clockmaking. Today there are many cuckoo clocks, but to be deemed an authentic Black Forest cuckoo is an honor that is bestowed to only those clocks where every essential part is handmade exclusively in the Black Forest region of Germany. Shop a collection of cuckoo 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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