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Mid 19th Century English Grandfather Clock with Painted Round Dial
Located in Greven, DE
Antique English grandfather clock with painted dial in mahogany case The case stands on small
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Mahogany

Tall Mid-20th Century French Carved Painted Grandfather Clock from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
and leave decor. The Grandfather clock is in wonderful working condition with pendulum and weights
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Oak, Paint

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Howard Miller Wall Grandfather Clock Brass Oak
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
grandfather clock, with brass face and pendulum, made at the famous Zeeland Michigan plant, circa the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

Mid-18th Century, French, Louis XV Carved Walnut Grandfather Clock with Rooster
Located in Dallas, TX
hour and half hour. The elegant and tall grandfather clock is in excellent condition commensurate with
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

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Walnut

English Mahogany Grandfather Clock Dated 1850
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
English antique tall-case mahogany grandfather clock, recently serviced and in working condition
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Antique Blue Painted Danish Grandfather Clock
Located in Round Top, TX
The wonderful proportions, color and carved molding of this striking antique grandfather clock are
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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Antique Gray Painted Danish Grandfather Clock
Located in Round Top, TX
This charming Danish grandfather clock was crafted in the traditional early 19th century
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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Wood

White Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-1840
Located in Round Top, TX
Graceful curves accentuate this striking grandfather clock from the famous region of Mora, Sweden
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

Grandfather green lacquer chinoiserie wood European Clock
By A. Santos, Portugal 1
Located in Valladolid, ES
Gorgeous Large grandfather clock, in excellent working order, Winsminster and Ave Maria Clock from
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Vintage 1950s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longc...

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Bronze

Grandfather red lacquer chinoiserie wood European Clock
By A. Santos, Portugal 1
Located in Valladolid, ES
Gorgeous Large grandfather clock, in excellent working order, Winsminster and Ave Maria Clock from
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Vintage 1950s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longc...

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Bronze

Antique Danish Grandfather Clock With Silver Paint
Located in Round Top, TX
The graceful lines and beautiful, detailed carving throughout this clock add to its elegant appeal
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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Wood

George Nelson for Howard Miller Grandfather Clock
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a George Nelson floor clock for Howard Miller Clock Company, model number 622. Solid oak
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcas...

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Brass

Original Painted Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1840
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish mora grandfather clocks are noted by their graceful curves and classic style as seen in
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Wood, Paint

Antique 19th Century Danish Grandfather Clock Painted Black
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique grandfather clock from Denmark, circa 1840-1860 with a newer black painted finish. The
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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Antique Original Brown Painted Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock
Located in Round Top, TX
The lovely paint is all original on this Swedish Mora grandfather clock. The earth tones seen here
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Wood

Original White Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1840
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish mora grandfather clocks are identified by their gentle curves and classic style as seen in
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Wood, Paint

Original Painted Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1840
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish mora grandfather clocks are noted by their gentle curves and classic style as seen in this
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Pine, Paint

Art Deco Walnut Grandfather Clock, England, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
Magnificent Art Deco Grandfather clock dating to the 1930s, England. Extremely hard to source with
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass, Chrome

18th Century French Carved Walnut Grandfather Clock from Lyon
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant antique long case clock from France, circa 1760. This grandfather clock is in working
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

Swedish Blue Pine Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish mora grandfather clocks are identified by their gentle curves and classic style as seen in
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Pine, Paint

White Painted Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish mora grandfather clocks are noted by their gentle curves and classic style as seen in this
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Wood, Paint

Original Brown Painted Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, dated 1855
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique Swedish Mora Grandfather clock with original paint, dated 1855. Pine longcase with original
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Grandfather Clocks and Longcas...

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Pine, Paint

Antique Biedermeier Grandfather Clock, Longcase, Sweden, Birchwood, circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
Unusual antique grandfather clock Sweden birch around 1830 Dimensions: Height 205 cm, Wide 69 cm
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Grandfather Clocks and Long...

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Birch

18th Century French Carved Walnut Grandfather Clock from Lyon
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an entry or dining room with this unique, antique, long case clock. Crafted in Lyon
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

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Walnut

Mid 19th Century Chinoiserie Clock
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A lovely chinoiserie decorated tall clock. Selling in non working condition
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Wood, Paint

18th Century Painted Tall Grandfather "Saint Nicolas" Clock from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant grey blue painted grandfather long case "Saint Nicholas" clock from Normandy, France, circa
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XVI Grandfather Clocks and Longcas...

18th Century Country French Walnut Grandfather Clock with Rooster Movement
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant antique long case grandfather clock from Lyon, France, circa 1760. The rooster movement has
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

Rare George Nelson Howard Miller Burl and Rosewood Grandfather Clock
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
George Nelson grandfather clock with weight driven movement in a modern burl wood and rosewood
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

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Metal

Antique Blue Painted Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, circa 1820-1840
Located in Round Top, TX
Graceful curves create the attractive silhouette of this Swedish mora grandfather clock. Newer
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Wood, Paint

Swedish Mora Clock Fryksdall White Gold Scroll Motif Antique Grandfather A
Located in Lewes, England
. Swedish antique Mora clock in the Fryksdall school finished in White paint with gold edge detailing. This
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Pine

A fine 19th century French Louis XV gilt bronze grandfather clock.
Located in Dallas, TX
A very fine 19th century French Louis XV gilt bronze mounted grandfather clock . Father time atop
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Bronze

19th Century French Empire Comtoise or Grandfather Clock L. Rouffet, Bayonne
Located in Labrit, Landes
Grandfather clock or Comtoise from Pays Basque, France, by Louis Rouffet Jeune Empire 19th century
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Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Grandfather Clocks and...

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Pine

Louis XV Longcase Clock, France, Mid-18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Grand French longcase clock in Louis XV style featuring a mahogany case adorned with finely cast
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

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Bronze, Enamel

Mid 19th Century Black Chinoiserie Clock
Located in Charlottesville, VA
We love chinoiserie. Especially clocks. A great decoration for your home.
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Other Grandfather Clocks and Longcase C...

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Metal

Mid-18th Century painted tall case clock from Northern Italy
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A rare and whimsically painted tall case clock from Northern Italy, dating to the mid-18th century
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Grandfather Clocks and Longcase ...

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Wood

19th Century French Hand Painted Faux Bois Grandfather Clock with Brass Repousse
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid-19th century French pine grandfather clock features a case of hand painted faux bois that
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Enamel, Brass

19th Century French Empire Comtoise or Grandfather Clock with Scenes of Farm
Located in Labrit, Landes
Grandfather clock or Comtoise from South of Bordeaux, France, Empire, 19th century. The pendulum
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Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Grandfather Clocks and...

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Pine

18th Century Mahogany Long Case Grandfather Clock by Conyers Dunlop of London
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning London long case clock, circa 1760.The clock with makers mark Conyers Dunlop London, who
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Grandfather Clocks and Longcas...

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Mahogany

Mid 19th Century Swedish Clock With Blue Paint
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Great looking clock, nice paint and detail. Made in the Mid 19th Century
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Wood, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Howard Miller Lucite Smoke Glass Chrome Led Floor Clock
By Howard Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This marvelous Howard Miller LED clock. Digital time with buttons on the back to adjust the time
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Chrome

Mid 19th century Swedish decorative column long case clock
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century swedish decorative column long case clock circa 1850. Beautiful long case clock
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Pine

Mid-19th Century Swedish Decorative Column Long Case Clock
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid-19th century Swedish decorative column long case clock, circa 1850. Beautiful long case
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Early Victorian Grandfather Clocks and ...

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Pine

Mid 19th century Swedish decorative column long case clock
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century Swedish decorative column long case clock circa 1850. Beautiful long case clock
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Glass, Pine, Paint

Mid 19th century Swedish pine long case mora clock
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century Swedish pine long case mora clock circa 1850. Large Swedish long case mora clock
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Glass, Pine, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Barwick for Howard Miller Lucite Grandmother Clock, 1970s
By Howard Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, standing grandmother clock, with a Lucite face, by Barwick
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcas...

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Lucite

George II Period Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Longcase Clock, Mid-18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Royal Sovereign, and a later 20th century, German movement striking the hours on chime rods, with a
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Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Lacquer

Mid 19th Century Longcase Clock in Shape of a Lyre, Sweden, circa 1850
Located in Greven, DE
Mid 19th Century Grandfather Clock in Lyre Shape Sweden Birch Circa 1850 Dimensions: H x W x D
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass, Iron

Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Carved Burl Walnut Tall Case Clock from Lyon
Located in Dallas, TX
keeping great time and striking on the hour and half hour. The elegant and tall grandfather clock is in
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase...

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Walnut, Burl

Pendulum Clock Feather Mahogany Glass R. Coultish Stanningley, England
Located in Milano, IT
. Manufactured in England, mid-19th century.
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Glass, Mahogany

Antique Blue Painted Swedish Mora Clock
Located in Round Top, TX
Graceful curves and remarkable craftsmanship accentuate this striking antique grandfather clock
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Mora Clock Swedish White 1800s Antique Gustavian
Located in Lewes, England
. Antique Swedish mora clock from the early 1800s in white paint finish and simple detailing with an
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Wood

Danish Long Case Wall Clock
Located in London, GB
A large Danish long case chiming wall clock. Produced in Denmark circa 1960. A solid and bold
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longc...

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Brass

19th Century English Tall Case Clock
Located in Hixson, TN
19th century. English tall case clock with a mahogany case, painted dial face, cluster columns on
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Chippendale Grandfather Clocks and Long...

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Mahogany

Swedish Original Blue Long Case Clock
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish long case clock with hand scraped to original blue paint. The clock shows influences from
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Rococo Grandfather Clocks and Longcase ...

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Pine

Howard Miller "Vercelli" Model Standing Tall Clock
Located in Astoria, NY
Howard Miller "Vercelli" model standing tall clock with cast iron frame and decorative face
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Iron

19th century Swedish birch mora clock
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Swedish Mora longcase clock, circa 1850. Presented in its original birch finish which
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

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Birch

Depared Longcase Clock by Jaime Tresserra
By Jaime Tresserra
Located in Antwerp, BE
High-end longcase clock of the famous Tresserra collection. In dark walnut, with leather detailing
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1990s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Leather, Walnut

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Midcentury Grandfather Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of midcentury grandfather clocks for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and pine, all midcentury grandfather clocks available were constructed with great care. Midcentury grandfather clocks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Georgian and Louis XV midcentury grandfather clocks are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made midcentury grandfather clocks over the years, but those made by Howard Miller, George Nelson and Arthur Umanoff are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Midcentury Grandfather Clocks?

Prices for midcentury grandfather clocks start at $450 and top out at $79,527 with the average selling for $4,884.

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 Midcentury Grandfather Clocks
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique 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, 2022
    A 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, 2022
    The 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, 2021
    A 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, 2022
    The 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, 2022
    A 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, 2022
    A 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, 2022
    Grandfather 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, 2022
    Most 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, 2022
    Howard 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, 2022
    To 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, 2021
    Old 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, 2021
    To 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, 2021
    You 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, 2024
    To 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.