How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?

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.

How do I identify my antique clock?

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.

How can I spot an antique clock?

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.

What is an antique bracket clock?

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.

How do I know if my antique clock is valuable?

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.

Are old antique clocks worth anything?

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.

Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

French Mantel Clocks 19th Century

Bronze Marble Figural Mantel Clocks

1860 French Circa Mantel Clock

French Mantel Ormolu Clock With Candelabra

French Gilt Brass Mantel Clock

French Black Marble Mantel Clock

French Bronze Sculpture And Clock

19th Century Mantel Clock 1860

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1880s French Louis XV Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Enamel, Ormolu

French Napoléon III Ormolu Cartel Clock, after Caffieri, circa 1880

$7,500

19th Century, French Napoleon III Black and Gilt Painted Tole Wall Clock

Located in Dallas, TX

This feminine wall clock was created in France, circa 1870. Octagonal in shape, the antique tole

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Brass, Tôle

19th Century, French Napoleon III Black and Gilt Painted Tole Wall Clock

$1,600

French Napoleon III Oeil De Boeuf Wall Mounted Pendulum Clock, Late 19th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

Napoleon III Oeil de boeuf wall clock South West of France Ebonized wood The French movement is

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Wood

French Napoleon III Oeil De Boeuf Wall Mounted Pendulum Clock, Late 19th Century

$1,302

19th Century Belle Époque/ Napoleon III Bronze Dore Mantle Clock

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A very lovely Rococo-style mantel clock in bronze doré with enamel Roman numerals on the dial. Made

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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

19th Century Belle Époque/ Napoleon III Bronze Dore Mantle Clock

$3,400

Rare French Napoleon III Oeil De Boeuf Hand Painted Wall Mounted Pendulum Clock

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Napoleon III Oeil De Boeuf wall mounted

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Wood

Rare French Napoleon III Oeil De Boeuf Hand Painted Wall Mounted Pendulum Clock

$1,160

19th Century French Napoleon III Mother of Pearl Inlay and Painted Wall Clock

Located in Dallas, TX

This colorful antique wall hanging clock was crafted in France circa 1870; oval in shape, the time

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Enamel

19th Century French Napoleon III Mother of Pearl Inlay and Painted Wall Clock

$1,200

19th Century French Napoleon III Painted Wall Clock with Mother-of-Pearl Decor

Located in Dallas, TX

Elegant antique wall hanging clock from France; crafted circa 1870, the oval clock is hand painted

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Mother-of-Pearl, Glass

19th Century French Napoleon III Painted Wall Clock with Mother-of-Pearl Decor

$750

19th Century French Napoleon III Two-Tone Marble and Brass Mantel Clock by Japy

By Japy Frères

Located in Dallas, TX

striking on the hour and half hour. The Napoleon III black and brown clock is in excellent condition and

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Metal

19th Century French Napoleon III Two-Tone Marble and Brass Mantel Clock by Japy

$1,400

Napoleon III Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figural Mantel Clock, Late 19th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Napoleon III Gilt and patinated bronze figural mantel clock, Late 19th Century: The Buccaneer

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19th Century Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Napoleon III Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figural Mantel Clock, Late 19th Century

$6,000

French Louis XVI Napoléon III Marble and Ormolu Mantle Clock, circa 1880

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A Louis XVI Napoléon III marble and ormolu mantel clock Designed with two women figures with

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1880s French Louis XVI Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Ormolu

French Louis XVI Napoléon III Marble and Ormolu Mantle Clock, circa 1880

$4,026

Black Forest Clock in Carved Oak

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Black forest clock in carved oak, very nice work of the 19th century, 1870 - 1890, Napoleon III

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1870s European Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Wood

Black Forest Clock in Carved Oak

$4,145

Gold Bronze and Enamel Cloisonné Clock

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Clock in gold bronze, enamel and cloisonné Napoleon III period, original gilding Measures

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1870s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Enamel

Gold Bronze and Enamel Cloisonné Clock

$6,513

Napoleon III Table Clock Bronze and Champlevé Enamel

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Napoleon III table clock bronze and champlevé enamel running and with your key origin France

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Enamel

Napoleon III Table Clock Bronze and Champlevé Enamel

$960

Small 19th Century Alcove Wall Clock

Located in Berlin, DE

A small 19th century alcove wall clock, a 'pendules d'alcove' that was usually hanging in an alcove

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Enamel

Small 19th Century Alcove Wall Clock

$1,600

Antique French Variegated Rouge Mantle Clock

Located in Suffolk, GB

This is an unusual 19th century French antique variegated rouge marble and gilt spelter clock with

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble

Antique French Variegated Rouge Mantle Clock

$1,222

Tiffany Co. Fine Ormolu Mantel Clock

By Tiffany Co.

Located in London, by appointment only

France, circa 1870-1880. The porcelain dial signed Tiffany & Co and stamped Tiffany on movement. The fine mercury gilt bronze case standing on four scrolled feet with reeds culmin...

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1870s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

Tiffany Co. Fine Ormolu Mantel Clock

$19,119

19th Century Mantel Clock by Deniere

By Maison Deniere

Located in Brighton, Sussex

An impressive gilded ormolu and bronze mantel by Deniere, Paris. Depicting reclining females reading books, either side of a gilded urn. The eight day striking movement, enamelled di...

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Mantel Clock by Deniere

$12,974

"Allegory of Time" Clock by Jean-Baptiste Delettrez

By Jean-Baptiste Delettrez

Located in Paris, FR

Exceptional mantel clock from the Napoleon III period richly decorated with gilt bronze foliage

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1870s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

"Allegory of Time" Clock by Jean-Baptiste Delettrez

$30,200

French Mantel Clock, Louis XVI Style, 19th Century

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A good quality French Louis XVI style, gilded ormolu mantel clock, having an urn to the top with

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

French Mantel Clock, Louis XVI Style, 19th Century

$3,823

19th Century Louis XVI Style Bronze Ormolu Mantel Clock

By Japy Frères

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A fine Louis XVI style French mantel clock from the Napoleon III period. The clock is bronze casted

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1870s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Enamel

19th Century Louis XVI Style Bronze Ormolu Mantel Clock

$3,671

Ormolu and Painted Porcelain Mantel Clock by Raingo Frères

By Raingo Frères

Located in London, GB

clocks and bronzes to Emperor Napoleon III and his wife in the 1860s, which now form part of the

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

Ormolu and Painted Porcelain Mantel Clock by Raingo Frères

$13,110

19th Century Ormolu and Sèvres Style Porcelain Clock Garniture

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

Napoleon III era, crafted in the distinguished style of Sèvres porcelain. Comprising a central mantel clock

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Brass

19th Century Ormolu and Sèvres Style Porcelain Clock Garniture

$3,750

19th century French Gilt Mantel Clock under Glass Dome

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

An intricate and beautifully crafted 19th century French gilt mantel clock under a glass dome on a

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

19th century French Gilt Mantel Clock under Glass Dome

$1,640

French Ebonised Mantel Clock by Marc, Paris (Circa 1850)

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

Exquisite French Ebonised Mantel Clock by Henry Marc, Paris (Circa 1850) This exceptional French

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1850s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Softwood

French Ebonised Mantel Clock by Marc, Paris (Circa 1850)

$1,776

French Antique Ormolu Patinated Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock

By L. Marti et Cie

Located in Tarzana, CA

A Very Fine French Antique Ormolu,Patinated Bronze & Marble Mantel Clock Having three patinated

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1870s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Carrara Marble, Bronze

French Antique Ormolu Patinated Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock

$32,850

19th Century White Marble and Gilt-Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in Berlin, DE

A 19th century white marble and gilt-bronze mantel clock, the circular drum case with enamel dial

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze, Enamel

19th Century White Marble and Gilt-Bronze Mantel Clock

$2,900

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Philippe Mourey

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th century Napoleon III French doré bronze mantel clock by Philippe H. Mourey. Fine casting of

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Onyx, Bronze

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Philippe Mourey

$1,250

Griotte Marble and Gilt Bronze Clock Garniture with a Terracotta Nymph Statue

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A late 19th century French griotte marble and gilt bronze b clock with garniture. The clock and

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

Griotte Marble and Gilt Bronze Clock Garniture with a Terracotta Nymph Statue

$2,800

Fine 19th Century Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Inlaid Bombe Long Case Clock

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

a gilt bronze pendulum in the form of a sunburst centering a classical mask. The clock with ebonized

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Wood, Porcelain

Fine 19th Century Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Inlaid Bombe Long Case Clock

$9,450

French Cartel Wall Clock in the Style of Louis XVI circa 1880, Bronze

Located in Berlin, DE

French cartel wall clock in the style of Louis XVI circa 1880 Gilded bronze. Rocaille-decorated

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

French Cartel Wall Clock in the Style of Louis XVI circa 1880, Bronze

$3,162

Mantle Clock in Gold Gilt Bronze 19th Century in the Manner of Louis XVI

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Mantel clock in gold gilt bronze 19th century in the manner of Louis XVI. Clock face in porcelain.

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Mantle Clock in Gold Gilt Bronze 19th Century in the Manner of Louis XVI

$2,368

French Oversized Carriage Clock 19th Century

Located in Newark, England

French late 19th century oversized carriage clock. The clock professionally cleaned and serviced

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Metal, Brass

French Oversized Carriage Clock 19th Century

$6,145

French Multi-Dial Gorge Case Carriage Clock

Located in Newark, England

Multi-Dial White Enamel From our Carriage Clock collection, we are delighted to offer this superb

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Metal, Brass, Enamel

French Multi-Dial Gorge Case Carriage Clock

$5,462

Important Napoleon III Ormolu Cartel Louis XV Rocaille Style

Located in BARSAC, FR

Spectacular Napoleon III cartel in finely chiseled gilded bronze presenting an opulent Louis XV

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Important Napoleon III Ormolu Cartel Louis XV Rocaille Style

$6,750

Second Empire Era Gilt Bronze and Cloisonné Clock

Located in 263-0031, JP

An exquisite French gilt bronze and cloisonné clock, Second Empire Era, 1852-70. The mechanism is

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Second Empire Era Gilt Bronze and Cloisonné Clock

$1,180

French Gilt-Bronze, Champleve Enamel, Onyx, and Marble Pedestal Clock, C. 1880

Located in Queens, NY

A French Gilt-Bronze, Champleve / Cloisonne Enamel, Green Onyx, and Pink Marble Pedestal Clock, C

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Onyx, Marble, Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

French Gilt-Bronze, Champleve Enamel, Onyx, and Marble Pedestal Clock, C. 1880

$18,000

19th Century Glass Domed Gilt Bronze French Mystery Clock with a Swinging Putto

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A late 19th century French swinging putto ‘mystery’ clock. The clock drum has a gilded bronze bezel

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

19th Century Glass Domed Gilt Bronze French Mystery Clock with a Swinging Putto

$1,600

A Napoleon III ebonised French Louis XV style wall bracket with brass mounts

Located in London, GB

A Napoleon III ebonized French Louis XV style wall bracket with brass mounts.

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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

A Napoleon III ebonised French Louis XV style wall bracket with brass mounts

$1,297

Exceptionnelle pendule de cheminée Napoléon "la veillée de Wagram"

Located in LYON, FR

représentant Napoléon pensif devant un globe terrestre portant une épée à la ceinture. La terrasse, en

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1870s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Metal, Gold Plate, Bronze

Exceptionnelle pendule de cheminée Napoléon "la veillée de Wagram"

$2,842

19thcenturyfrench Mantelclock Sculpture Moureau, Bronce and Marble

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Valladolid, ES

Exquisite French table clock, plate signed "La Rosée par Auguste Moreau". Refined bronze sculpture

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Crystal, Marble, Bronze

19thcenturyfrench Mantelclock Sculpture Moureau, Bronce and Marble

$652

Chinoiserie Napoleon Hat Mantel Clock

Located in Buckinghamshire, GB

A 1920's black ground mantel clock with oriental style chinoiserie decoration. It has a swept arch

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Early 20th Century European Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

Chinoiserie Napoleon Hat Mantel Clock

$600

Silver Plated Napoleon Hat Mantel Clock

Located in Buckinghamshire, GB

A silver plated mantel clock, in a Napoleon hat shaped case, which has a wheat-sheaf border and a

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Early 20th Century Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Silver Plate

Silver Plated Napoleon Hat Mantel Clock

$792

Napoleon 3 Astronomy Bronze Clock

Located in Marseille, FR

Napoleon 3 gilt bronze clock representing an allegory of Astronomy. Good condition. Dimensions

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19th Century European Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Napoleon 3 Astronomy Bronze Clock

$1,776

Magnificent Napoleon III Doré Bronze Clock Garniture

Located in Dallas, TX

Magnificent Napoleon III Doré Bronze Three-Piece Clock Garniture Set in the Louis XV Style (clock

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19th Century French Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

Magnificent Napoleon III Doré Bronze Clock Garniture

$24,750

Small Solid Oak Napoleon Hat Mantel Clock

Located in Buckinghamshire, GB

A small, George V period solid oak cased timepiece mantel clock the style of a Napoleon hat. It has

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Early 20th Century English Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

Small Solid Oak Napoleon Hat Mantel Clock

$512

Edwardian Silver Plated Napoleon Hat Mantel Clock

Located in Buckinghamshire, GB

An attractive silver plated mantel clock in the form of a Napoleon hat, dating to the early 20th

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Early 20th Century European Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

Edwardian Silver Plated Napoleon Hat Mantel Clock

$751

Pair of Napoleon III Clock and Barometer

Located in Kirkland, WA

Pair of French Bronze Napoleon III Clock and Barometer set. Bronze has excellent

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19th Century French Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Enamel, Bronze

Pair of Napoleon III Clock and Barometer

$7,500

French Tiffany Napoleon III Bronze Mantel Clock

Located in Denver, CO

. / New York. This elegant clock is topped by a hunting trophy of a stag's head, above a round clock face

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19th Century French Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

French Tiffany Napoleon III Bronze Mantel Clock

$4,250

French Napoleon III Porcelain/Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock and Garniture

Located in Vancouver, BC

A lovely turquoise porcelain and gilt bronze three piece clock and garniture. The gilt bronze

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Metal, Steel, Enamel

French Napoleon III Porcelain/Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock and Garniture

$3,500

Napoleon III French Empire Style Bronze and Ormolu Mantle Clock

By A.D. Mougin

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

lions. Made by the award-winning Paris clockmaker AD Mougin, this hour-repeater clock is housed in the

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Napoleon III French Empire Style Bronze and Ormolu Mantle Clock

$13,750

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Clock, Allegory to Summer, France, circa 1870

By Lepine

Located in Vancouver, BC

A pretty French bronze mantle clock with the finest original gilding; the case showing a tired

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Brass

Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Clock, Allegory to Summer, France, circa 1870

$4,500

Antique French 3 Piece Napoleon III Clock Garniture Set

Located in Hialeah, FL

Antique French 3 Piece Napoleon III Clock Garniture Set, Christopher Columbus in Patinated Spelter

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19th Century French Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Stone, Metal

Antique French 3 Piece Napoleon III Clock Garniture Set

$3,200

19th Century Napoleon III clock w/ original enameled # s

Located in San Francisco, CA

19th Century Napoleon III clock w/ original enameled #'s (running order) 19"W x 18.5"H x 6"D

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19th Century French Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

19th Century Napoleon III clock w/ original enameled # s

$1,100

French Table Clock

Located in Charleston, SC

French Table Clock This clock was made in Paris ,4 Rue de Saintonge, by Etienne Maxant (stamped on

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

French Table Clock

$2,850

Westminster Chime Napoleon Hat Mantel Clock

Located in Buckinghamshire, GB

A good quality early 20th century mantel clock in the shape of a Napoleons hat. It has an oak case

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Early 20th Century English Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

Westminster Chime Napoleon Hat Mantel Clock

$812

Napoleon III Greek Revival Mantle Clock

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

-suspension clock encased in gilt bronze and surmounted by a gilt bronze figure of Athena, circa 1860

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1860s French Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Napoleon III Greek Revival Mantle Clock

$4,250

Rare Napoleon III style clock set after the model of "Sapho" by James Pradier

By Susse Freres, J. Pradier, C. Bailly

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

This antique Napoleon III style clock set is composed by a clock and a pair of candelabras. The set

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Rare Napoleon III style clock set after the model of "Sapho" by James Pradier

$8,053

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Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of napoleon clock antique clocks available for sale. The range of distinct napoleon clock antique clocks — often made from metal, bronze and stone — can elevate any home. Napoleon clock antique 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. Louis XVI, Neoclassical and Louis XV napoleon clock antique clocks are consistently popular styles. Napoleon clock antique clocks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Japy Frères, Henri Picard and Raingo Frères are consistently popular.

How Much are Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks?

Prices for napoleon clock antique clocks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, napoleon clock antique clocks begin at $395 and can go as high as $188,500, while the average can fetch as much as $5,509.

A Close Look at Napoleon-iii Furniture

Under Napoleon III’s rule, Paris underwent a great rebuilding overseen by Baron Georges-Eugène Haussmann, which created grand avenues and lavish landmarks like the Paris Opera. Antique Napoleon III–style furniture was flamboyant and eclectic. It was also known as Second Empire style since it followed and referenced the Empire style of his uncle Napoleon I.

Developing from 1852–70, Napoleon III furniture was plush and ornate, matching the fashion for masked balls and socializing in salons. It borrowed freely from earlier French styles including Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI as well as aesthetics from around the world, from antiquity to Asian art. As writer Gustave Claudin remarked in 1867, the country’s architects worked in “a style which one would be tempted to call neo-Greco-Gothico-Pompadour-Pompeian.”

Napoleon III chairs were completely covered with velvet and lined with tassels; pouf footstools invited people to put up their feet. Sofas were upholstered with tapestries, and beds were adorned with gilt bronze and theatrical canopies. The addition of conservatories to homes led to new indoor-outdoor furniture, while the spirit of hygiene promoted by Baron Haussmann inspired bright, floral motifs.

Although the most ostentatious designs were for the elite, as seen in the Napoleon III apartments preserved in the Louvre, where red velvet, gilding and chandeliers create a cacophony of luxury, these trends influenced homes across classes as manufacturing made design increasingly accessible. Papier-mâché furniture allowed for elaborate shapes that would have been difficult to carve in wood. The malleable material was painted with chinoiserie patterns and decorative designs. It was mass-produced by factories such as Jennens and Bettridge with varnishing and mother-of-pearl inlays creating an effect reminiscent of Asian lacquer. (Surfaces that had been “japanned” — a specialty of Jennens and Bettridge — were intended to resemble lacquer work that was created in East Asia.)

Find a collection of antique Napoleon III decorative objects, tables, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Clocks for You

A sophisticated clock design, whether it’s a desk clock, mantel clock or large wall clock for your living room, is a decorative object to be admired in your home as much as it is a necessary functional element. This is part of the reason clocks make such superb collectibles. Given the versatility of these treasured fixtures — they’ve long been made in a range of shapes, sizes and styles — a clock can prove integral to your own particular interior decor.

Antique and vintage clocks can whisk us back to the 18th and 19th centuries. When most people think of antique clocks, they imagine an Art Deco Bakelite tabletop clock or wall clock, named for the revolutionary synthetic plastic, Bakelite, of which they’re made, or a stately antique grandfather clock. But the art of clock-making goes way back, transcending continents and encompassing an entire range of design styles and technologies. In short, there are many kinds of clocks depending on your needs.

A variety of wall clocks can be found on 1stDibs. A large antique hand-carved walnut wall clock is best suited to a big room and a flat background given what will likely be outwardly sculptural features, while Georgian grandfather clocks, or longcase clocks, will help welcome rainswept guests into your entryway or foyer. An interactive cuckoo clock, large or small, is guaranteed to bring outsize personality to your living room or dining room. For conversation pieces of a similar breed, mid-century modern enthusiasts go for the curious Ball clock, the first of more than 150 clock models conceived in the studio of legendary architect and designer George Nelson.

Minimalist contemporary clocks and books pair nicely on a shelf, but an eye-catching vintage mantel clock can add balance to your home library while drawing attention to your art and design books and other decorative objects. Ormolu clocks dating from the Louis XVI period, designed in the neoclassical style, are often profusely ornate, featuring architectural flourishes and rich naturalistic details. Rococo-style mantel clocks of Meissen porcelain or porcelain originating from manufacturers in cities such as Limoges, France, during the 18th and 19th centuries, exude an air of imperial elegance on your shelves or side tables and can help give your desk a 19th-century upgrade.

On 1stDibs, find a range of extraordinary antique and vintage clocks today.

Questions About Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?
1 Answer
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.
How do I identify my antique clock?
1 Answer
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.
How can I spot an antique clock?
1 Answer
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.
What is an antique bracket clock?
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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.
How do I know if my antique clock is valuable?
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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.
Are old antique clocks worth anything?
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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.