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.

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 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.

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

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Wood

Large Carved Wooden Clock Signed By Paul Mazaroz

$4,513

Important Cercles Tournants Rotary Clock set by Deniere

By Maison Deniere

Located in Tarzana, CA

Very Large Important and Rare Napoleon III Period Ormolu And Patinated Bronze Sculptural rotary 3

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Important Cercles Tournants Rotary Clock set by Deniere

$180,000 Sale Price / set

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19th Century Napoleon III Pendulum Clock Regulateur De Parquet

Located in Berlin, DE

Museale Pendulum clock "Regulateur de parquet" after Jean-Henri Riesener Napoleon III, Paris, circa

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

19th Century Napoleon III Pendulum Clock Regulateur De Parquet

$106,298

19th Century Clock Surmounted by a Globe, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

19th century clock surmounted by a globe, Napoleon III period. 19th century clock, Napoleon III

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Wood

19th Century Clock Surmounted by a Globe, Napoleon III Period.

$4,038

Red Tortoiseshell and Boulle Table or Mantle Clock

Located in Folkestone, GB

An exceptionally fine quality French 19th century tortoiseshell and Boulle bracket clock with gilt

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

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Tortoise Shell

Red Tortoiseshell and Boulle Table or Mantle Clock

$6,580

Gilt Bronze and Marble Figural Clock by Beurdeley

By Emmanuel-Alfred Beurdeley

Located in New York, NY

The mantel clock with a seated putto and birdcage. Maker: Alfred-Emmanuel Beurdeley (French

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Gilt Bronze and Marble Figural Clock by Beurdeley

$23,000

Raingo Freres Three-Piece Bronze Cherub Clock Set

By Raingo Frères

Located in London, GB

This graceful, joyous antique clock set is a reminder of why the 19th century Parisian clockmaking

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Ormolu, Bronze

Raingo Freres Three-Piece Bronze Cherub Clock Set

$24,675 / set

Clock on the Desk, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period

Located in Warsaw, PL

Patriotic French 19th century ormolu bronze eagle standing on a globe malachite mantel clock. The

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Malachite, Bronze

Clock on the Desk, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period

$7,411 Sale Price

26% Off

Amazing Napoleon III Clock Empire French 19th Century

By Empire Furniture

Located in Madrid, ES

Amazing Napoleon III Clock Empire French 19th Century 50cm x 26cm x 15cm good condition

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19th Century French Empire Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Amazing Napoleon III Clock Empire French 19th Century

$1,544

Antique French Louis XVI portal clock, Paris, circa 1880

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique French Louis XVI portal clock, Paris, circa 1880 White marble, bronze, and gilt. Two square

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Antique French Louis XVI portal clock, Paris, circa 1880

$1,852 Sale Price

20% Off

Clock Shepherds of Arcadia by Aizelin and Barbedienne

By Eugene-Antoine Aizelin, Achille Collas

Located in Paris, FR

Red Griotte mantel (fireplace) clock decorated with a patinated bronze group, Les bergers d'Arcadie

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Clock Shepherds of Arcadia by Aizelin and Barbedienne

$6,888

Sèvres Style Ormolu Mounted Mantel Clock by Kreisser

Located in London, GB

This gilt bronze mounted mantel clock is formed about a beautiful sky-blue, parcel gilt Sèvres

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1850s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Ormolu, Bronze

Sèvres Style Ormolu Mounted Mantel Clock by Kreisser

$10,281

Antique French Louis XVI portal clock, Paris, circa 1880

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique French Louis XVI portal clock, Paris, circa 1880 White and black marble, bronze, gilt. On

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Alabaster, Marble, Bronze

Antique French Louis XVI portal clock, Paris, circa 1880

$1,824 Sale Price

20% Off

A clock set 3 pieces imari porcelain and bronze

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Clock set three pieces in Imari porcelain and bronze . this clock set is rare ,you can use it with

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1880s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

A clock set 3 pieces imari porcelain and bronze

$25,000 / set

Napoléon III Gilt-Bronze Double-Faced Clock. French, c 1870

By Julien Le Roy

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A rare Napoléon III gilt bronze double-faced clock. The white enameled dial signed 'Julien Le

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Napoléon III Gilt-Bronze Double-Faced Clock. French, c 1870

$37,013

Napolean iii French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock

By Vincenti et Cie

Located in Norwich, GB

Stunning Napolean III French Ormolu and white marble clock with gilded Baccanalian frieze

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble

Napolean iii French White Marble and Ormolu Mantel Clock

$6,168

Fantastic quality Napoleon III Marquetry inlaid eight day longcase clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Fantastic quality Napoleon III Marquetry inlaid eight day longcase clock having a quality bombe

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19th Century Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Metal, Brass, Bronze

Fantastic quality Napoleon III Marquetry inlaid eight day longcase clock

$18,358 Sale Price

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Large French 19th Century Black and Green Marble Clock Garniture

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exceptional Napoleon III period mantel clock set, dating to the late 19th century, exudes

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Large French 19th Century Black and Green Marble Clock Garniture

$2,780 / set

French Ormolu and Blue Porcelain Four Seasons Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

French ormolu and blue porcelain mantel clock. The blue porcelain with blue ground and decorated

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1870s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

French Ormolu and Blue Porcelain Four Seasons Mantel Clock

$6,854

19th Century French Mantel Clock, by Monbro Aine, Paris

By Monbro Ainé 1

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very good quality, large French 19th century gilded ormolu and white marble mantel clock, signed

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Ormolu

19th Century French Mantel Clock, by Monbro Aine, Paris

$12,063

Mantel Set with Clock and Two Candelabras, 19th Century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Garniture de cheminée en bronze doré et marbre, XIXème siècle, époque Napoléon III. Pendule: H

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Mantel Set with Clock and Two Candelabras, 19th Century.

$4,988 / set

Large 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock

Located in Tarzana, CA

A fine large 19th century French gilt bronze mantel clock modeled in form of a classical lady

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Large 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Figural Mantel Clock

$24,450

19th Century French Boulle Inlaid Wall Clock Signed Jean Combe

Located in Dallas, TX

Bring color and character to a kitchen, hallway, or study with this elegant antique wall clock

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Enamel

19th Century French Boulle Inlaid Wall Clock Signed Jean Combe

$1,200

19th Century Neoclassical Marble and Gilt Bronze Figural Mantle Clock

Located in Dublin 8, IE

A fine 19th century neoclassical statuary white marble and gilt bronze figural mantle clock, the

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble

19th Century Neoclassical Marble and Gilt Bronze Figural Mantle Clock

$14,252

Majestic 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Candelabras and Clock Garniture

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Wonderful imperial antique french gilt bronze garniture with clock and a pair of candelabras very

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Majestic 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Candelabras and Clock Garniture

$62,472

Palatial Rare Napoleon III French Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Clock, Detouche

By C. Detouche

Located in Queens, NY

A Palatial and Extremely Rare Napoleon III French Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Regulateur de Parquet

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Ormolu

Palatial Rare Napoleon III French Ormolu and Patinated Bronze Clock, Detouche

Price Upon Request

Mantel Clock in Portoro Marble with Egyptian Revival Details, 19th Century

Located in NICE, FR

This antique mantel clock was made in the late 19th century and features a solid combination of

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1870s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Brass

Mantel Clock in Portoro Marble with Egyptian Revival Details, 19th Century

$1,891

French Porcelain and Bisque Mantel Clock by Miroy Freres, Paris

By Miroy Frères

Located in Norwich, GB

French Porcelain and Bisque pottery mantel clock with floral decoration and gilded garlands

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1850s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Porcelain

French Porcelain and Bisque Mantel Clock by Miroy Freres, Paris

$3,769

Gilt-Bronze Clock with Enamel Numerals Attributed to Henri Picard

By Henri Picard

Located in London, GB

Gilt-bronze clock with enamel numerals attributed to Henri Picard French, circa 1860 Measures

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

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Ormolu, Bronze

Gilt-Bronze Clock with Enamel Numerals Attributed to Henri Picard

$47,980

19th Century Ormolu Figural Clock by Monbro Aine, Jacquier Henri Picard

By Monbro Ainé 1

Located in Tarzana, CA

Imposing 19th century French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze striking Mantel clock. Flanked by two sitting

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

19th Century Ormolu Figural Clock by Monbro Aine, Jacquier Henri Picard

$17,500

Gilt and Patinated Bronze Antique French Clock Set by Picard

By Henri Picard

Located in London, GB

Comprising a central clock and a pair of flanking candelabra, the central circular dial surrounded

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Gilt and Patinated Bronze Antique French Clock Set by Picard

$102,816 / set

A Monumental and Exceptional French Ormolu and Turquoise Sevres Porcelain Clock

Located in Queens, NY

A Monumental and Exceptional French Ormolu and Turquoise Sevres Porcelain Clock, circa 1875

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

A Monumental and Exceptional French Ormolu and Turquoise Sevres Porcelain Clock

$48,750 Sale Price

35% Off

French Ormolu and Porcelain Mantel Clock by Wilson Gander, London

By Wilson Gandar

Located in Norwich, GB

French gilded ormolu mantel clock with blue hand painted floral porcelain panels (the panels all

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1850s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

French Ormolu and Porcelain Mantel Clock by Wilson Gander, London

$7,676

19th Century Barbedienne French Champleve Enamel and Gilt bronze clock set

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

19th Century Barbedienne French Champleve Enamel and Gilt bronze clock set A fine 19th Century

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Enamel

19th Century Barbedienne French Champleve Enamel and Gilt bronze clock set

$16,000

French Porcelain and Ormolu Mantel Clock Stamped in Bronze H. Picard

By Henri Picard

Located in London, GB

French Ormolu and porcelain mantel clock of Classical design dating from the mid-19th century

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1850s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

French Porcelain and Ormolu Mantel Clock Stamped in Bronze H. Picard

$4,729

Set of three clocks and two pedestals from the 19th century.

Located in Warsaw, PL

The clock is in excellent and perfect working condition. In addition, it has been cleaned and

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19th Century Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Malachite, Bronze

Set of three clocks and two pedestals from the 19th century.

$23,159 / set

Second Empire Period Patinated and Gilt Bronze Three-Piece Clock Set

Located in London, GB

This three-piece mantel clock set contains a clock and two candelabra. The set was produced circa

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

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Ormolu, Bronze

Second Empire Period Patinated and Gilt Bronze Three-Piece Clock Set

$89,107 / set

19 Century French Clock Featuring an Oriental Warrior Archer on Horseback

By Feuchere

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A fine quality Napoleon III mantle clock with a case of gilded, silvered, and patinated bronze. The

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

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Bronze

19 Century French Clock Featuring an Oriental Warrior Archer on Horseback

$6,000

French, Sevres Style, Gilt Bronze, Porcelain, Mantle Clock by Vincent Cie

Located in New York, NY

An antique Napoleon III arched mantle clock, featuring pink porcelain panels with hand painted

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

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Bronze, Enamel, Gold Leaf

French, Sevres Style, Gilt Bronze, Porcelain, Mantle Clock by Vincent Cie

$6,500

19th Century French Gilt Bronze and Marble figural Clock Garniture Set

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th century French gilt bronze and marble figural clock garniture set in the manner of Rollin of

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble

19th Century French Gilt Bronze and Marble figural Clock Garniture Set

$14,278 / set

Monumental Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock by Maison Marquis

By Maison Marquis, Languereau

Located in New York, NY

A very unusual and quite monumental antique French Louis XVI style Napoleon III ormolu mantel clock

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Enamel, Bronze

Monumental Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock by Maison Marquis

$48,260

Massive French Clock of Baccanalian Maiden Lying Naked on Lion s Skin

Located in London, GB

French patinated bronze and Sienna marble mantel clock of massive proportions. The subject being of

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1890s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Siena Marble, Bronze

Massive French Clock of Baccanalian Maiden Lying Naked on Lion s Skin

$19,535

Important Early 19th Century Bronze Figural Mantle Clock of Recumbent Cleopatra

By André-Antoine Ravrio

Located in Long Island City, NY

An Important Early 19th Century Gilt and Patinated Bronze Figural Mantle Clock By Andre-Antoine

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Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Griotte Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Important Early 19th Century Bronze Figural Mantle Clock of Recumbent Cleopatra

$25,000

19th Century Bronze Mantel Clock Paul and Virginia by Charles Cumberworth

Located in Marseille, FR

Rare and spectacular bronze mantel clock taking up the theme of the most famous 18th century novel

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Griotte Marble, Bronze

19th Century Bronze Mantel Clock Paul and Virginia by Charles Cumberworth

$45,132

19th Century Bronze Three Piece Garniture Clock Set by Ferdinand Barbedienne

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Unusual monumental clock set in Griotte marble signed Barbedienne and on the top of the clock you

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Griotte Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

19th Century Bronze Three Piece Garniture Clock Set by Ferdinand Barbedienne

$42,000 / set

French Napoléon III Carved Walnut Long Case Clock with Brass Farming Scene

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Napoléon III period carved walnut antique long case clock from the mid-19th century, with

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

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Brass

French Napoléon III Carved Walnut Long Case Clock with Brass Farming Scene

$9,950

Lyre-Shaped Clock in Marble and Gilt Bronze, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A 19th century Napoleon III period Lyre-shaped clock in white marble and gilt bronze in the Louis

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Lyre-Shaped Clock in Marble and Gilt Bronze, 19th Century, Napoleon III Period.

$9,263

19th Century French Ripple-Frame Wall Clock with Mother-of-Pearl Detail

Located in Dallas, TX

clock, crafted in France circa 1870. The oval oeil-de-bœuf frame showcases a striking two-tone palette

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Mother-of-Pearl, Porcelain, Wood

19th Century French Ripple-Frame Wall Clock with Mother-of-Pearl Detail

$1,075

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...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

Napoleon III Pedestal Clock “Parquet Regulator” after Jean-Henri Riesener, 1734

$149,649

Neoclassic Marble and Bronze Mantle Clock 3 pieces by J. Bondat, circa 1870

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

Step into the opulent world of 19th-century French artistry with this extraordinary Napoleon III

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1870s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Metal, Bronze, Enamel

Neoclassic Marble and Bronze Mantle Clock 3 pieces by J. Bondat, circa 1870

$8,000

Very Fine and Elegant Fire, Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock in the Romantic Taste

Located in Antwerp, BE

A very fine and elegant fire, gilt bronze mantle clock in the romantic taste, the base resting on

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1860s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Enamel, Gold, Gold Plate, Bronze

Very Fine and Elegant Fire, Gilt Bronze Mantle Clock in the Romantic Taste

$4,632

French Pendulum Clock / Mantel Clock, Boulle Style Paris, circa 1870

Located in Berlin, DE

French pendulum clock / mantel clock, Boulle style Paris, circa 1870. Paris, circa 1880 The

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze

French Pendulum Clock / Mantel Clock, Boulle Style Paris, circa 1870

$4,037

A French ‘Chariot’ Three-pieces Clock Garniture attributed to F.Linke circa 1890

By François Linke

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A French Ormolu and Patinated-Bronze ‘Chariot’ Three-pieces Clock Garniture Attributed to François

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1890s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

A French ‘Chariot’ Three-pieces Clock Garniture attributed to F.Linke circa 1890

$16,033 / set

Antique Eclectic Style Gilt Bronze Clock Set by Henri Picard and Denière et Fils

By Denière Et Picard

Located in London, GB

candelabra, designed in the eclectic Baroque inspired style of Napoleon III. The central clock stands on

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Ormolu

Antique Eclectic Style Gilt Bronze Clock Set by Henri Picard and Denière et Fils

$48,101 / set

A Large French Rouge Marble Gilt Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock by A. Beurdeley

By Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley

Located in Tarzana, CA

A French Napoleon III Period Rouge Marble Gilt & Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock Alfred Emmanuel

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1870s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

A Large French Rouge Marble Gilt Patinated Bronze Mantel Clock by A. Beurdeley

$65,000

19th Century Neoclassical White Marble and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Set, c. 1860

Located in Miami, FL

19th Century Neoclassical White Marble and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Set, circa 1860. 19th Century

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19th Century French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Carrara Marble, Bronze

19th Century Neoclassical White Marble and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock Set, c. 1860

$4,600 Sale Price

50% Off

Large French Gilt-Bronze Mantel Clock, signed Marquis à Paris, c. 1860–1880

By Languereau, Maison Marquis

Located in Tarzana, CA

A magnificent gilt-bronze mantel clock of monumental form, richly cast and finely chased in the

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1850s French Napoleon III Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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Bronze, Ormolu

Large French Gilt-Bronze Mantel Clock, signed Marquis à Paris, c. 1860–1880

$88,000

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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.

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Questions About Napoleon Clock Antique Clocks

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