J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

American

With intricate and refined artistry, the jewelers at J.E.Caldwell Co. have been handcrafting illustrious watches and adornments — including cocktail rings, engagement rings and link bracelets — for nearly two centuries. The American firm, which is among the oldest silver and jewelry companies in the United States, has found acclaim with collectors and buyers worldwide.

Born in Poughkeepsie, New York, J.E. Caldwell Co. founder James Emmott Caldwell (1813–81) apprenticed as a silversmith and subsequently trained in watchmaking under the esteemed watchmaker Samuel Ward Benedict in New York City. Following his apprenticeships, Caldwell sought work in Philadelphia, initially securing a position with a wholesale jeweler before importing watches for a jewelry manufacturer. In the late 1830s, he established a storefront of his own, in a stately marble building on Chestnut street. Caldwell partnered with James M. Bennett thereafter in order to launch a jewelry shop nearby that they called Bennett Caldwell. With the passing of Bennett, Caldwell partnered with a former employer, John C. Farr, and changed the company name, establishing the J.E. Caldwell Co. of today.

In 1876, Philadelphia hosted the first World’s Fair held in the United States. Alongside the Gorham Manufacturing Company — a legendary but largely overlooked American silver firm — J.E. Caldwell showcased an array of stunning jewelry and silver objects at the event’s Centennial International Exhibition. In the early 1900s, J.E. Caldwell was contracted to fashion a presentation silver tea service — more than 160 pieces — for a newly commissioned battleship, the U.S.S. Pennsylvania. The brand’s exquisite silver wares traveled at sea aboard this battleship — and later, on the U.S.S. Valley Forge — for decades.

J.E. Caldwell Co. became known for exquisite Art Nouveau and Art Deco jewelry. Ownership of the firm passed through the family over the years before changing hands to business interests outside of the family. Today a J.E. Caldwell Co. retail location continues to operate in Philadelphia.

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19th Century J.E Caldwell Victorian 9 Tube Mahogany Tall Case Grandfather Clock

By J.E. Caldwell Co.

Located in Long Branch, NJ

19th Century J.E Caldwell Victorian 9 Tube Mahogany Tall Case Grandfather Clock Dimensions : 95" Tall X 24" Wide X 17" Deep This grandfather clock was made in the USA in the late 1...

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1890s American Victorian Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass

19th Century J.E Caldwell Victorian 9 Tube Mahogany Tall Case Grandfather Clock

$6,500 / item

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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Pine

19th Century Swedish Ántique Grandfather Clock Tall Case Clock Original Paint

$5,080

H 94.89 in W 23.23 in D 8.27 in

19th Century Swedish Case Clock

Located in Huntington, NY

A tall Swedish case clock from Smaland with traditional wood carvings and unique plaster decor. Scraped to original green, gold, salmon and white paint. Clock is sold as a decorative...

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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Iron, Brass

19th Century Swedish Case Clock

$5,300

H 78.75 in W 22 in D 12 in

19th Century Mahogany Wood Long Case Clock

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Mid-19th century William Fullerton mahogany wood case long case clock. The case clock is in good antique condition with visible wear appropriate consistent with age / use. The clock ...

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Mid-19th Century Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Wood Long Case Clock

$6,895

H 88 in W 18 in D 9 in

19th Century Swedish Case Clock

Located in Huntington, NY

A unique Swedish case clock in original blue and salmon color. The year 1837 can faintly be seen above the clock face. Remnants of 18th century color animations are affixed to the in...

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Brass, Iron

19th Century Swedish Case Clock

$5,000

H 83.5 in W 23.5 in D 10 in

19th Century Chinoiserie Tall Case Clock After Thomas Chippendale

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Essex, MA

Late 19th century mahogany chinoiserie tall case clock after Thomas Chippendale. Made around circa 1890-1900 in exacting detail to Thomas C...

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Late 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Mahogany

19th Century Chinoiserie Tall Case Clock After Thomas Chippendale

$12,500

H 103 in W 22 in D 14 in

French 19th Century Regence Style Ormolu Kingwood Grandfather Tall Case Clock

By Charles Cressent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine and palatial French 19th century Regence style figural ormolu-mounted kingwood and tulipwood floral marquetry long-case regulator, after a Model by Charles Cressent (Fren...

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19th Century French Regency Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Bronze

French 19th Century Regence Style Ormolu Kingwood Grandfather Tall Case Clock

$67,850 Sale Price

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H 106.5 in W 27.75 in D 15.75 in

Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Table Clock

By J.E. Caldwell Co.

Located in New Orleans, LA

This luxurious and rare table clock is the essence of Art Deco style. Retailed at the renowned J. E. Caldwell Co., this exceptional timepiece is comprised of a French clock movement...

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20th Century American Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Enamel

Art Deco J.E. Caldwell Table Clock

$44,500

H 3.25 in W 2.5 in D 2.13 in

Beautiful Antique English Grandfather Clock, Mahogany, 19th Century

Located in Berlin, DE

Beautiful antique English grandfather clock, mahogany, 19th century. English floor clock, oak with thread inlay, hand painted dial...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Oak, Mahogany

Beautiful Antique English Grandfather Clock, Mahogany, 19th Century

$5,714

H 82.68 in W 20.08 in D 9.06 in

French 19th Century Tall Case Clock

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This French 19th century banjo shaped case clock is an eye catching piece in any space. Topped by an ornately carved cornice above the dial faced door. Supported by an intricate bras...

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Metal, Brass, Bronze, Iron

French 19th Century Tall Case Clock

$4,500

H 92.88 in W 21.63 in D 11 in

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Grandfather - Tall Case Clock

By Kahn

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Very Fine French 19th Century Louis XVI style ormolu-mounted amaranth, tulipwood, sycamore and parquetry pedestal "Régulateur de Parquet" Clock, after the model attributed to Jean-...

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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Bronze, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Grandfather - Tall Case Clock

$75,600 Sale Price

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H 81.13 in W 20 in D 12.5 in

19th Century Long-Case Grandfather Clock, Sweden

Located in Atlanta, GA

A 19th century Swedish long-case clock with dry-scraped finish. This antique clock from Sweden, circa 1820s, is topped with a subtly raised and carved crest, atop a round-shaped head...

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19th Century Swedish Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Wood

19th Century Long-Case Grandfather Clock, Sweden

$6,740

H 84.5 in W 25.5 in D 10 in

19th Century Louis XV Style French Tall Case Clock

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th century Louis XV style French walnut horloge de parquet, or tall case clock, in two parts. The body has a paneled door crafted from a single plank and carved with a rosette de...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique J.E. Caldwell Co. Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Enamel, Bronze

19th Century Louis XV Style French Tall Case Clock

$3,500

H 101 in W 17 in D 12.5 in

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Antique Diminutive German Caldwell Co. Mahogany Grandmother s Clock, c1900

By J.E. Caldwell Co.

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique grandmother's clock by J.E. Caldwell & Co. offers diminutive form with mahogany case with domed hood having moon phase dial over face with foliate cast filigree decoration...

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