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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Scottish Mahogany Swan Neck Satinwood Patera Inlaid Tall Case Clock, Circa 1780
By Charles Campbell
Located in Charleston, SC
Scottish mahogany eight day tall case clock with three sphere brass finials, a swan neck satinwood inlay patera pediment, intricately carved fretwork, over an arched door with flanki...
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Scottish Regency Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass, Steel

18th Century Antique Burr-Yew Longcase Clock by John Stephens of London
By John Stephens
Located in Devon, GB
A George II period, antique eight day longcase clock of smaller size with unusual burr-yew case. The moulded case is veneered with...
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English George II Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Yew

JP Kroese, Dutch Baroque, Marquetry, Moon Face Dial, Grandfather Clock, 18th C
By J. P. Kroese 1
Located in Manhasset, NY
JP Kroese, Dutch Baroque, Marquetry, Moon Face Dial, Grandfather Clock, 18th C A stunning totally refinished case showcases this spenderd18th century, the brass dial with enameled l...
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Dutch Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Antique English George III Flamed Mahogany John Scott Grandfather Clock Ca. 1780
By John Scott, London
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English London Made George III Flamed Mahogany "John Scott" Grandfather Clock, Circa 1780.
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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique George III Mahogany Longcase Clock by Samuel Hunter of Islington London
Located in Devon, GB
A late George III antique mahogany longcase clock of eight day duration. The ogee shaped silvered brass dial, reminiscent of Dutton, ...
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British George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Swedish Gustavian Longcase Clock
Located in Ljungby, SE
Fantastic Swedish Gustavian longcase clock. The case is a Stockholm work from around 1770/1780. It is lacquered and gilded with rich wood-carved details of, among other things, garla...
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Swedish Gustavian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass, Iron

18th Century Georgian Oak Brass Dial 8 Day Grandfather Clock by Richard Houton
Located in King s Lynn, GB
Here we have a beautiful working 18th Century, circa 1770-1790, Oak & Mahogany Crossbanded Grandfather Clock/ long case clock of slender proportions by Richard Houton Of Oversly Gree...
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British Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century Irish Mahogany Tallcase Clock
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 18th Century Irish Mahogany Tallcase Clock with Steel & Brass Face, Signed Alex Gorden, Dublin
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European Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

Small Georgian Longcase Domestic Regulator by John Byard, London
Located in Norwich, GB
A very fine small Georgian longcase domestic regulator. Twelve inch silvered dial signed ‘John Byard, London’, with original blued steel hands and subsidiary seconds dial. M...
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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

Walnut longcase Clock Langley Bradley
Located in Folkestone, GB
An very fine quality burr walnut longcase clock from the Quenn Anne period with exceptionally well patinated case. With moulded stepped cornice above a fretwork border and silvered d...
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English Queen Anne Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Walnut

English 18th Century Chinoiserie James Hewitt of Sunderland Tall Case Clock
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English George III period tall case clock from the mid 18th century, with chinoiserie décor and brass face by James Hewitt of Sunderland. Created in En...
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English Chinoiserie Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Georgian Walnut Tall Case Clock by Thomas Smith of Norwich
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine 8 day tall case clock by Thomas Smith of Norwich, the three original giltwood urn finials over arched hood having molded cornice, the brass dial with engraved boss reading "Tho’s Smith - Norwich" the dial with second dial and calendar ring...
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English George II Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Swedish Black Lacquered and Gilt Chinoiserie Tall Case Clock, Lanner, Circa 1775
By Josua Lanner
Located in Charleston, SC
Swedish black lacquered and gilt Chinoiserie tall case clock with arched decorative floral hood, flanking finials, turned bulbous columns, ormolu and steel engraved face, figural flo...
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Swedish Gustavian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Steel

Georgian Mahogany Gothic Style Tall Case Clock with Moon Phase Dial
Located in Milford, NH
A fine English Georgian Gothic style tall case clock, its bonnet with a swan’s neck broken arch pediment with Battersea enamel oval polychrome urn accents surmounting scrolled fabric...
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English Gothic Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Late 18th c Scottish Mahogany Tall Clock by Ebenezer Anderson, Auchtermuchty
Located in Milford, NH
A fine Scottish inlaid mahogany tall clock by Eben (Ebenezer) Anderson, Auchtermuchty, with a swans neck split pediment top with brass rosettes and ball & spire finial, and pierced f...
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Scottish Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Swedish Gustavian Grey Painted Tall Case Clock
Located in Bradenton, FL
Incredibly rare Swedish Gustavian Neoclassical grey painted pine tall case clock, late 18th or early 19th century, having a circular hood surmounted by a cartouche, the face with Rom...
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Swedish Gustavian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

18th century Rococo Tall Case Musical Clock
Located in Allerum, SE
Exceptional and unusually large 18th century Rococo tall case musical clock with 15 bells and striking bell. Case comes in three parts, round porcelain dial with Roman and Arabic num...
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Danish Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

18th Century French Louis XV Carved Oak Long-Case Clock from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
This tall and elegant horloge de parquet was crafted in Normandy, France, circa 1780. Built of solid oak, the stately grandfather clock stands ...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Oak

French Mid 18th Century Louis XV Period Tall Case Clock, circa 1740
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational French Louis XV period, circa 1740, tall case clock with an extremely rare mechanism movement signed Jean Charost. The original case in kingwood, ebony and rosewood ven...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

18th Century Longcase Clock by Charles Rowbotham of Leicester
Located in Brussels, Brussels
A fine longclock from the end of the 18th century circa 1780 in oak by the watchmaker Charles Robotham of the city of Leicester Very beautiful English clock The clock has its o...
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British Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Oak

Swedish Mora Clock Sven Nilsson Morin Model
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Swedish Mora clock Sven Nilsson Morin Model 100 % Original paint.
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Swedish Primitive Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

18th Century 8 Day Mahogany Long Case Clock, by B. Francis of Gravesend
Located in London, GB
A late 18th century mahogany long case clock, by B. Francis of Gravesend, having arched top with brass finials and fluted columns, enclosing eight-day striking movement with silvered...
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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

George III Mahogany Regulator Clock
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A Regulator clock by William Chisholm, London. Baillie has no record of the maker but by the design of its original case, we believe it to be late 18th century circa 1790. The 8 day ...
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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century English Longcase Clock with Brass Face Plate by John Parsons
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the charm of a 18th century English Longcase Clock, featuring a brass face plate crafted by the renowned John Parsons. This timepiece also features a chinoiserie design. Eac...
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English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

MID-18th CENTURY TUSCAN TOWER CLOCK
Located in Firenze, FI
Elegant tower clock made of poplar and chestnut wood, covered in fruit wood. Made in Tuscany, the clock reflects the classic style of the mid-18th century, when the mechanisms were p...
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Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Iron

Swedish grandfather clock, circa 1790
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
This authentic Swedish grandfather clock, from circa 1790, features its original paint and beautiful floral ornamentation.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Glass, Wood

18th Century Painted Dial Mahogany Long Case Clock
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
An imposing 18th century eight day long case clock by Simister of Birmingham. The amazing mahogany case has a flame mahogany veneered door and the large reeded columns with ormolu mounts to the top. The whole case inlaid with bandings and stringing. The early painted dial...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

18th Century Antique Walnut Longcase Clock by James Blackborow of London
By James Blackborow
Located in Devon, GB
An antique George II period patinated, walnut longcase clock by James Blackborow of London. This finely figured veneered clock with elegant propo...
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English George II Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Walnut

18th Cent. Chinoiserie Tall Case Clock with Faux Tortoiseshell and British Ship
Located in Richmond, VA
Incredible 18th century chinoiserie tall case clock with faux tortoiseshell and scenes included figures, ho-ho birds, and a British ship. Remarkable lacquer work. Clock is signed Tho...
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English Chinoiserie Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Oak, Lacquer

George III Chinoserie Lacquered Tallcase Clock with Faux Tortoiseshell Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
George III Chinoserie Lacquered Tallcase Clock with Faux Tortoiseshell Design, Thomas Hall, ca. 1760
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English Chinoiserie Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Outstanding Quality 18th Century Oak Longcase Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality 18th century oak longcase clock having a fabulous brass dial with a 12” silvered chapter ring showing roman numerals and a subsidiary seconds dial, date aperture,...
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English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Oak

Late 18th Century Figural Dutch Marquetry Tall Case Grandfather Clock
Located in Long Branch, NJ
This stunning tall case clock was made in the Netherlands in the late 18th century. The case is magnificently inlaid and the top of hood has two angels on each side with a carving of...
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Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Swedish Mora Clock Sven Nilsson Morin Model 100% Original Paint
By Sven Nilsson Morin
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Mora Clock Sven Nilsson Morin Model 100% Original paint. he made his clocks from 1780 to 1810 and was one of Sweden`s most well known clock makers.
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Swedish Country Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Swedish Mora Clock Sven Nilsson Morin 100% Original Paint
By Sven Nilsson Morin
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Mora Clock Sven Nilsson Morin 100% Original Paint. he made his clocks from 1780 to 1810.
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Swedish Country Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

EXQUISiTE ANTIQUE RESTORED HAND CARVED GRANDFATHER CLOCK CASE DEPICTING A KING
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this one of a kind, fully restored, hand carved antique English longcase grandfather clock case depicting a King’s Sovereign portrait Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price What a find, I purchased this piece maybe 8-10 years ago and it has sat waiting all this time for restoration, whomever removed the clock movement did so with little care and damaged the top of the piece, as such it has been fully restored to gallery condition and is now ready to accommodate a new movement I saved this piece because clearly the carving is very old and was conducted by an exceedingly fine craftsman, the Sovereign portrait of a King is very Regal and adds a sense of occasion to such a piece, the case is also decorated with what looks like English Tudor Rose...
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English Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Gustavian Painted Longcase Clock from Denmark, Circa 1780s
Located in Lejre, DK
Step into the rich history of Danish craftsmanship with this extraordinary Antique Gustavian longcase clock, a true testament to the elegance of the late 18th century. Originating fr...
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Danish Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood, Paint

Swedish Mora Clock 100% Original Paint "Sven Nilsson Morin Model"
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Swedish Mora Clock 100% Original Paint "Sven Nilsson Morin Model" the old works have been removed and New battery works installed. I do offer the Original works with every...
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Swedish Country Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

ELEGANT 18th CENTURY LONDON LONGCASE CLOCK
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A George III period fiddle back mahogany longcase clock. The eight day movement with a full brass dial signed Ed Mann, London Fully cleaned with 2 years warranty Circa 1775
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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Swedish Mora Clock 100% Original Paint "Sven Nilsson Morin"
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Swedish Mora Clock 100% Original Paint "Sven Nilsson Morin" the old works have been removed and New battery works installed. I do offer the Original works with every clock...
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Swedish Country Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Magnificent Antique George II Brass Face Red Walnut Longcase Clock
Located in Suffolk, GB
This is a magnificent example of a George II brass face red walnut longcase clock. The hood having and elegant broken swan-neck pediment and bras...
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English George II Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Oak Cased Grandfather Clock by Benjamin Lamprey, Burford
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Benjamin Lamprey Long Case Clock. A wonderful Grandfather clock by the Cotswold clock maker Benjamin Lamprey, Burford. A mid-18th century oak longcase clock with 11-inch square bras...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Oak

18th Century French Louis XIV Carved Walnut Tall Case Clock with Rooster
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant, antique long case clock was crafted in Lyon, France, circa 1780. The fruitwood grandfather clock built in two sections has beauti...
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French Louis XIV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass, Iron

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Rococo Mora Clock in Original Green Paint
Located in San Angelo, TX
Here is a beautiful 18th Century Swedish Rococo style wooden longcase Mora clock with its original paint featuring green tones. This piece has mini...
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Swedish Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Enamel

Fine 18th Century Queen Anne Burr Walnut Eight-Day Longcase Clock
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Early 18th-Century Burr Walnut Longcase Clock, Circa 1705-1710. England This magnificent early 18th-century English longcase clock exemplifies exceptional craftsmanship and timeless...
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English Queen Anne Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Georgian Mahogany Longcase Clock by Stephen Mears, Hempnall
Located in Norwich, GB
Georgian mahogany longcase clock by Stephen Mears, Hempnall Finely figured mahogany case with long break arch trunk door with...
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English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Mahogany

Standing Clock Regulator Styl England 18th Century
Located in Warsaw, PL
This imposing regulator clock is a testament to the precision and artistry of English horology during the 18th century. Designed for accuracy and often used in workshops, observatories, and other settings where precise timekeeping was paramount, the regulator represents a significant advancement in clockmaking technology. The clock features a characteristic tall case, likely crafted from a fine hardwood such as mahogany or walnut. The case may be adorned with decorative elements such as marquetry or brass accents, adding to its visual appeal. The clock face, often made of enamel, likely displays Roman numerals and finely crafted hands, possibly with subsidiary dials for seconds or other functions. The movement within the clock is likely of high quality, featuring intricate mechanisms designed for precision and reliability. The use of high-quality materials and meticulous craftsmanship ensures both functionality and aesthetic appeal. This regulator clock stands as a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of 18th-century English clockmakers. It would make a significant addition to any collection of fine horological instruments or serve as a captivating conversation piece in a study or library. -There are functions such as seconds, minutes, hours, and only the month - Music box with 8 tracks...
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French Other Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Southern Jutland Grandfather Clock In Light Pine Wood From 1780s
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique Southern Jutland grandfather clock from the 1780s. Light oak. H: 235 cm, W: 51 cm, D: 25 cm. Classic Danish grandfather clock. — Origin: Denmark, Southern Jutland — Period: ...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Pine

Antique George III Mahogany Longcase Clock Signed Charles Shuckburgh, London
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine antique George lll all original longcase clock signed Charles Shuckburgh of London having a brass arched dial, silvered chapter ring, subsidiary dial, original hands, 8 day move...
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English George III Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass, Other

Swedish Painted Tall Case Column Clock from the Late 18th Century
Located in Washington, DC
A Swedish painted tall case column clock from the late 18th century. There are two decorative brass clock hands. The face is secured behind a single hinged glass door. The top of the clock has a carved ionic column and carved dental molding...
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Swedish Gustavian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Metal

18th C French Walnut Louis XV Longcase Clock from Meslay by Patou-Collin
Located in Southampton, NY
French walnut Louis XV longcase clock from Meslay by Patou-Collin, 18th C. A lovely clean lined design with a single rounded door on the top opening to an elaborate gilt tin face molded surround with peacocks, swans and flowers with a central white clock face in roman numerals. Marked Patou-Collin, a Meslay. A long narrow lower door with a round glass window...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Swedish Painted Wood Clock with Scalloped Base and Original Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish 18th century clock with original paint and delicately carved crest. This clock retains it's original metal face, hands and movement. The face on this Swedish clock is sign...
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Swedish Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Quality Antique 18th century mahogany longcase clock
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality Antique 18th century mahogany longcase clock, having a quality antique 18th century longcase clock, a quality mahogany case with a ...
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English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Swedish Rococo Longcase Clock signed Petter Södermann Stockholm
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Very decorative and fine rococo longcase clock by the renowned clockmaker Petter Södermann Stockholm (1740-1813). Finely carved case with scroll and shellwork gilded and painted in a...
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Swedish Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

Phillip Avenell of Farnham English Tall Clock with Japanned Case circa 1770
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of an English tall clock with japanned case by clockmaker Phillip Avenell of Farnum (d. 1783). Avenell was part of the renowned and p...
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English Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

French Louis XV Period Walnut Longcase Clock from the Rhône Valley, circa 1760
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French mid-18th century Louis XV period walnut longcase grandfather clock from the Rhône Valley. This French tall walnut clock features a rectangular head topped with a bonnet pedi...
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French Louis XV Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Metal

Georgian Longcase Clock with Red Chinoiserie Decoration
Located in Dallas, TX
Georgian red-lacquered longcase / tall-case clock with gilt Chinoiserie decoration, marked William Wilson / Darlington with sunburst decoration, brass dial with repousse spandrels and silvered chapter ring with black Roman numerals; includes built in level bubble on bottom of clock face, case decorated with raised gilt Chinese / Far Eastern designs on a deep red ground; with movement, pendulum and two weights, key to case only...
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English Georgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

18th Century English Grandfather Clock by James Pike
Located in Greven, DE
Antique George III grandfather clock from Newton Abbot England (Newton Abbot) Mahogany circa 1790 Dimensions: H x W x D: 207 x 50 x 27 ...
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British Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

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. Retaining its original polychrome surface, the case features Rococo floral and fig...
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Italian Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Rococo Tall Case Clock with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Rococo tall case clock from Boden Norrbotten, Northern Sweden. Made in wood. Nice details and carvings in shape of flowers and leav...
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Swedish Rococo Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Pine

French Provincial Walnut Grandfather Clock
Located in Queens, NY
French Provincial (Mid-18th Century) walnut grandfather clock with fruitwood inlay and fluted sides. (Not working) Not Working. Clock face is slightly misaligned
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French Louis XVI Antique 18th Century and Earlier Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Unique 18th-Century Grandfather Clocks and Other Antique Longcase Clocks for Sale on 1stDibs

Antique 18th-century 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.

The three kinds of longcase clocks 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 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 18th-century grandfather clock or other 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 — whether it’s the Howard Miller Clock Company, Hermle, Seth Thomas Clock Company or another clockmaker — may be an easy way to learn about the history of your clock.

Find a distinctive variety of antique 18th-century grandfather clocks and longcase clocks on 1stDibs, and browse our collection of unusually beautiful clocks, wall clocks, desk clocks and other vintage clocks too.

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