Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
20th Century Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Chrome
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood, Paint
Late 18th Century Northern Irish Chippendale Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass, Iron
Early 1800s English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Early 18th Century English George III Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Bronze, Other
Late 20th Century Spanish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Pine
19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
1970s American Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1770s Irish Chippendale Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Late 18th Century British Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Steel
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood, Paint
Early 19th Century Scottish Regency Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
2010s Swedish Minimalist Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Concrete
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Pine
2010s Swedish Minimalist Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Concrete
1770s Swedish Rococo Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1770s Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1820s European Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1740s Dutch Rococo Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass, Iron
2010s Swedish Minimalist Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Concrete, Marble
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Pine
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Iron
18th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
2010s Swedish Minimalist Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Concrete
20th Century Swiss Black Forest Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
16th Century British George II Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1820s American Federal Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Enamel
Late 19th Century French Country Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal, Brass
Early 19th Century George III Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Glass, Mahogany
18th Century British Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Metal
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood, Giltwood
Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Enamel
Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Glass, Wood, Paint
19th Century British William IV Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood, Paint
19th Century Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
19th Century European Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Oak, Satinwood
1890s English Edwardian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
1920s British Edwardian Vintage Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Brass
Early 1800s Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Giltwood
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Wood, Paint
19th Century Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks
Lacquer
Antique Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks for Sale on 1stDibs
Antique grandfather clocks and longcase clocks are staples of old-world design sensibilities, and, along with their storied history, these statuesque timepieces can bring a feeling of warmth to living rooms, dining rooms and other areas of your home.
Longcase clocks, which originated in England and were manufactured in the United States beginning in the 1700s, refer to tall clocks with a face and clock works positioned high in the housing while a large swinging pendulum movement is tucked inside the case, which is supported by a carved base called a plinth.
While guests making their way through your foyer (another ideal location for such a furnishing) might typically refer to your longcase clock as a “grandfather clock,” there are actually three varieties of these stylish floor clocks, which include granddaughter clocks (the shortest, generally not one solid piece of wood and around three to five feet tall), grandmother clocks (the slimmer middle ground, between five feet and six feet tall) and grandfather clocks, which are typically between six and seven feet tall.
Sculptural and statement-making, antique grandfather clocks created by the likes of the Seth Thomas Clock Company, the Howard Miller Clock Company, Hermle or other clockmakers are an alluring choice in filling up space in a room, while the shorter longcase clocks are just as useful if you need an element that is comparatively muted or you’re working with limited space.
Each generation of artisan clockmakers, working in various furniture styles over time, contributed its own flourishes to the design of longcase clocks. Antique grandfather clocks in the Georgian style share commonalities with neoclassical design. They were often made in dark woods such as mahogany and feature intricate carving. Mahogany is also common for Victorian-era grandfather clocks, although examples of this style can be found in oak and walnut too. Designers of contemporary grandfather clocks are using a range of materials.
It’s easy to get confused when determining the origins or value of an antique grandfather clock or other vintage longcase clock. While an antique appraiser will be able to tell quickly, searching for a manufacturer’s name engraved on the face and dial of the clock may be an easy way to learn about the history of your clock.
Find a distinctive variety of antique grandfather clocks and longcase clocks on 1stDibs, and browse our collection of unusually beautiful clocks, wall clocks, desk clocks and other vintage clocks too.