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Late 19th Century French Novelty ‘Quarterdeck’ Mantel Clock by Guilmet, Paris
By Andre Romain Guilmet
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late 19th century French gilt-brass and steel novelty ‘quarterdeck’ mantel clock by Guilmet
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Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

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Brass

Late 19th Century French Novelty ‘Quarterdeck’ Mantel Clock by Guilmet, Paris
Late 19th Century French Novelty ‘Quarterdeck’ Mantel Clock by Guilmet, Paris

Late 19th Century French Novelty ‘Quarterdeck’ Mantel Clock by Guilmet, Paris

H 11.5 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in

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19th Century French Steam Clock
Located in Bransby, GB
French 19th century novelty clock and barometer in the form of a Watt types steam governor
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Antique Late 19th Century French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Brass

19th Century French Steam Clock
19th Century French Steam Clock

19th Century French Steam Clock

H 4.73 in W 8.27 in D 4.34 in
Edwardian Novelty Gilt Brass & Nickel Plated Stirrup Clock
By France"
Located in Dereham, GB
Edwardian Novelty Gilt Brass & Nickel Plated Stirrup clock Nickel Plated Stirrup Supporting Gilt
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20th Century English Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Brass

Edwardian Novelty Gilt Brass & Nickel Plated Stirrup Clock
Edwardian Novelty Gilt Brass & Nickel Plated Stirrup Clock

Edwardian Novelty Gilt Brass & Nickel Plated Stirrup Clock

H 7.09 in W 6.3 in D 2.76 in
19th Century French Marble and Bronze Antique Bicycle Novelty Clock
By Henry Marc
Located in London, Nottinghill
A French marble and bronze antique clock with man and bicycle also in bronze. Signed 'Henry Marc a
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Antique 1880s European French Provincial Mantel Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Marble and Bronze Antique Bicycle Novelty Clock
19th Century French Marble and Bronze Antique Bicycle Novelty Clock

19th Century French Marble and Bronze Antique Bicycle Novelty Clock

H 14 in W 9 in D 6 in

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Beautiful Pair of Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze, Enamel and Sèvres Style Vases
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Long Island City, NY
A beautiful pair of late 19th century gilt bronze and champlevé enamel mounted white Sèvres style vases Gilt bronze tops above a long neck with raised gold designs. The painted fr...
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Beautiful Pair of Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze, Enamel and Sèvres Style Vases
Beautiful Pair of Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze, Enamel and Sèvres Style Vases

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First Edition Portland Vase, Wedgwood, circa 1793
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
NOTE: We do not keep this in the showroom. Please let us know if you're visiting and would like to see it. Rarely does a first edition Portland vase come onto the market, and even m...
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Antique Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Pottery

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Pottery

First Edition Portland Vase, Wedgwood, circa 1793
First Edition Portland Vase, Wedgwood, circa 1793

First Edition Portland Vase, Wedgwood, circa 1793

H 10 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in
18th Century Rococo German Painted and Gilt Wine Cooler in the Form of a Swan
Located in Troy, NY
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18th Century Rococo German Painted and Gilt Wine Cooler in the Form of a Swan
18th Century Rococo German Painted and Gilt Wine Cooler in the Form of a Swan

18th Century Rococo German Painted and Gilt Wine Cooler in the Form of a Swan

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Meissen Grouping of Apollo's Sun Chariot with Sun Putti for Catherine the Great
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
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Meissen Grouping of Apollo's Sun Chariot with Sun Putti for Catherine the Great
Meissen Grouping of Apollo's Sun Chariot with Sun Putti for Catherine the Great

Meissen Grouping of Apollo's Sun Chariot with Sun Putti for Catherine the Great

H 11.75 in W 16.5 in D 9 in
Large 19th Century Carved Black Forest Mantel Clock
By Black Forest
Located in London, GB
A Large Black Forest Mantle Clock Constructed in carved linden wood, fitted with a two train eight day striking clock; mounted on a shaped serpentine base, with a moulded edge, th...
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Large 19th Century Carved Black Forest Mantel Clock
Large 19th Century Carved Black Forest Mantel Clock

Large 19th Century Carved Black Forest Mantel Clock

H 31.25 in W 35.5 in D 12 in
Viennese Cold-Painted Bronze Egyptian Monument Letterbox by Bergman
By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)
Located in London, GB
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Viennese Cold-Painted Bronze Egyptian Monument Letterbox by Bergman
Viennese Cold-Painted Bronze Egyptian Monument Letterbox by Bergman

Viennese Cold-Painted Bronze Egyptian Monument Letterbox by Bergman

H 18.12 in W 15.36 in D 11.03 in
Large German Early 20th Century Silver and Vermeil Nef
Located in London, GB
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Important Set of Four Large Porphyry Obelisks
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Important Set of Four Large Porphyry Obelisks
Important Set of Four Large Porphyry Obelisks

Important Set of Four Large Porphyry Obelisks

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Extraordinary Carved Wood Antique British Ship's Figurehead for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
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Extraordinary Carved Wood Antique British Ship's Figurehead for Restoration
Extraordinary Carved Wood Antique British Ship's Figurehead for Restoration

Extraordinary Carved Wood Antique British Ship's Figurehead for Restoration

H 61.5 in W 29 in D 14.5 in
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 by Maison Marquis, the Movement by Languereau, Paris, 1860: surmounted by an urn i...
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Monumental Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock by Maison Marquis
Monumental Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mantel Clock by Maison Marquis

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Pair of Wedgwood Borghese Covered Vases, circa 1840
Located in New York, NY
With neoclassical decoration. Impressed Wedgwood.
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Pair of Wedgwood Borghese Covered Vases, circa 1840
Pair of Wedgwood Borghese Covered Vases, circa 1840

Pair of Wedgwood Borghese Covered Vases, circa 1840

H 30 in Dm 11 in
Pair of Lapis Lazuli and Ormolu Mounted 'Medici' Vases After Galberg
Located in London, GB
Pair of lapis lazuli and ormolu mounted 'Medici' vases after Galberg French, 20th Century Height 52cm, diameter 32.5cm These stunning vases are made from lapis lazuli and ormolu: an...
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Pair of Lapis Lazuli and Ormolu Mounted 'Medici' Vases After Galberg
Pair of Lapis Lazuli and Ormolu Mounted 'Medici' Vases After Galberg

Pair of Lapis Lazuli and Ormolu Mounted 'Medici' Vases After Galberg

H 19.69 in Dm 12.8 in
Pair of Ormolu Mounted Malachite French Vases after a design by Galberg
By Ekaterinburg Faceting Factory, Russia
Located in London, GB
A pair of ormolu mounted malachite Ekaterinburg vases after a design by I.I. Galberg French, 20th century Height 51cm, diameter 32cm Crafted to a design by the prestigious architect...
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Pair of Ormolu Mounted Malachite French Vases after a design by Galberg
Pair of Ormolu Mounted Malachite French Vases after a design by Galberg

Pair of Ormolu Mounted Malachite French Vases after a design by Galberg

H 20.08 in Dm 12.6 in
Pair of Important Russian Gilt Bronze and Metal Vases
Located in London, GB
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Pair of Important Russian Gilt Bronze and Metal Vases
Pair of Important Russian Gilt Bronze and Metal Vases

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H 38.59 in W 16.93 in D 14.97 in
Pair of Very Large Malachite and Ormolu Vases
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Pair of Very Large Malachite and Ormolu Vases

Pair of Very Large Malachite and Ormolu Vases

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A Napoleon III Gilt and Silvered Bronze, Onyx and Enamel Figural Clock Set
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Located in Brighton, West Sussex
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French Novelty Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the French novelty clock you’re looking for. Each French novelty clock for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and brass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer French novelty clock, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A French novelty clock is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Nouveau, Louis XVI and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. A well-made French novelty clock has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by François Linke, Andre Romain Guilmet and Elkington & Co. are consistently popular.

How Much is a French Novelty Clock?

The average selling price for a French novelty clock at 1stDibs is $18,477, while they’re typically $1,200 on the low end and $105,496 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Decorative Objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Questions About French Novelty Clock
  • 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 adjust a French mantel clock?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you adjust a French mantel clock depends on its design. In many antique clocks, there is a winding slot that says R for Retard on one side and A for Advance on the other. If you wish to make the clock faster, you turn the key toward the R. To slow down the clock, turn the key in the opposite direction toward the A. Find a large collection of French mantel clocks on 1stDibs.

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