Glossary Archives - Antique Vintage Clocks Information and Price Guide to Antique and Vintage Clocks Fri, 08 Sep 2023 10:33:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 Marble Clocks https://antiquevintageclocks.com/marble-clocks/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 10:33:54 +0000 https://antiquevintageclocks.com/?p=423 Marble Clocks. Marble is a rock composed of calcium and magnesium carbonate, mostly white and pink although it can be found in other colors as well such as green if…

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Marble Clocks. Marble is a rock composed of calcium and magnesium carbonate, mostly white and pink although it can be found in other colors as well such as green if there is a presence of iron and / or magnesium.

Below are some examples and price guides of marble clocks including a three piece garniture and a Louis XVI white marble lyre clock.

Three Piece Sienna Marble and Bronze Mounted Clock Garniture

Three Piece Sienna Marble and Bronze Mounted Clock Garniture,
France, late 19th/early 20th century,
F. Marti movement to an architectural clock mounted with a lion, applied classical figures and ornaments, overall ht. 21; with a matching pair of urns, ht. 13 3/8 in.

Sold for US$2,304 inc. premium at Bonham’s in 2023


A LOUIS XVI ORMOLU-MOUNTED WHITE MARBLE LYRE CLOCK SIGNED BY JOSEPH-SIMON COUSIN

A LOUIS XVI ORMOLU-MOUNTED WHITE MARBLE LYRE CLOCK SIGNED BY JOSEPH-SIMON COUSIN, LAST QUARTER 18TH CENTURY

In molded white marble and chiseled and gilded bronze ornamentation, the enameled dial signed ‘COUSIN / Hger de MGNR CONTE DARTOIS’ inscribed in a lyre, topped with a radiant mask, the fleur-de-lys hour hand, on a base oval surrounded by a frieze of laurel leaves, on four top-shaped runners, resting on an associated base in gilded wood, with a globe

Sold for EUR 7,560 at Christie’s in 2023


An antique 18th century French Empire Louis XVI Neoclassical mantel clock

An antique 18th century French Empire Louis XVI Neoclassical mantel clock. The footed white and red marble base is garnished with ormolu decorations. The round white clock face with Roman numerals and figurative handles is placed in the center. It is flanked by two gilt bronze lions and topped by an eagle figurine, on the top. The pendulum is detached

Sold for US$1,200 at Antique Arena Inc. in 2023


ART DECO FRENCH GREEN MARBLE & BLACK ONYX MANTLE CLOCK

ART DECO FRENCH GREEN MARBLE & BLACK ONYX MANTLE CLOCK

A period French Art Deco mantle clock, the case is made of black onyx accented with richly verdigris veined marble trim accents, with a white enamel dial, Roman numeral hour designations, moon form hands and beveled glass cover, chimes on the half and on the hour

Sold for US$950 at Kotler Galleries & Auctioneers in 2023


Napoleon III table clock, James Muirhead, Glasgow, last quarter of the 19th century

Napoleon III table clock, James Muirhead, Glasgow, last quarter of the 19th century

James Muirhead & Son, Glasgow, c.1860 French gilt bronze and white marble case with putti depicting an allegory of Autumn. Paris movement and enamel dial (flawed) signed “Jas. Muirhead & Son”. It presents losses of gilding and the machinery needs revision. Attach pendulum and key.

Sold for €6,500 at Ansorena in 2023

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Neoclassical Clocks https://antiquevintageclocks.com/neoclassical-clocks/ Sat, 04 Feb 2023 12:58:23 +0000 https://antiquevintageclocks.com/?p=403 Neoclassical clocks are clocks which have the characteristics of classical antiquity mainly ancient Greek and Roman styles. Below are some examples of neoclassical clocks including a French ormolu mantel clock…

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Neoclassical clocks are clocks which have the characteristics of classical antiquity mainly ancient Greek and Roman styles.

Below are some examples of neoclassical clocks including a French ormolu mantel clock and an English satinwood tall case clock.

A mid 19th century French ormolu Neoclassical style mantel clock

A mid 19th century French ormolu Neoclassical style mantel clock
Deniere, Ft de Bronzes a Paris, the case stamped H. Pigard
The classically inspired case surmounted by the drum with an elaborate perfume burner with swagged garlands mounted on a scroll and foliate base decorated with a Classical frieze on toupie feet, the 5.75 inch signed circular white enamel Roman and Arabic dial with gilt fancy hands, the signed circular brass movement striking the hours and half hours on a bell, the movement stamped ‘Pons Medaille D’Or.’ Ticking and striking, sold with a pendulum and winding key. 52cms (20ins) high

Sold for £3,825 inc. premium at Bonham’s in 2021


Gilt bronze neoclassical clock, c1840

Gilt bronze neoclassical clock, c1840.
11 inches long x 13 inches tall x 5.5 inches deep

    Sold for US$800 at David Killen Gallery in 2023


    English Neoclassical Adam Style satinwood tall case clock

    English Neoclassical Adam Style satinwood tall case clock, pine secondary. Swan’s neck pediment with brass urn form finials, arched hood door flanked by free-standing round columns; engraved brass clock face with hour and minute hands, seconds dial, date dial, lunar dial, and scrolling foliate and mask relief spandrels, plate on face engraved “Vincent Menil Amsterdam”.

    Sold for US$2,600 at Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals in 2023


    Lemerle Charpentier Bronze French Victorian Clock

    Lemerle Charpentier Bronze French Victorian Clock

    A French Neoclassical figural mantel clock. Cast bronze with rich gold dore finish. Produced circa 1880. Large urn form case surmounted by a cherub putto Cupid Eros figure, above circular enamel dial signed LEMERLE CHARPENTIER & CIE BRONZIERS PARIS 8 RUE CHARLOT. Flanked and supported to each side by Neoclassical Graces or Muses figures, and decorated with hanging floral wreath forms, acorns, and relief floral and cameo profile portrait forms. Movement stamped LEMERLE CHARPENTIER PARIS. Accompanied by winding key.

    Sold for US$8,000 at Hill Auction Gallery in 2023


    An antique French Empire period mantel clock dated circa 1780 - 1800

    An antique French Empire period mantel clock dated circa 1780 – 1800. This Neoclassical style clock is made by Michel-François Piolaine, French, active from 1787. The case is made of red marble and gilded bronze details. The sides of the clock body are decorated with caryatids holding stylized cornucopias on their heads. The white enameled dial is signed: Piolaine a Paris. Working condition.

    Sold for US$1,600 USD at Antique Arena Inc. in 2023

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    Slate Clocks https://antiquevintageclocks.com/slate-clocks/ Tue, 04 Oct 2022 07:02:58 +0000 https://antiquevintageclocks.com/?p=380 Slate clocks were very popular during Queen Victoria’s reign as they were a popular color during the mourning period. Slate clocks are still made today. Below are some examples of…

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    Slate clocks were very popular during Queen Victoria’s reign as they were a popular color during the mourning period. Slate clocks are still made today.

    Below are some examples of slate clocks including a pietra dura garniture and a marble clock with a slate face.

    A BLACK SLATE AND PIETRA DURA THREE-PIECE CLOCK GARNITURE

    A BLACK SLATE AND PIETRA DURA THREE-PIECE CLOCK GARNITURE
    Third quarter 19th century
    Bearing presentation plaque dated 1875.
    height of clock 9 3/4in (25cm); height of candelabra 11in (28cm)

    Sold for US$191.25 inc. premium at Bonham’s in 2022


    A FRENCH BLACK SLATE STRIKING MANTEL CLOCK

    A FRENCH BLACK SLATE STRIKING MANTEL CLOCK
    CIRCA 1880, SIGNED BY C. DETOUCHE
    The case of curving architectural form with twin barrel movement, the dial with Brocot open escapement and ruby palletts signed ‘C. DETOUCHE FSEUR DE LA VILLE DE PARIS’, above a glazed cartouche housing the pendulum, flanked by a barometer and a dial indicating day, date and phases of the moon, on stepped base

    1. 1/2 in. (52 cm.) high; 21 in. (52.5 cm) wide; 7. 1/2 in. (19 cm.) deep

    Sold for GBP 3,000 at Christie’s in 2021


    A 19th century French Mystery clock by Andre Romain Guilmet

    A 19th century French Mystery clock by Andre Romain Guilmet, Paris. 14-day spring driven time and strike movement with Black Slate dial and inlaid Roman numerals, cast Bronze bezel, adjustable Brass and Steel pendulum with Gilded Bronze mounts and Crystal bob, rear plate with “G L T” trademark, serial #208. Black Slate case surmounted by a Bronze Classical draped figure of a Greek Goddess which suspends the pendulum, with Gilded moldings, Lion’s mask side handles and a shaped molded base supported by paw feet.

    Sold for US$6,500 at Schmidt’s Antiques Inc. in 2022


    Rouge Marble Clock with Slate Face

    Rouge marble 19th century mantle clock with bronze mounts & slate dial with gilt numerals, clock is 12.5″ tall, no pendulum.

    Sold for US$350 at Hudson Valley Auctioneers LLC Beacon NY in 2022

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    Cherry Wood Clocks https://antiquevintageclocks.com/cherry-wood-clocks/ Sat, 21 Dec 2019 09:59:20 +0000 https://antiquevintageclocks.com/?p=244 Cherry Wood Clocks. Cherry wood has a warm rich appearance although there are differences in the color and characteristics of the heartwood and the sapwood. The heartwood of Cherry is…

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    Cherry Wood Clocks. Cherry wood has a warm rich appearance although there are differences in the color and characteristics of the heartwood and the sapwood.

    The heartwood of Cherry is a rich reddish brown which darkens over time with exposure to light and air. The sapwood is usually a creamy, satin white. Both heartwood and sapwood are used for a variety of applications.

    Cherry wood is known for its smooth texture and fine workability. Reference: Cherry Outlet.

    Below are some examples of cherry wood clocks.

    Samuel Sturgeon Pennsylvania Tall Case Clock Exceptional Federal Cherrywood Tall Case Seven-Tune Musical Clock, Martin Cheney, Windsor, Vermont, Circa 1809 A late 18th/early 19th Century German ebonised quarter-striking bracket clock with pull-repeat A LOUIS XV PROVINCIAL INLAID CHERRY AND BIRCH LONG-CASE CLOCK Queen Anne Cherry Tall Case Clock 18th Century Chippendale Tall Case Cherry Clock, John Wood

     

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    Ebony Clocks https://antiquevintageclocks.com/ebony-clocks/ Thu, 19 Dec 2019 08:24:43 +0000 https://antiquevintageclocks.com/?p=227 Ebony Clocks. Ebony is a dense black/brown hardwood, most commonly yielded by several different species in the genus Diospyros, which also contains the persimmons. Ebony is dense enough to sink…

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    Ebony Clocks. Ebony is a dense black/brown hardwood, most commonly yielded by several different species in the genus Diospyros, which also contains the persimmons. Ebony is dense enough to sink in water. It is finely-textured and has a very smooth finish when polished, making it valuable as an ornamental wood. The word ebony comes from the Ancient Egyptian hbny, through the Ancient Greek ἔβενος (ébenos), into Latin and Middle English. Reference: Wikipedia

    A large bracket clock in solid oak and veneered in ebony decorated with gilt brass mounts A unique first quarter of the 19th century Austrian ormolu, ebony and alabaster-mounted burr thuya wood automata organ clock Ebony Table Clock KOLOMAN MOSER (1868-1918) RARE MANTEL CLOCK, MODEL NO. S 771, 1907-1908 English Ebony Veneered Bracket Clock Samuel Watson, late 17th century A SUPERB BRACKET CLOCK by SIMON DE CHARMERS, LONDON

     

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    Electric Clocks https://antiquevintageclocks.com/electric-clocks/ Tue, 17 Dec 2019 10:57:50 +0000 https://antiquevintageclocks.com/?p=213 Electric Clocks. An electric clock is a clock that is powered by electricity, as opposed to a mechanical clock which is powered by a hanging weight or a mainspring. The…

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    Electric Clocks. An electric clock is a clock that is powered by electricity, as opposed to a mechanical clock which is powered by a hanging weight or a mainspring. The term is often applied to the electrically powered mechanical clocks that were used before quartz clocks were introduced in the 1980s. The first experimental electric clocks were constructed around 1840, but they were not widely manufactured until mains electric power became available in the 1890s. In the 1930s the synchronous electric clock replaced mechanical clocks as the most widely used type of clock. Reference: Wikipedia

    Electric Clock Movement A MONUMENTAL GALLERY CLOCK FORM B&O CAMDEN STATION A battery powered electrical clock. Made 1918-1940 An English mahogany electric timepiece, Eureka circa 1920 An early 20th century mahogany and inlaid electric mental clock Digital radio alarm clock.

     

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    Quartz Clocks https://antiquevintageclocks.com/quartz-clocks/ Tue, 17 Dec 2019 08:55:26 +0000 https://antiquevintageclocks.com/?p=203 Quartz Clocks. A quartz clock is a clock that uses an electronic oscillator that is regulated by a quartz crystal to keep time. This crystal oscillator creates a signal with…

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    Quartz Clocks. A quartz clock is a clock that uses an electronic oscillator that is regulated by a quartz crystal to keep time. This crystal oscillator creates a signal with very precise frequency, so that quartz clocks are at least an order of magnitude more accurate than mechanical clocks. Generally, some form of digital logic counts the cycles of this signal and provides a numeric time display, usually in units of hours, minutes, and seconds.

    The world’s first quartz clock was built in 1927 by Warren Marrison and J. W. Horton at Bell Telephone Laboratories. The world’s first quartz watch, however, was unveiled by Seiko as the Astron in December 1969. Since the 1980s, when the advent of solid-state digital electronics allowed them to be made compact and inexpensive, quartz timekeepers have become the world’s most widely used timekeeping technology, used in most clocks and watches as well as computers and other appliances that keep time. Reference: Wikipedia

    Quartz Clock Movement Patek Philippe A RARE QUARTZ TABLE CLOCK WITH SWEEP SECOND MADE FOR THE S.B.S. REF 1160E N 1.800.087 MADE IN 1972 Jean & Pierre Bellin. A Fine and Unique Yellow Gold, Diamond, Tourmaline, Amethyst and Nephrite Arabian Gazelle Mantel Clock Digital radio alarm clock. INDUCTA FOR ROLEX. A LARGE AND UNUSUAL GILT METAL QUARTZ WALL CLOCK Gilt-Metal and Simulated Blue Hardstone Alarm Desk Clock, Asprey

     

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    Bellows https://antiquevintageclocks.com/bellows/ Mon, 16 Dec 2019 08:36:09 +0000 https://antiquevintageclocks.com/?p=194 A bellows or pair of bellows is a device constructed to furnish a strong blast of air. The simplest type consists of a flexible bag comprising a pair of rigid…

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    A bellows or pair of bellows is a device constructed to furnish a strong blast of air. The simplest type consists of a flexible bag comprising a pair of rigid boards with handles joined by flexible leather sides enclosing an approximately airtight cavity which can be expanded and contracted by operating the handles, and fitted with a valve allowing air to fill the cavity when expanded, and with a tube through which the air is forced out in a stream when the cavity is compressed.It has many applications, in particular blowing on a fire to supply it with air. Reference: Wikipedia.

    Below are some examples and price guides of clocks which have bellows in their mechanisms including a Black Forest cuckoo clock.

    Bellows inside of a cuckoo clock French musical automaton fitted with clock, 1870-1900 Made c 1890 An ormolu musical automaton singing bird clock, Moulinié, Bautte & Moynier, Geneva, circa 1820 A good 1930s chrome plated First series Atmos timepiece A MONUMENTAL EMPIRE ORMOLU AND PATINATED BRONZE MUSICAL ‘SINGING BIRD’ AND AUTOMATON CLOCK The Stein Auction Co.

     

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    Organ Pipes https://antiquevintageclocks.com/organ-pipes/ Sun, 15 Dec 2019 09:26:24 +0000 https://antiquevintageclocks.com/?p=185 Organ Pipes. An organ pipe is a sound-producing element of the pipe organ that resonates at a specific pitch when pressurized air (commonly referred to as wind) is driven through…

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    Organ Pipes. An organ pipe is a sound-producing element of the pipe organ that resonates at a specific pitch when pressurized air (commonly referred to as wind) is driven through it. Each pipe is tuned to a specific note of the musical scale. A set of organ pipes of similar timbre comprising the complete scale is known as a rank; one or more ranks constitutes a stop. Reference: Wikipedia

    Organ pipes inside of a clock A unique first quarter of the 19th century Austrian ormolu, ebony and alabaster-mounted burr thuya wood automata organ clock Gilt-metal clock in form of bird-cage MONUMENTAL CLOCK WITH MUSIC OF GEORGE III PERIOD A FINE REGENCY GIANT GILT BRASS MOUNTED MAHOGANY Musical Clock with Spinet and Organ ca. 1625

     

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    Clock Bells https://antiquevintageclocks.com/clock-bells/ Sat, 14 Dec 2019 10:03:02 +0000 https://antiquevintageclocks.com/?p=175 Clock Bells. The most common bell in a clock is used to strike the hours, quarter hours and half hours. However, groups of small bells can also be used in…

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    Clock Bells. The most common bell in a clock is used to strike the hours, quarter hours and half hours. However, groups of small bells can also be used in musical clocks and automatons. Below are some examples of clocks which have at least one bell in their mechanism.

     

    Bell inside of a striking clock Dutch Rococo Brass-Mounted Walnut Longcase Automaton Clock by Antoni Van Oostrom Schatz Ships Clock Clock ca. 1780–90 Workshop of David Roentgen German Bracket Clock Made by: Markwick-Markham partnership (about 1725–about 1805) English (London) about 1760–80 A SMALL ROSEWOOD QUARTER STRIKING AND MUSICAL TABLE CLOCK, CHINESE, CIRCA 1800

     

     

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