Antique French Clocks

Museum Quality, By F. Berthoud - antique french clock
Museum Quality, By F. Berthoud

Massive Museum Quality Mantel Clock

This magnificent old masterpiece Antique French Mantel Clock for sale, is meant for either the very serious collector of rare old and valuable clocks or for those who want serious beauty and an investment in time. This is massive gilded bronze antique mantel clock is signed by Frederic Berthoud and it is such an impressive one that you would expect to have seen it only in a museum.

The first thing I need to tell you about is the size of this old clock. It truly is big and is an eye catcher to say the least. This antique French mantel clock is 20.5″ in height and 13″ in width, and has a depth of 8.5″, all weighing close to 50 pounds. This rare and vintage beauty, truly a king among French clocks, would generally be referred to as a “palace” style, as you would only find it in the grand old homes of near to palace size.  Price: CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US REGARDING PRICING.

A Masterwork from Noel Bourret

This beautiful French Empire, old mantel clock is from the late 1700s and by the master, “Noel Bourret a Paris,” one of the all time greats in the manufacturing of beautiful French clocks. It is of Bisque Porcelain and Gilt Bronze, of a Chariot with a robed maiden and drawn by a gilded bronze swan.

The enamel dial is marked Bourret a Paris (Noel Bourret, France, 1755-1803) one of the most important old Parisian clockmakers of the late 18th century. It rests on a cobalt blue and gilded oval plinth. the size is 11 W, 4.5 D, 10 inches high.  It is one of the finest examples of  vintage French mantel clocks that we have for sale. CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US REGARDING PRICING.

Noel Bourret 1790s - Antique French Mantel Clock
Noel Bourret 1790s
Bisque and Bronze - French clock
Bisque and Bronze

Bisque French Empire Mantel Clock

A Charming French Bisque and gilded bronze, porcelain vintage shelf clock with an Empire style seated woman on a sofa. There are gilded bronze mounts, a lovely enamel dial and a green marble base, adorned with gilded bronze. The dimensions are: height 12, Width 10.5, Depth 5 Inches. This vintage clock is circa the late 1800’s. CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US REGARDING PRICING.

Tiffany Antique French Mantel Clock Set c1890

This is an absolutely stunning antique mantel clock three piece set, with candelabra, by the famous Tiffany Co.  This Antique French Mantel Clock for sale, is in the style of Louis XVI with Sienna marble plinths and an enamel dial that is marked Tiffany The mechanism or maker of the works, was E. Deaux, Paris for Tiffany.

The Height is 13.5″, Width 9″, Depth 5″ inches. The Candelabra’s are approx. 9 inches. The name Tiffany always insures the very best in vintage old clocks, and is indeed lovely. It is a nice size, yet small enough to sit on your shelf. It is from the late 1800,s. For a video of this Tiffany antique French Clock, click here.  CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US REGARDING PRICING.

Gilded Beauty by Tiffany
Gilded Beauty by Tiffany
The Art of Cloissone - French clock
The Art of Cloissone

Charming Old French Cloissone Clock c 1900

This is a superb late 1800s to early 1900s small Cloisonné (A decorative work in which enamel, glass, or gemstones are separated by strips of flattened wire placed edgeways on a metal backing) vintage lovely. This cutie is H 6 x W 4 x D 1 1/2 inches. It is small enough for a self or desk, but would still be great on your mantel. If you prefer French clocks that are small, this one is for you.  Price: $995.00 CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US REGARDING PURCHASE

A magnificengt french mantel clock by japy freres

French Dore bronze mantel clock is mounted with Sevres style painted panels and urn. This beautiful French clock is depicting young couples and landscapes, with a roman numeral polychrome porcelain dial with gilt spade hands. It has an eight day time and strike, spring driven Japy Freres movement stamped with the maker’s name and “Med d. Honneur.” The dimensions are 11in x 16in x 5.5in. It dates from c1880. CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US REGARDING PRICING.

Crystal Regulater Stunner - Antique French Mantel Clock
Gilded Bronze with Sevres style hand painted inserts
French  Empire c 1820 - The Art of Cloissone - Antique French Mantel Clock
French Empire c 1820

1820s French Empire For Your Shelf

This is a superb looking antique old shelf clock, circa 1820s, with a silk suspension movement, typical of that era. It is a small French mantel clock on original base. The two gilded figures are as cute as can be. It measures 13″ tall x 8″ wide x 4″ deep on stand. This is an exceptional old French clock, which is very affordable, yet of extremely high quality. SOLD 

SHELF CLOCK c 1700'S BY DUBOIS A PARIS

A French shelf clock, Circa:1780, with gilt bronze case and opalescent glass base and decorative feet, Roman numeral gilt dial with blued steel Breguet style hands, verge Fusee, just rebuilt/serviced watch movement signed “Dubois, A Paris” No. 1553, who is Denis-François Dubois, 30 hour time only, with ornate balance bridge and a silvered regulator disc.

The case is in good condition, and the glass base has been repaired, yet it does not detract from the overall beauty of this gorgeous shelf clock. Unlike many from so long ago, it has its original hands. This beautiful old antique shelf clock could wonderfully adorn your shelf or mantel. The dimensions for this French shelf clock are: 4.5″ wide x 11″ high x 3″ deep. Dubois’ work is also displayed at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.  CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US REGARDING PURCHASE

French shelf clock by Dubois
c1780 Dubois Shelf Clock
Jacob Petit Porcelain shelf clock
c1830 Porcelain Set

c1830 FRENCH PORCELAIN MANTEL SHELF CLOCK BY PETIT

This is an early 19th Century Rococo style French Porcelain mantel clock by Jacob Petit.
The scrolled case with gilt highlights enclosing an open-faced signed white enamel dial, having roman numerals fronting a french spring driven eight day movement, with silk suspension and countwheel striking the hours and half-hours on a bell.

This beautiful porcelain shelf clock is small enough for your shelf but will adequately adorn your mantelpiece.
It is 14″ high, 8″ wide at its base and approximately 5″ deep. It sits on a matching stand, yet where space is short, it also looks lovely on it’s own and can sit on your shelf with ease.  CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US REGARDING PURCHASE

c1860 French Porcelan clock on stand

This is a stunningly beautiful Portico French clock by Vincenti & Cie. It is a very ornate mid-19th century French mantel clock with a stepped base and entablature, and topped with stamped brass ornament and moldings trimming the ebonized case, barley twist columns with stamped capitals and bases. It is embellished with stamped brass vines, has a brass bezel, has a Roman numeral white enamel dial, ornate brass hands, and a brass gridiron pendulum with an inset enamel “R/A” disc. It houses an eight-day, two-train movement that strikes on a bell for the hour and the half-hour. This French clock is stamped with the Vincenti Medalle D’Argent seal. Price: CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US REGARDING PRICING.

Magnificent French Portico Clock by Vicente.
1860 French Mantel clock
Raingo Freres Lady Reading

Mixed patinated & gilded Bronze by Raingo Freres

Collectors and enthusiasts alike are drawn to the timeless allure of Raingo Frères antique mantel clocks, recognizing them as not just functional objects, but as tangible connections to a bygone era. The soft ticking of these old clocks serves as a soothing reminder of the them adorning a stately manor or gracing the shelves of a modern home.

The antique clocks of Raingo Frères possess a unique ability to transcend time and space, transporting the viewer to a world of elegance and refinement. They are a true testament to the enduring legacy of horological excellence with the enduring power of craftsmanship and the enduring beauty of the past by one of the masters. CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US REGARDING PURCHASE

a LOVELY FRENCH MANTEL CLOCK BY MARTINOT A PARIS

This is a glorious French Empire figural mantel clock depicting a woman eating grapes, gilt figure and case mounted on a white marble base with raised feet and applied ornaments, roman numeral white enamel dial signed “Martinot, France” with gilt hands, eight day time and strike movement stamped no. 27776. It is c1880. This French mantel clock has the following dimensions: 16 x 10 x 6″.  CLICK HERE TO CONTACT US REGARDING PURCHASE

French clock for your mantel by martinot
French Mantel clock by martinot

antique french clocks 

Experience the grandeur and elegance of the French Empire period through our stunning collection of beautifully crafted French mantel clocks. Don’t forget to explore our other exquisite timepieces, including American clocks, Art Deco clocks, and antique carriage clocks, each with its unique charm and history.