Find out what dealers and collectors have actually paid for antique grandfather, mantel or wall clocks like yours. Its not uncommon for customers to get 1525% off the list price after negotiating. Find answers to when and where your clock was made, who made it, and the model name if it has one learn what different markings on your clock may mean and find links to extensive resources on antique clocks get a professional antique. Oct 16, 20 the book was triggered by the october 4, 2004 sale of a clock by peter stretch at sothebys in new york. Browse more than 38,769 photos and descriptions of antique clocks sold at auction. Remember to do your research and do not hesitate to call in a specialist.
The case is a fine mahogany one, with plenty of well placed flame veneers. With over 707 lots available for antique clocks and upcoming auctions, you wont want to miss out. If you dont find your makers name listed in our searchable online database of more than 10,000 clockmakers, try consulting a copy of one of the major. It also has a beautiful painted face with the writing on the dial reading pembroke redruth. The clock made from solid oak and having through mortis and tenon construction, the dial hav. Antique grandfather clocks the most commonly recognized form of antique clock is typically referred to as a grandfather clock. For example, an insurance appraisal for an antique clock might be based on the replacement cost of the clock if it was destroyed in a fire or stolen.
Buying or selling without iguide could be hazardous to your wealth. In 1885 he began to import and sell clocks with movements made by the elliot company. Simon willard clocks were produced in massachusetts in the towns of grafton and roxbury, near boston, by simon willard april 3, 1753 august 30, 1848, a celebrated u. Because they are incredible objects of fine craftsmanship with an enduring value and unparalleled beauty. Regardless of age or quality, the value of a clock as an antique is maintained or. The first longcase clocks in england, where the form was born, were produced. Excellent used condition grandfather clock ginuwine 1900s buyer handles shipping. Use the search tabs, above, to find specific clocks. Learn what different markings on your clock may mean and find links to extensive resources on antique clocks.
We have 38,769 antique clock prices, images and descriptions as of february 4, 2020. An inlaid cherry case tall clock attributed to the stillman family of clockmakers working in westerly, rhode island. The case rests on a bombe base and features allover scrolling, bird, floral, and tulip inlaid motifs. We have a variety of american tall case, shelf, novelty and wall clocks, etc. It is in a walnut case, with a slim trunk, long door, small bun feet. Aaron willard tall case clock retaining a set up label printed by the american patriot paul revere. Collectors look for value in the beauty of the carvings of the a tall case or grandfather clock cabinet. I am seeking information on and a proper appraiser for an important 1771 chippendale carved mahogany tallcase clock, by david. Berks county tall case clocks, 17501850 machmer, richard s on. London tall case clock a fine english 8gong chiming clock dating to around 1975. Our appraisals archive contains thousands of antiques roadshow appraisal videos and valuable information spanning nearly 20 years worth of series. We have been valuing, buying, selling and researching antique clocks for over 50 years, specialising in british lantern clocks, longcase clocks and bracket clocks. Early 1800s english grandfather tall case clock chairish. Whether youre looking for a unique timepiece to place on a mantle or a standing grandfather, a specialized online auction is a perfect place to.
A fine tallcase clock by joshua wilder, hingham, circa 1820. Tall case clock definition is a tall narrow floor clock equipped with a pendulum, striking mechanism, chimes, and sometimes a device for showing the month, day, and phases of the moon. Currently we have a wonderful federal sofa, a scottish tall case clock, american engravings, english staffordshire. This change to the face of the clock replaced a century old tradition of using brass dials. We also advise and assist with the evaluation and sale of high level collections and estates. Free guide to buying longcase clocks from the industrys leading experts antiques.
In 1873 frank herschede, the founder of the company, was employed as a watchmaker in cincinnati, ohio at the age of 16. The works were picked up in either germany or england around 1900 by a relative who was a jeweller in kitchener. Covers american, european and continental clocks of all types. Prices for most tall case clocks on 1stdibs are negotiable. Collecting these masterpieces is a good way to capture time and leave it to posterity. Category antique 1820s english george iii grandfather clocks and longcase clocks. There was a time when clocks were very intricate, reliable and decorative objects of simple machinery. The grandfather clock first appeared in the late seventeenth century. Converses appraisal of a new england tall case clock, ca. This tall case clock has a beautifully painted enamel face with a pair of turtle doves featured prominently at the center, indicating that this clock was probably a wedding or annive. American clockmakers crafted expertly designed tall clocks, wall clocks, and shelf clocks, from the popular willard patent timepieces or banjo wall clocks to e. Known among collectors as tall case clocks or tall clocks, these early american antique clocks range in size, but are normally around eight feet tall. One foolproof answer, which in many ways is the most meaningful, and certainly addresses what someone. Berks county tallcase clocks, 17501850 machmer, richard s on.
Find answers to when and where your clock was made, who made it, and the model name if it has one. Antique american tall case grandfather clocks, new jersey tall case grandfather clocks, new england weight driven banjo, weight driven wall regulators, early american shelf clocks 973 723 7947 voi. Antique clocks price guide grandfather wall and mantel. An inlaid mahogany case tall clock made by william cummens of roxbury, massachusetts. Gary sullivan is a clock and furniture dealer, as well as an appraiser for antiques roadshow. I inherited a tall case ninechime clock from my grandfather.
The variety of information that the appraisal institute provides reflects the breadth of valuation practice and the organizations commitment to lifelong. Antique federal cherry tall case clock by simeon crane. David sperling, clock appraiser bernards appraisal. The case has that solid but not fat look which is a sign of a liverpool case. Brian loomes is known worldwide for his vast experience and expertise in antique clocks and is the longestestablished clock dealer in britain. Updated antique grandfather tall clock, elliott, london year 1900, in las vegas. The clock that i will use to explain the process is a mahogany cased veneered, brass dial, musical longcase clock. Price guide for john smith mahogany longcase clock, chester. Simon willard built longcase clocks which were quite sumptuous, being adorned with many fine details in the most expensive tall clock units, the mahogany cases had a mid18th century english style and, bearing exactly similar english brass mechanisms all, their case complexity determined their final price. The value would be based on the average retail sale price of the clock if it were purchased in good working condition, with guaranteed authenticity, from an antique clock dealer. The book was triggered by the october 4, 2004 sale of a clock by peter stretch at sothebys in new york. Always consider the clock s case style and materials, type of movement, decorative elements, model if known, patina, and any known restoration work or documentation in addition to a name.
Always consider the clocks case style and materials, type of movement, decorative elements, model if known, patina, and any known restoration work or documentation in addition to a name. The henry ford museum reproduction program was the first of its kind to faithfully produce important, historic tall case clocks beginning in the early 1930s. Tall case clock definition is a tall narrow floor clock equipped with a pendulum, striking mechanism, chimes, and sometimes a device for showing the. English oak masonic tall case clock with brass eagle finial over broken pediment, arched bonnet, fluted brass hood columns with upper secret drawer, hand painted decorative face, mas. Whether you are looking for an authoritative textbook like the appraisal of real estate or detailed information on current valuation issues and sp. The features of the brass dial, the twisted hood pillars, and lenticle on the door are typical of this early period.
That firm was a furniture manufacturer in london for about 100 years until 1986. The asian antique market has seen a dramatic rise in prices at auction in the past few years. Guide to buying longcase clocks antiques trade gazette. An unsigned inlaid mahogany case tall clock of southeastern, ma origin. Skinner is located at the heart of american clock history. Some 175 years later, the clock at the right was made to meet the victorian tastes of the mid19th century.
People used to take a lot of pride in the clockery they had in their homes. Keep watching and youll be sure to find the one you want. Tall case clock definition of tall case clock by merriam. We assist collectors and museums in locating and authenticating important pieces for their collections. An unsigned birch tall case clock of new england origin. A 1792 pennsylvania paint decorated dower chest, several windsor chairs, a pennsylvania tallcase clock, and a chester county, pa. David sperling is a scholar and collector of american antique clocks, watches.
Category antique 19th century british georgian clocks. Among his many innovations and timekeeping improvements, simon willard is best known for inventing the eightday patent timepiece that came to be known as the gallery or banjo clock. Antique french morbier clock wag on wall circa 1870s to 1880s. Asian antiques have been setting record prices at auction houses around the world recently. Clockmakers of northern england by brian loomes, mayfield books, isbn10. Richmond, hour 3 2014 extras antiques roadshow kqed. Made of brass, with spandrels of pierced brass, the numbers on the clocks dial were presented on a silvered chapter ring. Searchable appraisal guide to current market values for antique clocks. A painted dial and arabic numerals appeared later, around 1780, on most tall case clocks. Colonial clock company thomas jackson tall clock antique. Shortly thereafter he began to notice the growing popularity of tall case clocks. The appraisal institute is the worlds largest publisher of valuation literature, offering topical webinars, periodicals, educational materials, and more than 70 print and digital books. The son of canton clockmaker, william crane, he was born in canton in 1776, and worked as successful. Need less to say, in many of the grandfather clock and wall clock and mantel clock appraisal inquiries, it is difficult if not impossible to give an accurate answer, importantly because we believe there is no such thing as an accurate answer.
Values for john smith mahogany longcase clock, chester, england, c. The full name on the clock face is thos jackson preston. I inherited a tallcase ninechime clock from my grandfather. Technical sophistication on any level adds value to a clock. Also known as longcase clocks, grandfather clocks come in a number of silhouettes, but generally stand at around 68 feet tall smaller versions are referred to as grandmother clocks. Initially, tall case clocks were imported to the american colonies from england, but clock making centers emerged in several american colonies including new. The shop, located next to the post office in wicomico church on route 200 between burgess and kilmarnock, hosts an eclectic array of english and american period antiques. Does the grandfather clock chime and strike and gong as it is supposed to. Youll see a make an offer button on the item details page, indicating that the seller is willing to consider a lower price. Was it made from grandfather clock plans or by one of the esteemed antique historical maker. The clock shown below is also a liverpool style case, but if one didnt see the hood, one would think it was scots.
Sullivan take a look at a virginia tall case clock in colonial williamsburg, in richmond hour 3. This has also spurred an increase in the amount of reproductions and fakes to surface. Massachussetts was home to many great 18th and 19th century american clockmakers, including. Antique american tall case grandfather clocks, new jersey tall case grandfather clocks, new england weight driven banjo, weight driven wall regulators, early american shelf clocks 973. Oct 17, 2009 the clock shown below is also a liverpool style case, but if one didnt see the hood, one would think it was scots. Everything is all original, including the chimes, weights, and feet. In this scholarly interview, sullivan explains the differences between early american tallcase, banjo, and dwarf clocks and offers tips on what to watch out for when buying these popular antiques. Browse our store and choose from our extensive collection of books, periodicals, and educational materials on the valuation of residential and commercial real property. An elaborate inlaid burlwood tall case clock with a 30day movement, carved. The name on the dial is from oldham, which is near to manchester. A beautiful antique grandfather clock from 1820s 1840s with mahogany inlay.