Vintage and Antique Floor Case & Grandfather Clocks Auctions

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  • 18th C. French Grandfather Wood Clock, King Louis XIV
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000

    18th C. French Grandfather Wood Clock, King Louis XIV

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Artemis Gallery
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $2,000
  • George II Japanned & Faux Tortoise Tallcase Clock
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500

    George II Japanned & Faux Tortoise Tallcase Clock

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Auctions at Showplace
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $300
  • Georgian Tall Case Clock
    Estimate
    $300 - $600

    Georgian Tall Case Clock

    Est.
    $300 - $600
    Concept Gallery
    1 Bid
    Current Bid
    $200
  • Swedish Gustavian Mora Tall Case Clock  (1835)
    Estimate
    $500 - $800

    Swedish Gustavian Mora Tall Case Clock (1835)

    Est.
    $500 - $800
    Vallot Auctioneers
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $50
  • English George III Mahogany Dwarf Tall Case Clock
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $2,000

    English George III Mahogany Dwarf Tall Case Clock

    Est.
    $1,000 - $2,000
    Auctions at Showplace
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $100
  • French Brittany Carved Oak Diminutive Case Clock
    Estimate
    $100 - $200

    French Brittany Carved Oak Diminutive Case Clock

    Est.
    $100 - $200
    Auctions at Showplace
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $50

Renowned for their precision and impeccable accuracy, Grandfather clocks or Longcase clocks have borne out of technological breakthroughs in horology in the late 1650s with the invention of pendulum clocks. These timekeeping devices were popular from the 17th up until the 20th century due to their frictionless time-keeping as a result of reduced swing and improved accuracy using the anchor mechanism. The original grandfather clocks had a traditional architectural design, but over time, a number of designs have gained prominence. They were not only effective timers but added a new dimension to stylish decoration. Many of these clocks have a tiny oval belly section where the pendulum oscillates along with a window. A good and varied selection of vintage and antique floor clocks, banjo clocks, tall clocks  and grandfather clocks are featured at Bidsquare’s grandfather clocks auction that encompasses a wide range of timepieces dating from the 17th century to the present day. 

These modern inventions are an amalgamation of science and exquisite artistry and are available in a variety of styles. The French "Comtoise clock," is characterized by curved lines and features a "pot-bellied" appearance. Another sought-after piece is the “Bornholm clock”, which originated in Denmark that featured a squarish head with a crown, a pointed decoration, as well as a window on either side to watch its movement. A "pinch waist" clock is another example of a vintage grandfather clock design. It has a body/middle segment that is shorter than the head and foot portions.

Longcase clocks remain a popular collecting area at Bidsquare’s vintage and antique floor, case, and grandfather clocks on sale and are designed by celebrated artists and makers such as George Graham, the Knibb family, Timothy Mason, Alker of Wigan, and Ahasuerus Fromanteel. Look through our selection of modern Grandfather clocks, Howard Miller Grandfather clocks, and antique German Grandfather clocks that are still coveted today for their beauty and the history surrounding them, and can still break records at the watch auction room.

Quick Facts about Grandfather clocks

  • Grandfather clock got its name after the 1876 song “My Grandfather’s Clock” by Henry Clay Work.
  • Collecting the relatively few surviving Grandfather clocks that first appeared in the mid 17th Century remains the preserve of the seriously wealthy.