Long before mains and battery-operated clocks could keep accurate time for us for months or years at a time, clocks had to be wound by hand. A simple weight driven mechanism usually only lasts a day or so meaning it was constantly being rewound. By the late 1600s spring and gear mechanisms could allow clocks to run for longer periods including 8 day and 30 days. These became the most popular and even continue to be produced to this day.
When it comes to choosing an antique or vintage 8-day clock there’s plenty of choice out there for you. From Mahogany or Oak mantel clocks to beautifully cut and pierced brass carriage clocks, 8-day clocks have been produced in many forms all around the world. Among the most classic are French and European examples with their Rococo scrolls and gilded brass work. In contrast English clocks are a bit more austere and simpler in design but often showcase classic geometric shapes. Either way, because 8-day clocks have been in production for hundreds of years there are plenty of 19th and 20th Century examples to choose from.
At LoveAntiques we have a fine selection of genuine antique and vintage 8-day clocks. You can be confident that each has been serviced and or checked by our reputable dealers.
Time to Admire Ltd
Majestic and Substantial 1858 French Drumhead Striking Mantel Clock in Black Slate with Rouge Marble
£ 1,100
Majestic and Substantial 1858 French Drumhead Striking Mantel Clock in Black Slate with Rouge Marble
£ 1,100
Time to Admire Ltd
£ 395
Imposing 1870 French Slate Striking Mantel Clock with Grey / White Marble
£ 395
Time to Admire Ltd
Time to Admire Ltd
Authentic English 'Cottage Industry' Fretwork Clock 1920
£ 110
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Small Verge Escapement Cartel Wall Clock
£ 770
Time to Admire Ltd
English Art Deco Westminster Chiming Mantel Clock by Garrard 1935
£ 325
Time to Admire Ltd
Splendid 12” English Fusee Dial Timepiece by John Huggins, 1877
£ 1,700
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
James of Leigh Longcase / Grandfather Clock of Smaller Height
£ 1,100
James of Leigh Longcase / Grandfather Clock of Smaller Height
£ 1,100
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Time to Admire Ltd
Fine 12” English Fusee Dial Timepiece by William Kibble, 1872
£ 1,600
Time to Admire Ltd
1857 French Black Slate / Rouge Marble Striking Mantel Clock by Designer “e.c.” with Japy Frères et Cie Movement, 1857
£ 750
1857 French Black Slate / Rouge Marble Striking Mantel Clock by Designer “e.c.” with Japy Frères et Cie Movement, 1857
£ 750
Time to Admire Ltd
Time to Admire Ltd
Elegant 1905 French Striking ‘Balloon’ Mantel Clock
£ 695
Time to Admire Ltd
Impressive French Black Slate & Rouge Marble Striking Mantel Clock by Japy Frères et Cie, 1860
£ 830
Impressive French Black Slate & Rouge Marble Striking Mantel Clock by Japy Frères et Cie, 1860
£ 830
Time to Admire Ltd
Sturmans Antiques Ltd
Antique Chinoiserie Blue Lacquered Mantel Clock
£ 349
Time to Admire Ltd
Outstanding 1863 French Black Slate Striking Mantel Clock by Constantin Louis Detouche with a Fritz Marti et Cie Movement
£ 580
Outstanding 1863 French Black Slate Striking Mantel Clock by Constantin Louis Detouche with a Fritz Marti et Cie Movement
£ 580
Time to Admire Ltd
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
Wonderful Antique Victorian Quality Ornate Brass Mantle Clock
£ 785
Wonderful Antique Victorian Quality Ornate Brass Mantle Clock
£ 785
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
Antiques and Things
Ship's Bulkhead Clock
£ 145
£ 775
Original Antique Rosewood & Lemon Wood Inlayed French Portico Clock c.1870
£ 775
Koos Limburg Jnr
Sturmans Antiques Ltd
Fine 19th Century Serpentine Carriage Clock in Case
£ 495
Rees Antiques
Antique Mahogany Moving Ship Longcase Clock
£ 750
Masons Antiques
Art Deco Garrards Mantel Clock
£ 395
£ 425
Westmorland Glass - Steam Mill Clocks
12inch Convex Dial, Dial Clock
£ 1,250
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
An Edwardian Inlaid Mantel Clock
£ 475
Graham Smith Antiques Ltd
Japy Frères Gilt Metal Mantel Clock
£ 975
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Robert Hinmers Edinburgh Small Longcase Clock
£ 1,500
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
F Baetens Soho London Small Regency Fusee Mantel Clock
£ 1,650
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
Antique Victorian Quality Marble Eight Day Mantle Clock
£ 625
Rees Antiques
Antique Moon Phase 8 Day Longcase Clock
£ 550
Time to Admire Ltd
Excellent 12” English Fusee Dial Timepiece by John Whitehead c.1878
£ 1,400
Excellent 12” English Fusee Dial Timepiece by John Whitehead c.1878
£ 1,400
Time to Admire Ltd
Town House Traders Ltd
Antique Oak Granddaughter Clock
£ 275
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
John Pape of Blyth Mahogany Longcase Grandfather Clock
£ 1,450
Rawlings Antiques
Oak Musical Grandfather Clock Maple London
Sturmans Antiques Ltd
Superb Antique Satinwood Inlaid Mantel Clock
£ 395
The Clock Barn
Iconic, Rare RAF Clock by Stockhall, Marples & Co 1941
£ 1,941
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Farr Bristol Moon Phase Longcase / Grandfather Clock
£ 2,450
Rees Antiques
Antique Tall Walnut Longcase Clock
£ 1,750
£ 385
1875 French Black Slate / Rouge Marble Striking Mantel Clock by Fritz Marti
£ 385
Time to Admire Ltd
Masons Antiques
Perpetual Calendar Clock
£ 1,850
Story Antique Clocks
Rare Ball Longcase / Grandfather Clock by Seddon of Frodsham c.1745
£ 7,500
Rare Ball Longcase / Grandfather Clock by Seddon of Frodsham c.1745
£ 7,500
Story Antique Clocks
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
Antique Victorian Quality French Wall Clock
£ 895
Rees Antiques
Antique Automation Adam & Eve Longcase Clock
£ 1,495