Mantel clocks 1st appeared during the middle of the 18th Century in France and were created (as the name suggests) to sit on top of a shelf or mantel over the fireplace. Intended to be seen, the cases were designed in a range in materials from Mahogany and Oak, metal, Marble and porcelain and reflected the fashions of the day. While the movement and dial were kept to a minimum, Mantel clocks soon became all about the case. By the 19th Century they could be found in all manner of shapes from buildings, statues, vases, boxes as well as brass Skeleton clocks and much more. During the 20th Century much of that excessive ornamentation was removed to leave simple elegant forms. Due to their smaller size, variety and aesthetic appeal, antique and vintage Mantel clocks remain very popular and versatile today.
When buying any clock it is important to get one which has been checked and serviced by a professional to ensure it works hassle free for many years to come. At LoveAntiques our reputable dealers do all this for you giving you the piece of mind that you are getting a lovely authentic timepiece.
Koos Limburg Jnr
An Impressive and Beautiful Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock
£ 1,750
Worboys Antiques
Small Timepiece Four Glass Mantel Clock
£ 725
Worboys Antiques
Small Oak Mantel Clock
£ 525
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
Attractive Antique Victorian Marble Mantle Clock
£ 565
£ 199
£ 199
£ 599
Masons Antiques
Westminster-Chime Bracket/Mantel Clock
£ 695
£ 500
Rare Solid Ormolu French Mantel Clock – Architectural Striking Mantle Clock C1850
£ 500
Vintage Clocks
£ 300
£ 500
Fine French Ballon Shaped Mantel Clock – Inlaid Decoration Timepiece C1900
£ 500
Vintage Clocks
Vintage Clocks
Interesting Red Chinoiserie Mantel Clock – Gilt Gold Decoration Silver Dial 8-day Clock
£ 500
Interesting Red Chinoiserie Mantel Clock – Gilt Gold Decoration Silver Dial 8-day Clock
£ 500
Vintage Clocks
£ 169
£ 299
£ 499
Koos Limburg Jnr
An Original Antique Inlayed French Portico Clock Circa:1870
£ 675
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
Magnificent Quality Antique Victorian Ornate Mantle Clock
£ 1,150
Magnificent Quality Antique Victorian Ornate Mantle Clock
£ 1,150
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
Deviantik
Edwardian “lancet” Case Mantel Clock
£ 225
Deviantik
Imhof “modernist” Mantel Clock
£ 76
Deviantik
Edwardian Mahogany Case Mantel Clock
£ 160
Deviantik
Art Deco Smiths Mantel Clock
£ 79
Deviantik
“pokerwork” Cased Mantel Clock
£ 175
Deviantik
Smiths “canberra” Mantel Clock
£ 96
£ 400
£ 400
Solid Ormolu Bronze Mantel Clock – Gong Striking Mantel Clock – Cherub Finial
£ 400
Vintage Clocks
£ 350
Edwardian Mahogany Mantel Clock – 8 Day Striking Clock – Pagoda Top C1900
£ 350
Vintage Clocks
£ 450
Tulip Mantel Clock, Mahogany Clock, Vintage Clock, Antique Clock, Serviced Clock
£ 450
Vintage Clocks
£ 350
Story Antique Clocks
A Rare One Year Duration Four-glass Mantel Timepiece
£ 4,750
£ 950
Rare Antique French Desk Clock - Combination Barometer & Mantel Clock Set c.1870
£ 950
Vintage Clocks
Deviantik
Art Deco Shelf or Mantel Clock
£ 145
Deviantik
1920s Mahogany Case Mantel Clock
£ 110
Deviantik
Imhof Mantel Clock
£ 89
Deviantik
Elliott Walnut Cased Mantel Clock
£ 145
Deviantik
Edwardian Inlaid Shelf Clock
£ 125
Deviantik
Edwardian Shelf Clock
£ 120
Vintage Clocks
Fine Antique French Carriage Clock – Embossed Fretwork Decoration 8 – Day Timepiece C1890
£ 750
Fine Antique French Carriage Clock – Embossed Fretwork Decoration 8 – Day Timepiece C1890
£ 750
Vintage Clocks
£ 450
Fine Antique French Carriage Clock – Fretwork Decoration 8 – Day Timepiece C1900
£ 450
Vintage Clocks
William Rand Antiques
French Charles X Ormolu & Crystal Portico Mantle Clock Breguet
£ 2,800
French Charles X Ormolu & Crystal Portico Mantle Clock Breguet
£ 2,800
William Rand Antiques
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
A Four Glass Decorative Mantel Clock
£ 850