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.
Sovereign Antiques
Regency Bracket Clock Mahogany Double Fusee
£ 1,250
£ 800
Vintage Clocks
Fabulous Single Fusee Brass Inlay Mantle Clock ca.1850
£ 1,050
Vintage Clocks
Awesome French Balloon Mantle Clock ca.1890
£ 800
£ 800
Vintage Clocks
Impressive English Double Fusee Mantle Clock ca.1890
£ 1,200
£ 2,950
Incredible French Bronze Ormolu Hand Painted Sevres Panel Mantle Clock ca.1850
£ 2,950
Vintage Clocks
£ 425
Vintage Clocks
Lovely Miniature Longcase Mantel Clock ca.1900
£ 300
Antique Clock Company
Fine Lantern Clock by William Risbridger of Dorking Surrey
£ 6,950
£ 6,800
Ormolu Mantel Clock with Queen Victoria in Medieval Dress by Monroux 1832
£ 6,800
Wick Antiques Ltd
£ 475
Vintage Clocks
Cute Victorian False Slate Mantle Clock ca.1890
£ 370
£ 850
£ 1,250
£ 1,350
Vintage Clocks
Stylish Retro Elliot Oak Case Mantle Clock
£ 400
Deviantik
Propellor Hub Clock
£ 195
Antiques and Things
Framed Skeleton Clock
£ 560
Sovereign Antiques
Lantern Clock Twin Train c.1900
£ 795
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Art Deco Junghans Walnut & Oak Mantel Clock
£ 595
Antiques and Things
Pink Marble Clock Garniture
£ 450
Antiques and Things
Welsh Dragon Clock
£ 65
Antiques and Things
Champleve Enamel Mantle Clock
£ 360
Kembery Antique Clocks Ltd
Wright London Twin Fusee Bracket / Table Clock
£ 1,350
£ 1,350
Unique Antiques By Emma Jade
Lovely Antique Victorian Mantle Clock
£ 495
£ 450
£ 1,450
£ 1,950
Vintage Clocks
Fantastic Mahogany Case Caddy Top Elliot Mantel Clock
£ 375
Vintage Clocks
Stunning Green Onyx Case Elliot Mantel Clock
£ 375
£ 950
Exquisite Antique French Tortoise Shell & Ormolu Boulle Mantle Clock – Circa 1870
£ 950
Vintage Clocks
Vintage Clocks
Elliot Mahogany Case Mantel Clock
£ 325
Vintage Clocks
Antique Edwardian Satinwood Inlaid Mantel Clock c.1910
£ 375
£ 400
Fabulous Antique Edwardian Satinwood & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Mantel Clock c.1900
£ 400
Vintage Clocks
Vintage Clocks
Awesome Antique English Fusee Skeleton Clock – c.1880
£ 1,200
Vintage Clocks
Wonderful Green Onyx Case Elliot Mantel Clock
£ 375
£ 425
£ 375