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Warrior Clock

TABLE CLOCK "ARAB WARRIOR" 19th Century ex Christie's
TABLE CLOCK "ARAB WARRIOR" 19th Century ex Christie's

TABLE CLOCK "ARAB WARRIOR" 19th Century ex Christie's

Located in Madrid, ES

TABLE CLOCK "ARAB WARRIOR" 19th Century ex Christie's In French porcelain, relief decoration, polychrome and gold, white enamel dial with black Roman numerals, relief and gold metal...

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Mantel Clocks

Materials

Porcelain

19 Century French Clock Featuring an Oriental Warrior Archer on Horseback
19 Century French Clock Featuring an Oriental Warrior Archer on Horseback

19 Century French Clock Featuring an Oriental Warrior Archer on Horseback

By Feuchere

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

The base of the clock is in chased gilded bronze with elaborate moldings.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Empire period Patinated and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock with Warrior Trophies, 19th
Empire period Patinated and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock with Warrior Trophies, 19th

Empire period Patinated and Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock with Warrior Trophies, 19th

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

A striking 19th-century mantel clock in the Empire style, crafted in patinated and gilt bronze with a rich contrast between warm brown and burnished gold finishes.

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Antique 19th Century French Restauration Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Marble, Gilt, and Patinated Bronze Three-Piece Clock Set by Barbedienne
Marble, Gilt, and Patinated Bronze Three-Piece Clock Set by Barbedienne

Marble, Gilt, and Patinated Bronze Three-Piece Clock Set by Barbedienne

By Ferdinand Barbedienne

Located in London, GB

Paul Dubois' 'Le Courage Militaire', a gilt and patinated bronze sculpture of a Roman warrior, sits atop the central clock and is signed 'P.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Griotte Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

French Louis XV Ormolu Clock of Hannibal and Scipio Signed Amant
French Louis XV Ormolu Clock of Hannibal and Scipio Signed Amant

French Louis XV Ormolu Clock of Hannibal and Scipio Signed Amant

Located in London, GB

Flags and banners drape over the top of the case, whilst swords, shields bows, a helmet and a lion skin adorn the case of the clock, around the warriors feet. The movement is an 8 da...

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Antique 1770s French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ormolu

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Gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock on Siena marble base with a Roman warrior
Gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock on Siena marble base with a Roman warrior

Gilt and patinated bronze mantel clock on Siena marble base with a Roman warrior

Located in Paris, FR

An important bronze mantel clock representing a bearded Romain warrior tilted forward, leaning on his left foot and his bow that he holds in his left hand.

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Antique 19th Century French Clocks

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

French First Empire Little Clock
French First Empire Little Clock

French First Empire Little Clock

Unavailable

H 7.88 in W 2.76 in D 5.52 in

French First Empire Little Clock

Located in Paris, FR

French first Empire gilt bronze clock. Warrior back from the battlefield. The movement is signed Mercier, London.

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Antique Early 19th Century Empire Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Gilt Bronze Footed Marble Base Mantel Clock Depicting Carthage Warrior
Gilt Bronze Footed Marble Base Mantel Clock Depicting Carthage Warrior

Gilt Bronze Footed Marble Base Mantel Clock Depicting Carthage Warrior

By New Haven Clock Company

Located in Tarry Town, NY

The intricate details of the warrior's attire and weaponry are brought to life in rich gilt bronze, enhancing the clock's aura of luxury.

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Early 20th Century American Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Gaulin A’ Paris French Empire Gilt Bronze Figural Clock C1830
Antique Gaulin A’ Paris French Empire Gilt Bronze Figural Clock C1830

Antique Gaulin A’ Paris French Empire Gilt Bronze Figural Clock C1830

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Gaulin A’ Paris French Empire Gilt Bronze Figural Clock with Negotiating Warriors C1830 Measures- 15"H x 14.75"W x 6.25"D

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Antique Early 19th Century Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

"VIOLET LE DUC" Style Fireplace Set
"VIOLET LE DUC" Style Fireplace Set

"VIOLET LE DUC" Style Fireplace Set

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H 13 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in

"VIOLET LE DUC" Style Fireplace Set

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

VIOLET LE DUC" style fireplace set, 1870 composed of a clock and a pair of candelabras in silvered metal and blue enamel plate decorated with attributes of warriors, soldiers Mea...

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Antique 1870s European Napoleon III Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Gilt Bronze Empire Style Mantel or Table Clock with Horse & Warrior Sculpture
Gilt Bronze Empire Style Mantel or Table Clock with Horse & Warrior Sculpture

Gilt Bronze Empire Style Mantel or Table Clock with Horse & Warrior Sculpture

Located in Lisse, NL

He is holding the flag of the nation and clinging on for dear life is the young child, that we think symbolizes the future generation that will benefit from the warrior's heroism. Th...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique Black Slate Classic Mantel or Desk Clock
Antique Black Slate Classic Mantel or Desk Clock

Antique Black Slate Classic Mantel or Desk Clock

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Exceptional black slate Classic mantel or desk clock with warrior frieze and medusa head crest.

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Antique Mid-19th Century European Mantel Clocks

Materials

Slate

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Warrior Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal warrior clock for your home. Each warrior clock for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and ormolu. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect warrior clock — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each warrior clock bearing Louis XVI, neoclassical or Empire hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made warrior clock over the years, but those crafted by Ferdinand Barbedienne, Bigelow Kennard & Co. and Claude Galle are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Warrior Clock?

The average selling price for a warrior clock at 1stDibs is $12,676, while they’re typically $2,714 on the low end and $96,445 for the highest priced.

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On 1stDibs, find a range of extraordinary antique and vintage clocks today.