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On July 8, 1999, the most expensive clock ever sold at auction was a Louis XVI ormolu-mounted ebony grande sonnerie astronomical perpetual calendar regulator, which achieved a price of £1,926,500 at Christie’s in London, United Kingdom. The clock is an exceptionally complex example of late 18th-century French horology, combining multiple advanced functions including a grande sonnerie striking mechanism, astronomical indications, and a perpetual calendar. Such features required a high level of craftsmanship and technical expertise, reflecting the sophistication of clockmaking during the reign of Louis XVI. The use of ormolu (gilded bronze) and ebony further enhanced the clock’s aesthetic and material value, while its regulator design emphasized precision timekeeping. Clocks of this type were often commissioned for aristocratic or royal patrons, making surviving examples rare and historically significant. The combination of mechanical complexity, decorative artistry, and provenance contributed to the record-setting price achieved at auction. This sale demonstrated the strong demand for museum-quality horological pieces and highlighted the importance of craftsmanship and rarity in determining value within the decorative arts market. It also reinforced the role of major auction houses in bringing highly specialized collectibles to an international audience.

Premier Livestock and Auctions LLC

Auction Company

Premier Livestock and Auctions LLC

Consignment Auctions
Estate and Household Auctions

Iowa Auctioneers Association

Auction Association

Iowa Auctioneers Association

Holli McGee, CAI

Professional Auctioneer

Holli McGee, CAI

Corrales
Corrales
New Mexico
87048
United States

Doyle New York (Headquarters)

Auction Company

Doyle New York (Headquarters)

Established in 1962, Doyle is headquartered on Manhattan’s upper east side near Museum Mile and many of the city’s cultural institutions. Our administrative offices are open Monday through Friday from 8am until 6pm.

Nokona Celebrates 100 Years with Celebrity Glove Auction Supporting Special Olympics

Baseball, Special Olympics, Sports Memorabilia Auctions