Traditional timepieces offer ornate additions to any room with decorative finishes, hand-painted motifs and grand gilding. From a classic grandfather to a simple table style that could pass for an antique, these designs offer variety for the more traditional taste. Drawing inspiration from Europe, these elegant clocks transition from Old World to timeless classic.

The ornate Boulle Table Clock from Kings Fine Art is embellished with heavy gold inlay with an over-the-top appeal ($4,255). eLink 566

Timeworks offers classic style in the Royalton Table Clock with a gold finish and crackled antiqued face. eLink 728

Paragon Picture Gallery's wall clock offers a decorative iron leaf design on a simple round clock face with antiqued finish ($69). eLink 643

The Red Chinoiserie Alarm Clock from Roger Lascelles looks as if it were plucked directly from a queen's bedside table ($51). eLink 724

The Feathered Majestry Wall Clock from CNI Design Products features a hand-painted feather motif in classic red and gold ($340). eLink 725

The Aged Regency Grandfather Clock from Maitland-Smith offers an elaborate carved base with delicate top finials ($4,130). eLink 729