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How do I identify my antique clock?
To identify your antique clock, search for markings on the back of its movement or case. Once you have located these marks, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is. From there, you can continue your research to learn more about your clock's age, style and other characteristics. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Find a wide range of antique clocks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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Pink Chrome Space Age Table Desk Alarm Clock, Tulip Base, Rhythm Japan, 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
A stylish Space Age desk or table alarm clock from the 1970s, made by Rhythm — a Japanese company renowned for producing beautiful clocks since the 1950s. In our opinion, this is the...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Chrome, Metal

1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette "Colisee". Made in France
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette "Colisee". Made in France It's in gold plated 24K. White enamel dial. Quartz movement. Clock case numbered 0559867. With original case, ...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate

Stirrup Desk Alarm Clock in the style of Paul Dupré-Lafon for Hermès By Europa
Located in Roma, IT
We are pleased to offer for sale a tabletop clock with alarm, crafted in the mid-20th century Modern period yet clearly inspired by the 1930s. Made by the German clockmaker Europa, a...
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

18th Century English Chinoiserie Clock
Located in Charlottesville, VA
An 18th century English longcase clock with chinoiserie decoration on a black lacquer ground, featuring gilt figures, pagodas, and landscape motifs throughout the case. The arched ho...
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Antique 18th Century English Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Jaeger le Coultre Lapis Lazuli Mantel Clock 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fine Vintage faux lapis lazuli desk clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre, circa 1970 in date. The clock is displayed in a beautiful polished rectangular gilt brass case with a lapis ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mantel Clocks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Brass

Antique William S. Sperry American Empire Mahogany 8 Day Column Mantel Clock 27"
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 19th century / Circa 1840's weight driven, chiming mantel or shelf clock by William S. Sperry of the Phoenix Manufactory - 192 Pearl Street, New York. Rectangular mahogany case...
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Antique 19th Century American American Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass, Enamel

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