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Who invented the first mechanical clocks?
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A Chinese monk named I-Hsing invented the first mechanical clock in 723 AD. His astronomical clock was known as the Water Driven Spherical Birds-Eye-View Map of The Heavens. You can find a variety of antique and vintage mechanical clocks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique Mechanical Billiard Clock in Oak with Timer by P. O. Pedersen Copenhagen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Museum's piece: mechanical clock for 3-cushions billiard. Its is made from oak that has patinated
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wall Clocks
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Clock With Marble Trim, 1890s, Set Of 3
By Societe Clusienne
Located in BÉTERA, ES
featuring the same marble inserts enhanced with delicate bronze details, this mechanical clock combines
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Art Deco Carved Mahogany Mantle Clock, circa 1900
Located in Nantucket, MA
transitional style with a period wind-up mechanical clock, featuring an Immortal figure on the top, Chinese
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Old Mr. Boston Advertising Bottle Display with Gilbert 8-Day Clock
Located in Dekalb, IL
, embossed top-hat mascot, and a Gilbert 8-day mechanical clock fitted into the front panel. The tan and
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal
Antique Northern Swedish Long Case Clock, Rococo Style with Original Blue Paint
Located in Kramfors, SE
paint shows the history of the clock with authentic distress and patina. Original mechanical clock
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Grandfather Clocks and Longcas...
Materials
Pine
Robert Houdin Mystery Magic Clock
By Robert Houdin
Located in Danville, CA
total mechanical clock has a very noticeable large square glass dial, with 2 hands pointing to the time
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Bronze
