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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
$1,216 Sale Price
48% Off
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
Antique Swedish Long Case Clock Dated 1809, with Very Unusual Decor and Paint
Located in Kramfors, SE
relief, see pictures.
Original mechanical clock work which was working during simple tests at the time
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Country Grandfather Clocks and Longca...
Materials
Pine
Antique Northern Swedish Long Case Clock with Original Hand-Carved Decor
Located in Kramfors, SE
history of the clock with distress and patina. Original mechanical clock mechanism, weights and pendulum
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Long...
Materials
Pine
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
