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Who was the famous American clockmaker?
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There was actually more than one famous American clockmaker. Many people refer to Eli Terry as the “father of mass-produced clocks in the U.S.,” as he introduced the concept of interchangeable parts that made large-scale production possible. Another well-known name in the history of American clock-making is Seth Thomas, who founded the Seth Thomas Clock Company in 1813. Brothers Aaron and Simon Willard are also important figures in the field, having developed banjo clocks and tall case clocks, respectively. Shop a variety of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
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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
By Cartier
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
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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
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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
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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
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Lapis Lazuli, Brass
Antique Ingraham Craftsman Floral Decoupage Key Wound Chiming Mantel Clock 13"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Art Deco style floral decoupage, key wound, chiming mantel clock. Rectangular wood case with arch top, decoupaged with red and brown roses and flowers, standing on four brass legs with tablet shaped feet. White enamel face with black Roman numerals & hands; brass egg and dart frame with glass cover. Movement by Ingraham Clock...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
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Brass
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