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Mora Clock Swedish Antique White Gold, Early 1800s, Gustavian
Located in Lewes, England
and paint distressing found in clocks of this age. We will fit a battery chiming mechanism to the
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Wood

Rare Large Antique Hand Carved Gothic Revival Wall Clock w. Lenzkirch Movement
By Lenzkirch
Located in Lisse, NL
, eight day clock mechanism. In one of our photos you can also see the original spiral gong that creates a
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

Swedish Mora Clock Gustavian Grey Green Early 1800s Antique
Located in Lewes, England
of this age. We will fit a battery chiming mechanism to the clock for you as the original
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Early 19th Century Swedish Early Victorian Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Pine

Mora Clock Swedish Blue Tall Early 1800s Antique Painted 245cm
Located in Lewes, England
plinth compared to other clocks of this genre. We will fit a battery chiming mechanism to the clock
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Carved Oak Saint Nicholas Grandfather Clock from Normandy
Located in Dallas, TX
embellished by foliage and grape decor on both sides of the porcelain face. The clock mechanism has recently
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Oak

Swedish White Mora Clock Antique Carved Tall Grandfather 1800s Gustavian
Located in Lewes, England
mechanism to the clock for you as the original mechanisms are very unreliable. We can do this without any
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Early 19th Century Swedish Early Victorian Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Pine

Swedish Mora Clock Antique Green Gold Early 1800s Urn Top, 1800s
Located in Lewes, England
mechanism to the clock for you as the original mechanisms are very unreliable. We can do this without any
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Early 19th Century Swedish Early Victorian Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Pine

19th Century French Red Marble and Spelter Mantel Clock Signed E. Guillemin
By Émile Guillemin
Located in Dallas, TX
mechanism marked “Bernard Montluçon”, has been checked, fixed and cleaned by our clock-man. The impressive
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Large Orientalist Musical Picture Clock after Krafft
Located in London, GB
selections included into the clock’s mechanism, further enhancing its appeal. Combining fine art, intricate
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Early 1800s Antique Swedish Mora Clock Large Head and Wreath Painted Detail
Located in Lewes, England
fit a battery chiming mechanism to the clock for you as the original mechanisms are very unreliable
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Clock Mechanisms

Swedish Mora Clock Black and Gold Carved Detail Hand-Painted Early 1800s
Located in Lewes, England
of this age. We will fit a battery chiming mechanism to the clock for you as the original
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Clock Mechanisms

19th Century Swedish Mora Clock in Rococo Style
Located in Kramfors, SE
clock mechanism, weights and pendulum.
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Pine

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Grandfather Clock from Lyon
Located in Dallas, TX
with engraving decor. The round clock mechanism has been checked up and cleaned up, and is in fine
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass

Antique Peter Trauffer Black Forest Longcase Clock with Hand-Carved Fox Birds
By Peter Trauffer
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique grandfather or longcase clock was done by the renowned Peter Trauffer of Switzerland
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Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass

Antique Swedish Long Case Clock in Rococo Style with Original Decorative Paint
Located in Kramfors, SE
original clock mechanism, weights and pendulum.
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Pine

Antique Genuine Northern Swedish Unusual Painted Blue Green Long Case Clock
Located in Kramfors, SE
mechanism, weights and pendulum. The clock mechanism have been serviced and was working at the time the
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Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Pine

18th Century French Louis XV Carved Burl Walnut and Marquetry Tall Case Clock
Located in Dallas, TX
donkey. The clock mechanism signed Gironnet a Coligny, has been cleaned up and checked up, and is in
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Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Swedish Mora Clock Black and Gold Patina and Detail Handpainted, 19th Century
Located in Lewes, England
clock for you as the original mechanisms are very unreliable. We can do this without any damage to the
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Early 19th Century Swedish Early Victorian Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Pine

Mantle Mantel Table Chiming Clock Paws Feet Empire, Austria, Vienna
By Viennese Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
/ key for winding up the clock's mechanism existing. Detailed information's: Mantel / table clock
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1810s Austrian Empire Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass

18th Century Swedish Rococo Long Case Clock
Located in Kramfors, SE
original clock mechanism, weights and pendulum.
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Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Pine

Burmantofts Faience Mantle Clock with Winged Horse
By Burmantofts Pottery
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
. The clock mechanism also remains untested. Nonetheless a very rare and stylish period timepiece and a
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1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Faience

Dutch Modernist Design Hand Crafted Brass Beveled Glass Table / Mantle Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
with the original and perfect working, eight days clock mechanism. This mechanism runs smoothly with a
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Three-Piece Mantel Set Clock with Dogs Signed C. Valton
By Charles Valton
Located in Dallas, TX
marble bases. The clock mechanism has been revised by our clock expert and is in Fine working condition
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Late 19th Century French Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Long Case Clock from Lyon
Located in Dallas, TX
tall clock mechanism has been cleaned up and checked, and is in wonderful working order. The clock
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Walnut

Important 19th Century French Gilt Metal and Onyx Clock Set Signed E Rancoulet
By Rancoulet
Located in Dallas, TX
This three piece mantel clock was crafted in France, circa 1889; the centrally mounted spelter
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Late 19th Century French Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Onyx, Brass, Spelter

Great Looking Timeless Bauhaus meets Amsterdam School Mantel / Desk Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
winding both the eight-day clock mechanism and the rod-gong striking mechanism is also included. So if you
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Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

Sizable Antique Hand-Carved Black Forest Wooden Wall Clock w. Brass Pendulum
Located in Lisse, NL
from a distance as well. We have had the perfect running clock mechanism serviced which guarantees it
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Early 20th Century German Black Forest Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Small Geometrical Design Dutch Arts Crafts Nutwood Glass Wall Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
. Thanks to the original glass panels in the sides you can actually see the perfect brass clock mechanism
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass, Metal

Rare Decorative French Antique Bronze Wall Cartel Clock with Owl Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
this masterpiece is a perfect working, brass, eight day clock mechanism. And so, many specialists in
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Early 20th Century French Other Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Bronze, Metal, Brass

Antique Hand Carved Arts Crafts Wall Clock with Grape and Blackberry Branches
Located in Lisse, NL
condition. This perfect working antique clock comes with an eight day clock mechanism, a chime mechanism
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

Unique, Large and Hand Carved Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Wall Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
bracket (image 9) rests the original and perfect working, brass, eight day clock mechanism with an
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Vienna Biedermeier Mantel Table Clock Alabaster Columns Cherub Blacksmith
By Viennese Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
winding up the clock's mechanism is existing. The mechanism (spring balancer) is working two days before
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1830s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Alabaster, Brass, Enamel, Ormolu

Egyptian Revival French Marble Manlel or Table Clock w. Bronze Sphinx Sculpture
By Charvet-Delorme
Located in Lisse, NL
clock mechanism also is marked " medaillion 1855 ". So if you are looking for an impressive, stylish and
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Late 19th Century French Egyptian Revival Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Bronze

Antique Gothic Revival Hand Carved Nutwood Bronze Table Clock by Samuel Marti
By Samuel Marti
Located in Lisse, NL
and perfect working, eight days clock mechanism runs smoothly with a very low-noise tic-toc and it
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Bronze

Bronzed Art Deco Clock Set with Stylized Squirrel Sculptures and Onyx Base
Located in Lisse, NL
'clock garniture' also looks great and the clock mechanism is by the famous Japy Freres. It runs and
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Onyx, Enamel, Spelter

Unique, Large and All Handcrafted Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Wall Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
the original and perfect working, brass, ten day clock mechanism with a beautiful dial face and
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Early 20th Century German Gothic Revival Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass

Dutch Arts Crafts Oak Mantle / Desk Clock with Stunning Bronze Dial Face 1915
Located in Lisse, NL
, eight-day clock AND striking mechanism. This clock mechanism has at some point in time been replaced
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

19th Century Swiss German Carved Black Forest Wall Clock with French Mechanism
Located in Madrid, ES
Clocks featuring "Black Forest" carvings of detailed woodland and hunting scenes were created by
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Late 19th Century German Black Forest Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Stunning Burl Walnut Table or Mantel Clock with Stylish Bronze Feet Ornaments
Located in Lisse, NL
Kalverstraat in the city of Amsterdam. The clock mechanism by Jakob Palmtag was put in around 1950/1960 and
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Early 20th Century Dutch Louis XV Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Bronze

Rare Decorative French Art Deco, Nautical Rope Bunch Design Wall Clock, Paris
Located in Lisse, NL
inside of this masterpiece is a perfect working, brass, eight day clock mechanism that could only be
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Spelter, Brass

1920s Art Deco Pendulum Wall Clock in Lacquered Wood Case Mechanism Fex Zurich
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1920s Art Deco pendulum wall clock, in lacquered wood case mechanism Fex ZURICH, silent and fully
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Wood

Unique, Hand Carved and Hand Painted 19th Century Oak Gothic Revival Wall Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
clock mechanism. Have you also noticed the large bronze bell and hammer on the roof of this Gothic
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19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Rare Large All Handcrafted Antique Gothic Revival Solid Oak Wall Clock ca 1900
Located in Lisse, NL
bronze bracket rests the original and perfect working, brass, eight day clock mechanism with a beautiful
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Early 20th Century German Gothic Revival Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass, Metal, Enamel

Antique Gothic Revival Wall Clock w. Trefoil, Holy Light Butterfly Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
removable clock mechanism, it also is easy to make any adjustments to the mechanism (if necessary). With
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze, Iron

Antique Hand Painted Arts Crafts Majolica Wall Clock with Enameled Dial Face
Located in Lisse, NL
, brass, eight day clock mechanism that could only be ordered with a specialist clock maker. The clock
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Spelter, Brass

Antique Ormolu-Mounted Ebonized Gilt Bronze Chiming Bracket Clock, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
incorporated into a tower clock mechanism by the E. Howard & Co., Boston, MA. The clock and chime in Trinity's
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1850s Antique Clock Mechanisms

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Brass, Ormolu

Antique Gothic Revival Forged Wrought Cast Iron Table Clock by Samuel Marti
By Samuel Marti
Located in Lisse, NL
original and perfect working, eight days clock mechanism runs smoothly with a very low-noise tic-toc and it
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Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique Hand Painted Arts Crafts Majolica Wall Clock with Enameled Dial Face
Located in Lisse, NL
, brass, eight day clock mechanism that could only be ordered from a specialist clock maker. The clock
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass, Spelter

Antique Ormolu Mounted Oak Gilt Bronze Chiming Bracket Clock 19th Century
Located in London, GB
), this chime sequence was incorporated into a tower clock mechanism by the E. Howard & Co., Boston, MA
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1850s Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Ormolu

Large Masterly Carved Black Forest Nutwood Wall Clock w. Owl Sculpture Bracket
Located in Lisse, NL
day clock mechanism, protected from dust by the original and hinging 'back door'. It runs and strikes
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Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass, Iron

Gilt Bronze Marble Belle Époque Mantel Clock w. Infant Bacchus Sculpture 1870s
By Claude Michel Clodion, Vincenti et Cie
Located in Lisse, NL
the famous clock maker's name of Vicenti & Cie (of Paris, France) on the clock mechanism leads us to
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Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze, Enamel

Antique and Unique, Hand Carved Gothic Revival Grandfather or Longcase Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
) is the original and perfect working, 8-day clock mechanism. The beautiful Gothic dial face, with its
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Brass

Unusual Swedish White Clock Bureau Cabinet
Located in Kramfors, SE
. The clock comes with the original clock mechanism, weights and pendulum. The cabinet is one whole
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Pine

18th Century Italian Church Tower Turret Clock Coffee Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful coffee table designed from an authentic 18th century Italian tower turret clock mechanism
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18th Century Italian Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Iron Clock Face
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 19th C French iron clock face with electric mechanism. 1890. Dimensions 1.5 inches (4 cms
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19th Century French Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Iron

19th Century Regulator Wall Clock
Located in Opole, PL
We present you a big clock with a pendulum and a weight-driven mechanism. The clock strikes full
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Late 19th Century European Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Longcase Clock Chiming on Bells
Located in London, GB
Church (Williamsport, Pennsylvania), this chime sequence was incorporated into a tower clock mechanism by
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19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Clock Mechanisms

Materials

Mahogany

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Antique Clock Mechanisms For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique clock mechanisms available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, all antique clock mechanisms available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of antique clock mechanisms available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Empire and louis xv antique clock mechanisms are consistently popular styles. Europa Antiques, Winterhalder Hofmeier and Viennese Manufactory each produced beautiful antique clock mechanisms that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Clock Mechanisms?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,285, while they’re typically $179 on the low end and $745,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Clocks for You

A sophisticated clock design, whether it’s a desk clock, mantel clock or large wall clock for your living room, is a decorative object to be admired in your home as much as it is a necessary functional element. This is part of the reason clocks make such superb collectibles. Given the versatility of these treasured fixtures — they’ve long been made in a range of shapes, sizes and styles — a clock can prove integral to your own particular interior decor.

Antique and vintage clocks can whisk us back to the 18th and 19th centuries. When most people think of antique clocks, they imagine an Art Deco Bakelite tabletop clock or wall clock, named for the revolutionary synthetic plastic, Bakelite, of which they’re made, or a stately antique grandfather clock. But the art of clock-making goes way back, transcending continents and encompassing an entire range of design styles and technologies. In short, there are many kinds of clocks depending on your needs.

A variety of wall clocks can be found on 1stDibs. A large antique hand-carved walnut wall clock is best suited to a big room and a flat background given what will likely be outwardly sculptural features, while Georgian grandfather clocks, or longcase clocks, will help welcome rainswept guests into your entryway or foyer. An interactive cuckoo clock, large or small, is guaranteed to bring outsize personality to your living room or dining room. For conversation pieces of a similar breed, mid-century modern enthusiasts go for the curious Ball clock, the first of more than 150 clock models conceived in the studio of legendary architect and designer George Nelson

Minimalist contemporary clocks and books pair nicely on a shelf, but an eye-catching vintage mantel clock can add balance to your home library while drawing attention to your art and design books and other decorative objects. Ormolu clocks dating from the Louis XVI period, designed in the neoclassical style, are often profusely ornate, featuring architectural flourishes and rich naturalistic details. Rococo-style mantel clocks of Meissen porcelain or porcelain originating from manufacturers in cities such as Limoges, France, during the 18th and 19th centuries, exude an air of imperial elegance on your shelves or side tables and can help give your desk a 19th-century upgrade.

On 1stDibs, find a range of extraordinary antique and vintage clocks today.

Questions About Antique Clock Mechanisms
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A mechanical clock is made with an oscillating mechanism that marks the passing time. An escapement counts its beats. The first mechanical clock was made out of iron, and was first seen in medieval Europe. You’ll find a collection of mechanical clocks from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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 ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    To make a mechanical alarm clock work, you need to use the wind-up keys or buttons to set the time. Mechanical alarm clocks use an oscillating wheel and springs. Most mechanical alarm clocks come with two bells that ring by means of a gear, powered by the mainspring. The gear moves quickly between the two bells, sounding the alarm. Find vintage alarm clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mechanical clocks were used for a variety of reasons in the Middle Ages. The clocks were used to keep track of hours for daily prayers. They also helped monks to calculate solar and lunar eclipses, and also determined feast days with accuracy. On 1stDibs, find a collection of mechanical clocks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To spot whether or not a clock is antique, note if the clockmaker’s name or company is engraved near the center face of the dial. A paper label may also be pasted on the back of the clock. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    An antique bracket clock refers to a portable spring-driven pendulum table clock created in the 17th and 18th centuries. These clocks were equipped with convenient carrying handles and were housed usually in rectangular cases. Shop a collection of antique and vintage bracket clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To know if an antique clock is valuable, you'll typically need to have the piece assessed by a certified appraiser or an experienced antiques dealer. The maker and style of the clock will help determine its value (an early American clockmaker’s antique grandfather model, featuring an oak case and decorative carvings, may be very interesting to collectors, for example). Overall condition of your clock also plays a role. Generally, clocks that still work are worth more than those that require repairs. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique, vintage and modern clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some old antique clocks may be worth something. Many collectors look for clocks produced by certain manufacturers, such as the Ansonia Clock Company, the Seth Thomas Clock Company, Jaeger-LeCoultre and the Chelsea Clock Company. In addition to the maker, the type, materials, style and condition of the clock influence its value. Generally, clocks that remain in good working order are worth more than those in need of repairs and restorations. To find out how much your clock may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique clocks.