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"Residence At Terrell" Date 1881 TEXAS CATTLE SCENE GRANDFATHER TEXAS ART
By Frank Reaugh
Located in San Antonio, TX
and patented several devices including a folding lap easel, a water pump, and a cooling mechanism for
Category

1880s Impressionist Antique Mechanism

Materials

Pastel

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Pearl Brooch/Watch Holder
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
pin with a sturdy locking mechanism that is in excellent condition, as well as a watch holder pin. If
Category

1890s Art Nouveau Antique Mechanism

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Coromandel Inlaid Writing Box by Hausburg with Secret Compartment
By F.L. Hausburg
Located in Northampton, GB
pick compared to earlier mechanisms. Barron’s invention laid the foundation for modern lock designs and
Category

Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

Antique Gothic 16th C. Wrought Iron Safe Door with Three-Key Locking System
Located in Doha, QA
locking mechanism, riveted construction, prominent hinges -Condition: Excellent antique condition
Category

16th Century Austrian Gothic Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wrought Iron

Cartier Art Deco Black Enamel, Jadeite and Diamond Vanity Compact, circa 1920s
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
-set rose-cut diamond, serve as push-buttons for the refined spring-hinged opening mechanism — a
Category

1920s French Antique Mechanism

Materials

Gold, Silver

Antique 15th Century Medieval Gothic Iron Money Strongbox with Original Locks
Located in Doha, QA
the centuries. At the center, the strongbox also features its primary key mechanism for locking and
Category

15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

Antique Austro-Hungarian Gold Brooch with Paste Stone Seed Pearls, Ca. 1866-1872
Located in Rotterdam, NL
reverse showcases a secure c-clasp and pin mechanism typical of the period. This timeless piece would
Category

Mid-19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

18th Century Danish Oak Kitchen Cupboard
Located in Chicago, IL
knob, more gesture than mechanism. Every joint is dovetailed, the work of careful hands shaping with
Category

18th Century Danish Country Antique Mechanism

Materials

Oak

Biedermeier Lyra Secretary Desk, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
, quatrefoils, and keystones. The central compartment opens via a concealed mechanism located in the drawer
Category

1830s German Biedermeier Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Jacobean Carved Oak Gateleg Drop-Leaf Table with Six Legs
Located in Dallas, TX
drop-leaf form. The classic gateleg mechanism allows the table to transition effortlessly from a
Category

Mid-19th Century English Jacobean Antique Mechanism

Materials

Oak

Antique Italian 17th Century Iron Box Lock with Eye of Providence
Located in Doha, QA
significance. Equipped with its original spring-type rim lock mechanism and original key, the lock remains in
Category

Early 17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Locking Tea Caddy
By Charles Aldridge Henry Green
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
mechanism. This exceptional example of Georgian silverware features a rare design and is the finest of
Category

1780s British George III Antique Mechanism

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

European Sterling Silver and Enamel Singing Bird Box - Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive simplified bracket style feet. The underside of the box is plain and bears the mechanisms winding
Category

Early 1900s European Antique Mechanism

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Black Forest Hand-Carved Wooden Terrier Box
Located in Northport, MI
mechanism so when you pull the body back, the rounded lid opens. Bears are the most commonly depicted animal
Category

1920s German Folk Art Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Antique Jugend Style Brass Door Handle Set, 1910s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
length The spindle length is approximately 6,5 cm. Please notice that key/lock-mechanisms are not
Category

Early 20th Century European Jugendstil Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

Lenzkirch Germany Wood And Dore Mantel Clock Circa 1890-1895
By Lenzkirch
Located in Bridgeport, CT
is unknown. The winding of the mechanism will enable ticking but not completely tested since pendulum
Category

1890s German Baroque Antique Mechanism

Materials

Bronze

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Oak Dictionary Stand
Located in New York, NY
. It includes a mechanism for adjusting the position of the book rests, indicated by the springs and
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron and Wood Coffee Grinder with Crank and Drawer, Dated 1901
Located in Dallas, TX
handle operates the crank mechanism, which engages visible iron gears for a tactile and mechanical
Category

Early 20th Century French Country Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

18th Century Swedish Rococo Tilt-Top Table with Original Black Back
Located in Atlanta, GA
enhances its age-softened character. The tilt-top mechanism remains intact, allowing the table to stand
Category

18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood, Pine

Antique Silver-Plated Revolving Dome Caviar or Butter Dish on Ornate Box
Located in Wembley, GB
practical revolving mechanism, the dish combines function with decorative elegance, making it ideal for
Category

Late 19th Century English Art Deco Antique Mechanism

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Swedish Baroque Brass Office Candlestick, Early 18th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
adjustable screw mechanism, originally used to raise the candle as the expensive 1700s-era stearin burned
Category

Early 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

Antique 19th-Century English Wine/Tilt-Top Table with One-Piece Top
Located in Harderwijk, NL
made of oak and still retains its original mechanism. The table has a beautiful one-piece top with a
Category

19th Century Classical Roman Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Antique Gothic Solid Oak Wine Seller Door with Original Wrought Iron Hardware
Located in Doha, QA
wrought iron hardware, including large strap hinges, bard wear, and a fully functional locking mechanism
Category

15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

A Rare Bourdon and Richards Clock Barometer
Located in Amersham, GB
barometer part of the same mechanism, with the roman clock dial set inside the outer barometer dial. The
Category

1850s French Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Steel

Antique Georgian Tilt Top Occasional Table
Located in London, GB
, a lightly raised edge and can be flipped up by releasing a brass catch mechanism to save space. It
Category

Early 1800s British George III Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Antique Rustic European Wabi Sabi Cabinet
Located in Las Vegas, NV
two paneled doors secured by 2 small central locking mechanism, concealing 2 interior shelves. Its
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19th Century Rustic Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

English Sterling Silver Mustard Jar with Cobalt Glass Liner, Hinged Lid Origin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
design) encircles both the base and lid, adding a sense of texture and refinement Lid Mechanism: A small
Category

1890s English Antique Mechanism

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Biedermeier Marquetry Chess Table
Located in Darmstadt, DE
harmony. The top is attached to the base with a traditional wooden screw mechanism, which still works
Category

Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Mechanism

Materials

Walnut, Pine, Ash, Birch

Early 20th Century Italian Foldable Garden Table
Located in Milan, IT
unusual adjustable rotating mechanism for the top.
Category

Early 1900s Italian French Provincial Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

Castilian millstone in granite and iron sculpture foot
By Soft Baroque
Located in Valladolid, ES
wheat and other grains into flour. The grain was delivered from upper vats or hoppers. This mechanism
Category

1790s Spanish Baroque Antique Mechanism

Materials

Granite, Iron

Equestrian Reverse Crystal Cufflinks
Located in Bradenton, FL
is slightly different. They are mounted in 14K yellow gold bezels with flip mechanisms. These are
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Mechanism

Materials

Crystal, 14k Gold

Victorian Mahogany Circular Breakfast Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
turned pedestal on a triform base * Cabriole legs terminating in scroll feet * Original tilt mechanism in
Category

19th Century English Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Rare Antique Gothic Windlass Crossbow, 15th–16th Century, Germany
Located in Doha, QA
. Equipped with an advanced dual-crank windlass system and pulley traction mechanism, this crossbow was
Category

15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

Victorian Sterling Silver Hinged Horseshoe Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
opens with a hinged mechanism and would allow for charms to be attached to the horseshoe. The top of the
Category

1880s Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Iron Wall Clock Dial Face Kendal Milne Co Manchester
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
has since been updated with a discreet quartz mechanism for reliability. Our clockmaker has skilfully
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19th Century British Industrial Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

A Victorian Oak Spindle-Back Revolving Desk Chair With Racing Green Leather Seat
By Hillcrest
Located in Reading, Berkshire
& tilt sprung action seat mechanism. Tallest to smallest Height 82cm-76cm Width 56.5cm Depth 49cm
Category

19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Folding Library Step Ladder in Walnut
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
for portability, while the ingenious folding mechanism enables the ladder to collapse flat for
Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Mechanism

Materials

Walnut

Antique Leather Upholstered Mahogany Adjustable Piano Stool, 19th Century
Located in Lucenec, SK
leather upholstery and brass rivets, it has an adjustable height using a wooden screw mechanism. Subtle
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19th Century British Regency Antique Mechanism

Materials

Leather, Wood

Filigree 0.30ctw Diamond 0.10ctw Lab Emerald Bangle Bracelet Set In 14K Gold
Located in Sewickley, PA
mechanism and safety latch, ensuring both beauty and functionality. Its refined design and meticulous
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Mechanism

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum

Pendulum clock, floor clock with lacquered and painted wooden case, France
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
with floral decorations. It has an embossed brass mechanism and a dial signed "Pierre Bosc". Period
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19th Century French Antique Mechanism

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Garnet Flower Brooch/Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
pin mechanism is in good shape and closes very securely for a worry free wear. This brooch comes with
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1870s Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Garnet, Gold

Silverplate Meat Trolley by Elkington Co.
By Elkington Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
warming heat. The entire mechanism is mounted upon an elegant mahogany base. The result is a functional
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Silver Plate

French Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Undulating Openwork Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
white gold with a tongue clasp and double figure-8 safety mechanisms. France. Maker's mark for Leon
Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Mechanism

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Bronze Mounted Game Table By Paul Sormani
By Paul Sormani
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
lies in its ingenious concealed mechanism – a hidden button positioned beneath the table that activates
Category

Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mechanism

Materials

Berlin Iron, Bronze

French 20th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Satin Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
having the mechanisms serviced by a specialist watchmaker. Our watches are sold without any guarantee of
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Mechanism

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Floral Pattern Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
watches shown start and work, but as they are antique watches, we strongly recommend having the mechanisms
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Mechanism

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Flower Pattern Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
recommend having the mechanisms serviced by a specialist watchmaker. Our watches are sold without any
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Mechanism

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18th Century German Baroque Pearwood Armoire West Palatinate
Located in Kleinfischlingen, DE
bolt locking mechanism (Schubstangenriegel) and the piece retains its original lock, key, and ornate
Category

Late 18th Century German Baroque Antique Mechanism

Materials

Pearwood

Antique 18th/19th Century Portuguese Chrysolite Chrysoberyl Pendant Earrings
Located in Lisbon, PT
to the overall design. The earrings are fitted with antique screw-back mechanisms — a desirable
Category

Early 19th Century Portuguese Georgian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Rose Gold, Silver

French Portico Clock – Black and White Marble, Gilt Bronze – Early 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
. – Wire suspension mechanism – Perfectly working, with original pendulum and key – Very good condition
Category

Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Mechanism

Materials

Marble, Bronze

English William IV Mahogany Tilt-Top Table
Located in Bradenton, FL
casters --hallmarks of the regency design. Piece features a tilt-top mechanism, allowing the top to be
Category

19th Century English William IV Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English Mahogany Georgian Style Tray Top Occasional Table Circular Wine
Located in Dublin, Ireland
losses anywhere, nice surface patination allover. This table does not have tilt mechanism underneath
Category

Early 20th Century English Georgian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Very Large French Chandelier in Bronze Opaline Napoleon III Period
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
opaque glass shade and its original wick mechanism that is fully intact and stamped 20" BEC MATODOR
Category

Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Mechanism

Materials

Bronze, Copper

14K Yellow Gold Antique Lipstick Holder
Located in Sewickley, PA
mechanism for securing a lipstick refill, while a small loop near the base suggests it was once designed to
Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian English Brass Side-Eject Candlesticks, Pair
Located in Downingtown, PA
mechanism to eject a candle. Dimensions: 8 1/2 inches high x 4 1/4 inch diameter Reference: The Brass
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

François Linke French Louis XVI Ormolu Kingwood Bureau Plat Desk, c.1889
By François Linke
Located in King s Lynn, GB
ébénistes of the late 19th century. Their mechanisms, stamped “V.F.” and “Paris” above crossed keys, appear
Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass, Ormolu

Antique Surveyor s Circumcompendium Signed Brand Frères, 1850-1880
Located in Bilzen, BE
mechanism Presented in its original fitted wooden case, complete with original interior fittings and
Category

Mid-19th Century Belgian Other Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

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Antique Mechanism For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique mechanism for your home. Each antique mechanism for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique mechanism — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique mechanism is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Georgian and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one antique mechanism that is appealing in its simplicity, but Asprey International Limited, Charles Frederick Hancock and Goldsmiths Silversmiths Co. Ltd. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Mechanism?

An antique mechanism can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,334, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $125,340.