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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
$462 Sale Price / item
65% Off
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
Category
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
Category
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
Category
19th Century British Regency Antique Mechanism
Materials
Leather, Wood
$1,272 Sale Price
20% Off
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
Category
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
Category
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
Category
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
Category
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
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