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FIRST HALF OF THE 19th CENTURY CHARLES X DINING TABLE
Located in Firenze, FI
geometric and plant motifs. This table is highly practical and convenient, featuring a crank mechanism at
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Early 19th Century English Charles X Antique Mechanism

Materials

Nutwood

Antique Art Deco Medical Dental Cabinet Blue Painted w/Mirror and 22 Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
locking mechanism that can be found behind one of the drawers. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 63
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Mechanism

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood

18th-Century German Strongbox
Located in New Orleans, LA
. Designed for both beauty and impenetrability, the strongbox opens to display its complex internal mechanism
Category

18th Century Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century One-Cent Match Vending Machine by Krema
Located in Dekalb, IL
vending mechanism patent. According to Silent Salesmen Too, this model is the first and most ornate of a
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

18th c. Piecrust Tea Table with Spiral Fluted Shaft
Located in Greenwich, CT
An 18th century Irish Georgian mahogany tea table with piecrust carved top and tilt top mechanism
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1770s Irish Georgian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Albert Munsell Color Sphere Antique Scientific 3-D Model
Located in San Diego, CA
sphere is mounted on a metal armature above a blackened wooden base, connected by a belt-driven mechanism
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Early 1900s American American Classical Antique Mechanism

Materials

Metal

Antique Vitek Industrial Adjustable Height Iron Stools Set of Three
Located in Newtown, CT
. Instructions are on the tag on the bottom of the seat. A unique mechanism that takes some practice to get used
Category

1920s American Industrial Antique Mechanism

Materials

Metal

Antique 17th Century Italian Cassone Wedding Chest with Hand-Carved Detailing
Located in Madrid, ES
. The hinges and hardware are wrought iron. The lock mechanism is still functional and the key is
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17th Century Italian Rustic Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wrought Iron

Louis Duchene Cie. 18K Gold Enamel Pearl Diamond Set Lyre Form Watch, c.1810
Located in New York, NY
window flanked by forget-me-not flower garlands and original mechanism in working condition. Dial: White
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Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Mechanism

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique 19th Century Shaker Style Work Bench Table
Located in North York, ON
with original iron clamp mechanisms, showcasing both function and artisanal ingenuity. Unique and
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1880s Industrial Antique Mechanism

Materials

Metal

Antique Northern Swedish Long Case Clock with Carved Decor and Original Paint
Located in Kramfors, SE
mechanism, weights and pendulum. The function of the clock mechanism is not tested. The clock is sold as an
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Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Mechanism

Materials

Pine

Early 19th century Georgian tripod table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
mahogany wine table. Circular top with bull nosed edge.  Functioning tilt mechanism.  Raised on a turned
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Queen Anne Mahogany Tilt Top Breakfast Table c. Late 18th Century
Located in Westfield, MA
table, occasional table, or lamp stand, while the tilt mechanism highlights the craftsmanship of the
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Folk Art Tejne Wood Container Original Blue Paint, Denmark ca 1850s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
. It has a closing mechanism so you can use the handle when transporting it. This piece is very
Category

Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Antique French Louis XVI Style Extendable Dining Table
Located in Astoria, NY
mechanism is functional and operates smoothly.
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

Napoleon III Chimney Table Clock, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A Napolean III period mantel chimney clock with a mark on the letterhead of the mechanism
Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Mechanism

Materials

Metal, Brass, Enamel, Pewter

Antique Mechanical Music Box Harp Sterling Silver, 1860
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
base and is in excellent working order. Once wound, the mechanism is activated by gently lifting one of
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1860s Antique Mechanism

Materials

Sterling Silver

1900s French Wooden Adjustable Piano Stool With Upholstered Seat
Located in High Point, NC
legs that lend stability and a graceful silhouette. Its adjustable height mechanism, operated by a
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Early 20th Century French Antique Mechanism

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Longines Marine Chronometer Clock in Mahogany Gimbal Box 1920
Located in Potters Bar, GB
suspension, allowing the mechanism to remain level aboard a moving vessel. The gimbal arms and locking
Category

1920s Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Northern Swedish Long Case Clock, Rococo Style with Original Blue Paint
Located in Kramfors, SE
mechanism, weights and pendulum. The function of the clock mechanism is not tested, the clock is sold as an
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Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Mechanism

Materials

Pine

Early 19th Century Aaron Willard Jr Tall Case Clock w/ Paul Revere Printed Label
By Aaron Willard, Jr.
Located in Milford, NH
decorative painted corner spandrels, surmounted by moon phase mechanism in the arch of the dial. The waist
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Early 19th Century American Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique glass and sterling silver jam pot by Hukin Heath in 1922
By Hukin Heath
Located in London, London
& Glass Jam Pot, is plain in design, with a patented opening mechanism. The jam pot measures 6"(15.5cm
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1920s English Antique Mechanism

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Federal Style Mahogany Tilt Top Table With Spider Legs c1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
supported by a turned pedestal base. The tilt-top mechanism allows for easy storage and versatility in use
Category

Early 20th Century Federal Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Swiss Silver Guilloché Enamel Pendant/ Fob Watch, c.1890
Located in Portland, England
hands and hand-wind mechanism. Dimensions: 30mm x 38mm Condition: There are some very small chips on
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Late 19th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Antique Mechanism

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Empire Clock, "The Astronomy Lesson", early 19th century
Located in Paris, FR
Hemon (Claude) for watchmaker. Wire mechanism. First third of the 19th century. Wear to the gilding
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Early 1800s French Empire Antique Mechanism

Materials

Bronze

Mahogany Curiosity Cabinet - 18th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
mechanism on the drawer which is unusual and gives it a lot of charm.
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18th Century British Georgian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Italian Blue-Painted Cherrywood Wardrobe with Original Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
drawer and a full-length cremonese locking mechanism on the doors, both preserved and functioning. The
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19th Century Italian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

A rare early 19th C Mughal Emperor Akbar Shah II rosewood jewellery casket
Located in Reepham, GB
diamond & Sapphire blue, the casket contains a conundrum of hidden drawers with unique opening mechanisms
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19th Century Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

Polish Amber and Sterling Silver Ladybug Insect Brooch
Located in Milford, DE
jewelry or fans of organic materials. The pin mechanism is located discreetly at the back and secures
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Late 19th Century American Artisan Antique Mechanism

Materials

Amber, Sterling Silver

Antique Brass Telescoping Piano Oil Lamp Hand Painted Floral Shade c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
telescoping mechanism allows for adjustable height, making it both functional and decorative. The brass base
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

1860s French Tilt Top Table
Located in High Point, NC
. The tilt-top mechanism allows the tabletop to pivot vertically, making the piece both functional and
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century French Hand Painted Tole Tray Table With Removable Trays
Located in Fayetteville, AR
the ends that serve as handles. The trays rest on a folding stand that has a mechanism on the bottom
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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Antique Mechanism

Materials

Tin

French architect s table, known as "à La Tronchin, Louis XVI
By Fidelys Schey
Located in Valladolid, ES
embossed leather and operated by a rack and pinion mechanism, rises and unfolds to form a removable and
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1790s French Louis XVI Antique Mechanism

Materials

Bronze

English Queen Anne Mahogany Leather Interior Game Table with Pad Feet, C. 1740
Located in Charleston, SC
oval poker chip holders, exterior brass bat wing escutcheon with locking mechanism, supporting rear
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1740s English Queen Anne Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

Antique 18th Century Quality Chippendale Mahogany Tilt-Top Tripod Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
cabinetmaking. The table retains its original tilt mechanism and block, and the mahogany has developed a deep
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18th Century English Chippendale Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Italian Art Nouveau Walnut Extendable Dining Table with Lyre Motif Base, Liberty
Located in Milano, IT
concealed extension mechanism, allowing the top to expand while preserving the visual continuity of the
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1910s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Mora Clock
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
. Working Longcase clock mechanism of pendulum and 2 weights and a bell chime on the hour. Width: 54cm
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18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Rare Antique Victorian Silver Duck Claret Jug Wine Decanter London 1892 Novelty
By Frederick Edmonds 1
Located in London, GB
and Neck have a push fit mechanism to allow the Jug to be easily filled and one filled the wine pours
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Sterling Silver

LATE 18th CENTURY GILDED NEOCLASSICAL CLOCK
Located in Firenze, FI
wire suspension mechanism is period and in working order, and the chime plays the hours and half-hours
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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Mechanism

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Empire Gilt Bronze Marble Statue Clock of Homer by Ravrio 1810
By André-Antoine Ravrio
Located in Portland, OR
clock having an eight day time and strike mechanism, pendulum & key is present. Condition is superb, the
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1810s French Empire Antique Mechanism

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Period Period Sterling Silver-Mounted Corkscrew
By John Hasselbring
Located in New York, NY
Large, sterling silver-mounted, antler corkscrew, having a steel mechanism, New York, Ca. 1925
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Mechanism

Materials

Sterling Silver, Steel

Large Antique Solid Cherry Farmhouse Table with Draw-Leaf Extensions, 1900s
Located in LYON, FR
Style: Turned legs / Baluster Mechanism: 2 sliding lateral extensions (Draw-leaf system) Period: 1900s
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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Mechanism

Materials

Cherry

A C Paris Breveté Brass Spring-Loaded Candle Lamps, Late 19th C.
Located in Lincoln, GB
mechanism and places their origin firmly within the technological boom of the c. 1880–1900 period. The
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19th Century French Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

Mahogany Marine Or Campaign Writing Slope With A Hidden Compartment, 19th Centur
Located in Brussels, Brussels
, two inkwells, and a pen holder. It also has a mechanism that, when activated, reveals a trapdoor with
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century Flip-Top Game Table with Inlaid Chessboard
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
such as bridge or whist. The original hinged mechanism operates smoothly and securely. The table is
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1810s French Biedermeier Antique Mechanism

Materials

Cherry, Maple, Walnut

Antique 19th Century Ebonised Mahogany Revolving Adjustable Piano Stool
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
. Featuring an adjustable revolving mechanism and a recently replaced high-quality leather/leatherette seat
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1880s European Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

20th Century Art Nouveau Walnut Extendable Table. Vienna, c. 1900/10.
Located in Vienna, AT
expansion mechanism functions flawlessly. The design features a rectangular base with a brass-mounted
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

Unusual fine quality pair of antique Victorian musical figures
Located in Ipswich, GB
elements to the bases with a wind up mechanism with a winding key, both playing different tunes, both music
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19th Century Antique Mechanism

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Regency Mahogany Adjustable Reading or Music Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
mechanism allowing for variable height and angle — ideal for use as a reading, writing, music table or lamp
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Early 19th Century Neogotic Pedestals, Octogonal Column Cabinets
Located in Greven, DE
opened using a push mechanism. The soaring surfaces between the filigree pilasters and pointed arches are
Category

Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Mechanism

Materials

Walnut

Fine Antique Regency Quality 12 Seater Mahogany Extending Dining Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
mechanism operates smoothly and securely, making this both an elegant and practical centrepiece for dining
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century French Boulle Inlaid Wall Clock Signed Jean Combe
Located in Dallas, TX
cleaned by our professional clock specialist, the mechanism runs beautifully and keeps excellent time. The
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Mechanism

Materials

Enamel

Arts and Crafts Oak Bureau Desk Bookcase Students Slim Console Space Saving 1900
Located in London, GB
desk locking mechanism with smooth pull-down desk and slide-out desk supports. Both rear side feet
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Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Mechanism

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Iron Marble Scale
Located in High Point, NC
a refined counterpoint to the scale’s industrial strength. The central balancing mechanism and
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19th Century French Antique Mechanism

Materials

Marble, Iron

Edwardian 14k/Platinum Diamond Bangle
Located in Narberth, PA
mechanisms. The tongue of the push clasp is marked "14K". An eye-catching piece, this bracelet would look
Category

1910s Edwardian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Mora Clock
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
1856 and village Aata. Working Longcase clock mechanism of pendulum and 2 weights and a bell chime on
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18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Mora Clock
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
clock and initial of clock maker: APL and vilage of Mora. Working Longcase clock mechanism of pendulum
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18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

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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.