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Mora Clock
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
clock and initial of clock maker: APL and vilage of Mora. Working Longcase clock mechanism of pendulum
Category
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Wood
$2,500
American Regency Mahogany Tilt Top Scalloped Lyre Candle Stand w/ Paw Feet, 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
lyre acanthus foliage brass rod pedestal, original brass banjo locking mechanism, and resting on
Category
1810s American Regency Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass
Irish Georgian Center Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
hinge mechanism for storage or display. On four square section legs with lappeting to the apron, the
Category
1770s Irish Georgian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Mahogany
$14,900
Art Nouveau Silver Plique-à-Jour Iris Pendant with Mirror, Circa 1900
Located in Braintree, GB
: Female bust with iris flower, plique-à-jour enamel in wave brick pattern
Mechanism: Hinged back revealing
Category
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Mechanism
Materials
Silver
1920s French Victorian Upholstered Piano Stool with Turned Legs
Located in High Point, NC
mechanism allows the height to be raised or lowered, a hallmark of early 20th-century piano stools designed
Category
Early 20th Century French Victorian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
12 Seater Outstanding Quality Antique Figured Mahogany Extending Dining Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
leaves, original winding mechanism and handle standing on turned reeded tapering legs with original brass
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century French Iron Scale
Located in High Point, NC
contrast between the dark iron mechanism and the softer metallic tones enhances its visual appeal. Ideal
Category
19th Century French Antique Mechanism
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Iron
Marble Scale
Located in High Point, NC
metalwork. The central balancing mechanism, complete with a decorative iron finial, highlights the precision
Category
19th Century French Antique Mechanism
Materials
Marble, Iron
19th Century French Iron
Marble Scale
Located in High Point, NC
refined materiality. The cast-iron mechanism retains its original dark patina, contrasted by a pale
Category
19th Century French Antique Mechanism
Materials
Marble, Iron
Antique Georgian c.1800 Mahogany Gateleg Drop-Leaf Dining Table- Fine Quality
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
mechanism
Single drop leaf for flexible use
Condition:
Good antique condition overall, showing expected
Category
Early 1800s British Antique Mechanism
Materials
Wood
$954 Sale Price
30% Off
Fine quality antique 19th century Black Forest cuckoo clock
Located in Ipswich, GB
cuckoo mechanism.
All clocks get serviced by our horologist prior to delivery.
D. 1860
Category
19th Century Antique Mechanism
Materials
Pine
$1,310 Sale Price
20% Off
1920s Austrian Industrial Wooden Swivel Stool
Located in High Point, NC
functional swivel mechanism, allowing for smooth rotation while maintaining structural stability. Four
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Metal
Victorian Dining Table Mahogany Extending 12 Seater 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
way of a wind out telescopic mechanism to accept up to 3 extra leaves
The table will seat 10 - 12
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Mahogany
American Regency Mahogany Tilt Top Scalloped Candle Stand w/ Splay Legs, C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
brass banjo locking mechanism, central urn ringed support column, and resting on splayed spur legs with
Category
1810s American Regency Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass
19th Century Victorian Flame Mahogany Davenport Desk, Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster
London
Located in Solebury, PA
of patented lever mechanism employed by various makers of the period, a feature marketed for its
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass
Powder Tester
Located in Greenwich, CT
. Having a walnut handle with brass body and steel flintlock mechanism. With gauge makings to brass wheel
Category
18th Century American American Colonial Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass, Steel
$2,400
French Folk Art Wooden Nutcracker - Early XXth century
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
while preserving its natural bark. The screw mechanism, also entirely made of wood, showcases the
Category
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Antique Mechanism
Materials
Fruitwood
19th C. Georgian Continental Tortoiseshell Cigar Case With Vermeil Silver Mounts
Located in Atlanta, GA
the shell. The clasp mechanism is precise and well-balanced, indicative of careful hand assembly.
In
Category
19th Century British Georgian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Shell
Anglo-European Faux Tortoiseshell And Bone Card Case With Geometric Panel C 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
high level of craftsmanship. A discreet metal stud and clasp mechanism secures the case when closed
Category
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Mechanism
Materials
Shell
1930s French Parisian Art Deco Oak Extendable Dining Table
Located in Astoria, NY
extends by way of a smooth pull-out mechanism to accommodate three additional leaves, transforming it from
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Wood and Wicker Tonet Italian Swivel Barber Chair
Located in Catania, Sicilia
into intricate patterns. One of the notable features of this barber chair is its swivel mechanism
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Mechanism
Materials
Wicker, Wood
1900
s French Cigar Box Modeled as a Chalet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
lies in its ingenious opening mechanism: in fact its roof opens thanks to 6 tilting slats, manually
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Roll-Top Secretary Desk, France, Late 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
-top opens via a sliding mechanism to reveal six small drawers and an open compartment. The writing
Category
Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass
Swedish Biedermeier Sofa Empire Couch Honey Color, 4-5 Seat, 19th/20th Century A
By Biedermeier
Located in Lewes, England
mechanism removed if you dont want it
18-21 days prep time prior to shipping
Note - bolsters are for show
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Mechanism
Materials
Birch
$3,249 Sale Price
40% Off
Elegant Georgian-Style Mahogany Pedestal Dining Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
mechanism allows the tabletop to stand upright when not in use, making it ideal for flexible room
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Mechanism
Materials
Wood
20th century French Wooden Architect Table, 1920s
Located in LEGNY, FR
mechanism allows the top to be adjusted (depending on condition), staying true to the functionality of the
Category
1920s French Antique Mechanism
Materials
Metal
Swiss 14K Gold 52.45mm Minute Repeater Chronograph Alarm Pocket Watch, 32 Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
chronograph works, repeater hammers, and alarm mechanism—all housed within a thick, finely crafted 14K solid
Category
1880s Swiss Antique Mechanism
Materials
14k Gold
Quality Antique Edwardian 12 Seater Triple-Pedestal Dining Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
legs terminating in brass lions-paw caps and castors. The extension mechanism runs smoothly and
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
A Rare Swiss Musical Quarter Repeater Pocket Watch C.1820s
By Unbranded
Located in Mayfair, London, London
keywind cylinder escapement, with musical barrel and repeating mechanism, all visible on the back plate
Category
1820s Swiss Antique Mechanism
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 9k Yellow Gold Twist Action Toothpick Pendant
Located in New York, NY
decorative engraved pattern and a clever twist-action mechanism that reveals a slim pointed pick. Designed to
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Mechanism
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s French Wooden Swivel Armchair with Upholstered Seat
Located in High Point, NC
character. The adjustable swivel mechanism, supported by a sturdy four-legged base, reflects practical
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Mechanism
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CIRCA 1885 ENGLISH G. LLEWELLiN
SONS BUTTER CHURN
Located in Pulborough, GB
hardware, the churn retains its original mechanisms and characteristic form. The maker’s markings add
Category
19th Century British Antique Mechanism
Materials
Pine
A Gorgeous Irish 19th Century Centre or Dining Table in the Manner of Strahan
Located in Dublin, IE
tilting mechanism that allows its top to be positioned in upright orientation. Supported on a beautifully
Category
19th Century Irish Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass
Georgian Tortoiseshell Folding Card Case With Silver Piqué Borders C. 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
.
The fastening mechanism consists of a silver button catch set into the side wall, paired with a
Category
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Mechanism
Materials
Shell
Regency Rosewood Tilt-Top Centre Table, attributed to George Oakley, c. 1815
By George Oakley
Located in London, GB
tapering square pillar that supports the ingenious tilt mechanism, allowing the top to be raised vertically
Category
19th Century English Regency Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass
Vintage Boho Primitive Crank Pedestal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
wooden tripod base and a heavy-duty manual crank mechanism that adjusts the height of the rotating square
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Mechanism
Materials
Wood
Antique Victorian Stamped Brass Openwork Brooch with Shell
Foliate Motifs
Located in Milford, DE
pin mechanism remains intact, consistent with authentic late-19th-century construction. A beautiful
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass
19th Century Louis XV Style French Buffet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, structured design. The piece includes a functional locking mechanism with original key, combining charm and
Category
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Mechanism
Materials
Walnut, Wood
19thC Tilt Top Table with Birdcage
Shoe Feet with a Discreet Inlay Board Top
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular inlaid tilt top table with a birdcage mechanism that allows the table top to revolve at
Category
1870s Italian Neoclassical Antique Mechanism
Materials
Iron
English Portfolio or Art Folio Stand of Turned Walnut on Pedestal Base
Located in Austin, TX
pulling on the cord to disengage the brass ratcheted mechanism.
Opening to a horizontal level bed which
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique Mechanism
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Biedermeier Round Table in Exceptional Walnut Veneer, Germany, 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
a rich and sophisticated presence. The table retains its original tilt-top mechanism, allowing the
Category
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Mechanism
Materials
Walnut
Set Of 3 Globe Wernicke Bookcase In Oak - 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
and have brass handles and opening mechanisms.
The bookcases have large panels, allowing for the
Category
19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Mechanism
Materials
Oak
Iron
Wedding Band
Candlesticks
Located in Greenwich, CT
mechanism. Decorative features include a flared bobeche, 'wedding band' rings to top and middle of shaft
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Mechanism
Materials
Iron
$900 / set
A Fabulous 19th Century Dining Table with Three Extra Leaves
Located in Dublin, IE
leaves and a winding mechanism. The moulded top is raised over a simple frieze, supported on elegantly
Category
19th Century English Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass
Vintage Boho Edwardian Steamer Chair and Foot Rest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
patina. The wooden frame is sturdy and the mechanism is functional.
Category
Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany
Antique Commandair 16 Inch Oscillating Fan c.1934
Located in San Francisco, CA
adjustable oscillating mechanism in the back allows the fan to oscillate at a very large angle to no angle at
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Mechanism
Materials
Metal, Brass, Steel
Folding Marquetry Table, 19th century
Located in Lucenec, SK
integrated, and the folding mechanism works smoothly.
Dimensions: 50 cm H x 60 cm W x 50 cm D (folded
Category
19th Century European Antique Mechanism
Materials
Wood
18th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Armoire Lyonnaise with Floral Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
contrast to the rich tones of the exterior. The armoire retains its original large iron lock mechanism with
Category
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Mechanism
Materials
Walnut
Gustavian Swedish Long Case Clock from the Late 1700s, Unusual Straight Shape
Located in Kramfors, SE
. The paint has distress and patina with some marks of use.
The clock mechanism was working at the time
Category
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Pine
Japanese Antique Nara Wood Swivel Chair, 1930s–1940s - Japandi Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
is not included in its mechanism.
A beautifully aged surface and balanced proportions enhance its
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Mechanism
Materials
Iron
Bucherer Sterling Silver Enamel Guilloche Pin Brooch and Watch Holder, Swiss
By Bucherer
Located in New York, NY
century, Switzerland. This is a pin and a watch holder in one (there is no watch mechanism as shown
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Edwardian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Fine 18th-century solid brass sector, signed Butterfield, Paris, 1720-1750
By Butterfield Paris
Located in Bilzen, BE
elegant sunburst decoration at the hinge. The folding pivot mechanism is completely original, with no
Category
Early 18th Century French Other Antique Mechanism
Materials
Brass
Victorian En Tremblant Diamond Flower Brooch – 9kt Gold
Silver
Located in Braintree, GB
: Victorian, circa 1880s
Metal: 9kt gold and silver
Setting: Pavé-set and tremblant mechanism
Diamonds: Approx
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
18th Century High Adjustable Secretaire Desk with integrated Hidden Chair, 1780
Located in Greven, DE
mechanism, the centre three conceal an integrated, pull-out chair.
All drawer fronts are neatly veneered
Category
1780s German Louis XVI Antique Mechanism
Materials
Cherry
Antique 19th Century En Tremblant Diamond Floral Bouquet Brooch Portuguese 1890s
Located in Lisbon, PT
mechanism designed to tremble gently with the wearer’s motion, catching the light with every breath and
Category
19th Century Portuguese Victorian Antique Mechanism
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Japanese Antique Swivel Chair with Aluminum Back, Early Showa Period - Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
rotated, a functional mechanism once used in government-operated facilities across Japan.
This piece has
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Mechanism
Materials
Aluminum
Antique 19th-Century Biedermeier Burled Walnut Pedestal Carved Tilt-Top Table
Located in New York, NY
the natural warmth, depth, and visual complexity of the wood. Its functional tilt mechanism allows the
Category
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Mechanism
Materials
Walnut
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Antique Mechanism For Sale on 1stDibs
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