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19th Century French Mantel Clock, Signed H. Lefoye
Located in Opole, PL
winded up with the key; strikes every full and half an hour.
Dimensions with the shade: Height 62 cm
Category
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Wind Up
Materials
Glass, Wood
Pair of Late 19th Century Vases in Marble and Gilt Bronze
Located in Paris, FR
bronze Louis XV-style Rocaille, foliage, flowers, and seeds that wind up around the paunch of the marble
Category
1880s French Louis XV Antique Wind Up
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique Solid Elm Octagon Schoolhouse Calendar "Regulator A" Wall Clock
Located in Danville, CA
Antique Solid Elm Octagon Schoolhouse Calendar "Regulator A" Wall Clock
MOVEMENT: 8 day wind up
Category
Early 1900s Japanese Antique Wind Up
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau Jewelry Music Box Hand Carved, France, circa 1900
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
. The fully functional musical mechanism can be easily winded up with an extra key on the bottom of the
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Wind Up
Materials
Oak
Gold Tortoise Bell with Faux Tortoiseshell Top
Located in London, by appointment only
, the original wind up mechanism is released. This bell has a charming ring to it that is greatly sought
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Wind Up
Materials
Iron
Incomparable Original Antique French Iron
Marble Bistro Table w/Hearts
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
each of the three legs. Ready to utilize immediately, this table could wind up in the master suite as
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Wind Up
Materials
Marble, Iron
Black Forrest Musical Chair
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
winds up from underneath and plays when the chair is sat on, it becomes silent when the chair is vacated
Category
1860s German Antique Wind Up
Original Antique Chinese 8 Day Fusee Mother Pear Inlaid Rosewood Bracket Clock
Located in Danville, CA
day fusee chain driven wind up mechanism
FUNCTION: time with quarter striking
SIZE: 17-3/4"H x
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Wind Up
Materials
Bronze
18th Century French Louis XVI Marble
Gilt Bronze Portico Clock C. Bertrand
By Charles Bertrand
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
keyholes to wind up the internal mechanism. The case is open backed revealing the inner workings. Signed
Category
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wind Up
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Antique Kalliope Christmas Tree Stand and Polyphon Music Box
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Christmas tree. This will spin slowly during play. Including a wind-up key and a key to tighten the tree
Category
Early 20th Century German Belle Époque Antique Wind Up
Materials
Beech
Suitcase Gramophone “La Voix de son Maître”
His Master’s Voice
Model HMV 101
By His Masters Voice
Located in Verviers, BE
gramophone France 1920s.
In beautiful condition, suitcase with signs of wear on the outside. With wind-up
Category
1920s French Art Nouveau Antique Wind Up
Materials
Chrome
Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantle Clock
Located in Danville, CA
wind up mechanism
FUNCTION: time with half hour and hour striking
SIZE: 28"H x 12"W
ORIGIN: Japan
Category
Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Wind Up
Materials
Brass
Antique Animated Monk Striking Bell 3 Finial Brass Decorated 8 Day Mantle Clock
Located in Danville, CA
wind up mechanism
FUNCTION: time with hourly striking
SIZE: 27-3/4"H x 11-1/2"W
ORIGIN: Japan
Category
Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Wind Up
Materials
Brass
19th Century Working Travelling Spelter Encased Clock
Located in London, GB
order with its original wind-up mechanism.
Size in inches approx.: H 2.5” x W 1.5” x D 2”
Period
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Wind Up
Materials
Spelter
1900 French Industrial Ferris Wheel Falling Ball Powered Gilt Regulator Clock
Located in Danville, CA
. Unlike traditional wind up or weight driven clock, this unique clock receives its working power from 15
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Wind Up
Materials
Crystal, Bronze, Steel, Enamel, Ormolu
Antique French Gilt Metal Mantle Clock Lamp
Located in London, GB
repairer to check it over. Having said that, we don’t have a key & haven’t even tried to wind it up yet, so
Category
19th Century French Victorian Antique Wind Up
Materials
Onyx
German World War I Sniper Soldier Windup Tin Toy. German, Circa 1920
Located in Incline Village, NV
(see images).
To operate:
wind up the clockwork type mechanism; (with key provided) the winding nut
Category
1920s German Folk Art Antique Wind Up
Materials
Tin
1920s Stunning Art Deco Marble Mantle Clock Garniture
Located in London, GB
a standard 30-hour wind-up movement and the original key and pendulum are included.
Makes a
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Wind Up
Materials
Marble, Chrome
Antique Continental Brooklyn Eagle Case 8K Gold Ladies Pocket Watch
Located in Dayton, OH
/ wind up.
"The Brooklyn Watch Case Company was established in 1869 and incorporated in 1873 in Brooklyn
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Wind Up
Materials
Gold
35 Star Silk American Civil War Flag, WV Statehood, circa 1863-1865
Located in York County, PA
flags of this nature wind up being sold as items of significant value because people are much more
Category
1860s Antique Wind Up
Materials
Silk
35 Star Silk Cavalry Guidon With Gilt-Painted Stars
Located in York County, PA
from wartime use. In today's market, surviving flags of this nature wind up being sold as items of
Category
1860s American Antique Wind Up
R.C.A. Victor - Nipper Sculpture Paperweight Advertising, 1910
By RCA Story
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
picture of Nipper listening intently to a wind-up Edison-Bell cylinder phonograph. Thinking the Edison
Category
1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Wind Up
Materials
Metal
The Dancing Girl, Lead Garden Sculpture, England, 1st Half 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Garden figure of a dancing girl made of lead. The girl is depicted with a scarf, which winds around
Category
Early 20th Century English Antique Wind Up
Materials
Lead
Antique Dining Table Extending Victorian Mahogany 1870
Located in Potters Bar, GB
with Original Castors.
The Table Extends by Way of a Telescopic Wind Out Mechanism to Accept up to 2
Category
1870s Antique Wind Up
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Framed Fashion Engraving
Located in Vista, CA
cobblestone street in a blustery wind bundled up to keep warm. A good amount of pitting to this engraving is
Category
18th Century French Antique Wind Up
Materials
Glass, Paper, Wood
Small French Gasolier Converted for Electricity
Located in New Orleans, LA
chandelier itself is made from bronze and black tole. A winding vine with budding flowers winds itself up the
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Wind Up
Materials
Bronze, Tin
Vintage Singing Bird in a Gilded Cage Automaton C.1930s
Located in San Francisco, CA
you wind her up
The mechanics are in working condition and the bird chirps away and her body moves
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Wind Up
Materials
Metal
Queen Anne Dining Chair Mahogany Extending 12 Seater
Located in Potters Bar, GB
by way of a telescopic wind out mechanism to accept up to 3 extra leaves.
The table will seat 10 - 12
Category
Early 1900s Queen Anne Antique Wind Up
Materials
Mahogany
Irish Extending Dining Table Mahogany 1850 14 Seater
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Top of The Table Being of an Oval Construction.
The Table Extends by way of a Telescopic Wind Out
Category
1850s Antique Wind Up
Materials
Mahogany
Giant Victorian Dining Table Seats 24 by Samuel Hawkins 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
by Way of a Telescopic Action with a Double
Wind Out Mechanism to Accept up to 8 Extra Leaves to Give
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Wind Up
Materials
Mahogany
Original Antique Poster Outing Bicycle Number June 1896 Cyclist Dog Moon Artwork
Located in London, GB
wind as she glides down a hill with a dog running after her, the light on her bicycle shining on the
Category
1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Wind Up
Materials
Paper
Victorian Certified Carved Natural Jadeite Jade
Rose Cut Diamonds Brooch
Located in London, GB
against the winds. The rose cut diamonds capture the essence of the engraving as glimmers on the ends of
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Wind Up
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Silver
Chippendale Dining Table Extending Mahogany 10 Seater
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Circa 1900
The table extends by way of a telescopic wind out action to accept up to 4 extra leaves
Will
Category
Early 1900s Chippendale Antique Wind Up
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century English Folk Art Metal Sheet Hand Painted Bird Scare Rocker
Located in London, GB
would have been sat on poles in crop fields and flower beds and would have rocked when the wind picked
Category
1910s British Folk Art Antique Wind Up
Materials
Sheet Metal
18th-19th Century Antique Saw Clock, Southern Germany
Located in Greven, DE
.
However, the clock offered here is a rare version of the ascending saw watch. To wind it up, it must be
Category
Early 19th Century German Antique Wind Up
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Lambert
Jumeau French Doll Automaton "Marquesita", music and 3 movements
By Lambert et Fils
Located in Valladolid, ES
box on which it is presented.
Only the oldest automata have a key to wind them up.
It has the initial
Category
1890s French Napoleon III Antique Wind Up
Materials
Iron
Early 20th century classic screen with auspicious trees and shrubs
Located in Fukuoka, JP
tree has the unique ability to withstand harsh winds and up to subzero temperatures. In Japanese
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Wind Up
Materials
Gold Leaf
French Fauvist Oil on Canvas Landscape to the Water View from Seyssaud
s Atelier
By René Seyssaud
Located in Cotignac, FR
the South of France where the iconic Mistral wind has given a wonderful freshness to everything. In
Category
Early 20th Century Impressionist Antique Wind Up
Materials
Canvas, Oil
“Coming Storm, Cape May”
1880
Seascape Painting by Prosper Senat
By Prosper Louis Senat
Located in Shippensburg, PA
winds pick up pace. The reflected sunlight on the clouds in the forefront is quickly disappearing as
Category
19th Century American Antique Wind Up
Materials
Canvas, Paint
Vintage Toy, Wind up Bird Toy
Located in Roma, IT
Wind up bird toy is a vintage wind up mechanical toy representing a multi-color bird.
Tin made
Category
Early 20th Century European Antique Wind Up
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mechanical Hand-Painted Wind-Up Duck on Bike
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage style mechanical tin metal wind-up duck on bike.
In good working order
This vintage style
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Folk Art Antique Wind Up
Materials
Metal
Pair of Original Painted Wind Up Tin Toy Drum Majors
By Wolverine Suppy and MFG. CO
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of large 14" tall tin wind up toy drum majors are made by Wolverine Supply Mfg. Company
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Wind Up
Original Vintage Toy, Wind up RG Car, Made in France, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
This Wind up RG Car is an original vintage toy.
Vintage wind up toy car.
Made in France by RG
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Wind Up
Materials
Metal
Antique Victorian George Brown School Tin Wind-Up Cat Toy Circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian wind up toy in the manner of George Brown offers tin construction in the form
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Wind Up
Materials
Tin
Art Deco Marble
Onyx Wind Up Desk Clock by DEP of France
By DEP
Located in San Diego, CA
Super cool and rare art deco marble and onyx wind up desk clock with alarm by DEP of France, circa
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Wind Up
Materials
Onyx, Marble, Metal
Original Vintage Toy, Wind up J.M.L. Car, Made in France, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
This Wind up J.M.L. Car is an original vintage mechanical toy.
Made in France by J.M.L
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Wind Up
Materials
Metal
Vintage Japanese Wind Up Tin Elephant, circa 1970
Located in San Francisco, CA
. Found in Japan.
Made in China for the Japanese market.
Works well. Wind it up and watch it walk
Category
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Wind Up
Materials
Tin
"Santa Claus Walking" Wind-Up Toy, circa 1890
Located in Incline Village, NV
This rare and all original walking Santa Claus clockwork toy was manufactured in about 1890 and is probably of French manufacture, due to the lead feet and hand painted composition h...
Category
Late 19th Century French Folk Art Antique Wind Up
Materials
Composition, Lead
Columbia No.120 Mahogany Table Top Wind-Up Gramophone
Located in Prato, IT
England, early 1900s
Solid mahogany
The exterior has been repolished with a pad, spirit and shellac.
With fins for sound amplification
Complete with album discs with title index ...
Category
Early 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Wind Up
Materials
Mahogany
Mechanical Wind Up Ingraham Desk Small Ball Clock, circa 1900
Located in Van Nuys, CA
unit. Mechanical pocket watch design ball clock, wind the winding knob for running the small clock
Category
Early 1900s Antique Wind Up
Materials
Brass
Tiffany
Co Pocket Watch 18K Yellow Gold Hunter Manual Hand Wind Up
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Puyallup, WA
movement is a manual wind, Swiss, and Tiffany & Co. The case measures 34mm wide. The watch serial number is
Category
1890s Antique Wind Up
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1915 B&R Co. Charlie Chaplin Tin Litho Wind-Up Figure Toy
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Early tin windup Charlie Chaplin, with cast iron shoes. Vintage collectable for the toy enthusiast.
Tin-litho, or tin-lithography, is a manufacturing process where designs and imag...
Category
Early 20th Century German Folk Art Antique Wind Up
Materials
Metal, Tin
Early 19th Century Metronome De Maelzel
Located in Denton, TX
Early 19th century antique Metronome De Maelzel
This one has a clock spring inside that you wind
Category
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Wind Up
Materials
Metal
New Haven Figural Cherub Clock, 19th Century
By New Haven Clock Company
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
19th Century New Haven Figural Cherub Clock
Porcelain dial and gilt metal wind-up American clock
Category
19th Century American Antique Wind Up
Jointed 20th Century Hump Back Mohair Bear
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th century mohair hump back jointed bear with a wind up inside the bear. The pats are leather and
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Wind Up
Materials
Mohair
Tortoise Sculpture Silver Table Bell
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
A rare and desirable wind-up turtle novelty silver bell. Both the shell and base are both silver
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Wind Up
Materials
Sterling Silver
Working 1903 Edison Standard Cylinder Phonograph Manual Hand Crank
By Thomas Edison
Located in New York, NY
with manual wind up crank and horn. This can be seen at our 333 West 52nd St location in the Theater
Category
Early 1900s American Machine Age Antique Wind Up
Materials
Metal, Brass
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique wind up you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every antique wind up was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique wind up — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each antique wind up bearing Folk Art, Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique wind up that is appealing in its simplicity, but Pulver Company Inc. and Wolverine Suppy and MFG. CO produced versions that are worth a look.
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Prices for an antique wind up start at $60 and top out at $6,449 with the average selling for $267.
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- Do I have to wind a Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, you don’t have to wind a Rolex watch as long as you are wearing it regularly. Rolex watches feature a Perpetual rotor that collects energy from the wrist’s movement and converts it into power for the watch. Browse a collection of expertly authenticated Rolex watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How does a wind-up toy work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How a wind-up toy works relies on a part called a torsion spring. When you turn the knob or key, tension builds up on the torsion spring. When you stop winding, the accumulated energy sets an inner gear in motion that powers the movement of the toy. Find a collection of antique and vintage wind-up toys on 1stDibs.
- How to wind a datejust rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To wind a Rolex Datejust, set the crown notch (located on the right hand side of the face) to position one. To set it to position one, turn the crown counterclockwise to unscrew the crown and pop the crown out one notch. From this position, start to wind the Rolex by turning the crown clockwise. You should feel a bit of tension and hear a soft clicking sound. Browse a wide selection of Rolex Datejust watches on 1stDibs.
- How do I wind a Rolex Datejust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To begin to wind a Rolex Datejust, unscrew the winding crown fully. Then, turn the crown in a clockwise direction at least 25 times for a partial winding. Because the watch self-winds as you move, you usually only need to wind a Rolex Datejust before the first wear or if you let several days pass between wears. You’ll find a large selection of Rolex Datejust watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most Rolex watches use a Perpetual rotor which means that they do not need winding if worn regularly. If you have not worn your watch in some time, you can manually wind it by unscrewing the crown to the winding position and turning it clockwise about 20 times. Make sure to screw the crown back into place after winding to reestablish its waterproof qualities. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- How do I wind a Piaget watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To wind a Piaget watch, pull out the winding crown located on the side. Turn it clockwise until you detect resistance. For a full wind, you will normally need to twist about 20 times. On 1stDibs, find a range of Piaget watches.
- What is a North Wind chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022North Wind chairs feature a mythical figure, such as a fantasy creature or animal, carved into the top back. The chair was meant to protect a space from evil spirits. On 1stDibs, find a selection of North Wind chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How do I wind a banjo clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To wind a banjo clock, insert the key into the winding point. Turn the key in a clockwise fashion until the winding mechanism disengages. If you no longer have the winding key, see an experienced clock repair shop for assistance. You'll find a variety of banjo clocks on 1stDibs.
- How do I wind a Rolex watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To wind a Rolex watch, first fully unscrew the winding crown. Once it is in a raised position, carefully turn the crown clockwise. Most watches require 25 turns for enough winding to begin powering the watch. The instructions included with Rolex watches provide more information about how to wind specific models. Shop a large collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- How do I wind a Rolex Oyster?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To wind a Rolex Oyster, set the crown notch (located on the right hand side of the face) to position one. To set it to position one, turn the crown counterclockwise to unscrew the crown and pop the crown out one notch. From this position, start to wind the Rolex by turning the crown clockwise. You should feel a bit of tension and hear a soft clicking sound. Browse a selection of well-vetted Rolex Oyster watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To wind an Elliott clock, first, find the slot in the back. Insert the key or crank and turn until the winding mechanism doesn't move anymore. Avoid forcing the mechanism any further to prevent damage. On 1stDibs, shop a range of clocks from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are legends and evidence of wind-up toys and sculptures dating back to antiquity, but modern wind-up dolls were being made in large quantities by the 19th century. Shop a collection of antique wind-up toys from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Gone With the Wind lamps are chamber or hurricane lamps. They are characterized by their hand-painted globes with decorative floral motifs. Shop a collection of antique Gone With the Wind lamps from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What are wind-up toys called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind-up toys are sometimes called mechanical toys or clockwork toys. The earliest examples date back to 15th-century Germany, where Karel Grod produced a number of mechanical toys. Shop a collection of antique vintage wind-up toys on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To wind a Vacheron Constantin, turn the winding crown clockwise until you sense some resistance. Typically, manual-winding watches require daily winding. You usually won't have to wind a self-winding timepiece unless you do not wear it for a day or two. Shop a range of Vacheron Constantin watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To wind an Ansonia mantel clock, first insert the key into the center winding point, usually found on the back. Then, turn the key clockwise until the winder no longer turns. Repeat the process in the right winding point to set the quarter-hour charm and the left winding point to set the hour strike. You'll find a range of Ansonia clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To manually wind your Patek Philippe watch, locate the crown and rotate it clockwise 30 to 40 times. Stop as soon as you feel resistance to avoid overwinding — this is important, as overwinding can potentially damage your watch. Find an assortment of vintage manual Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How often you need to wind your Patek Philippe watches depends on what type of movement system it has. Normally, you’ll need to wind a mechanically wound watch every morning before you put it on. Self-winding watches receive power from your movements. Unless you don't wear your watch for a period of 36 to 48 hours or more, you should only need to wind it once before you slip it on for the first time. Explore a wide range of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a key wind pocket watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A key-wind pocket watch is a type of portable timepiece produced from the early 19th century through the middle of the 19th century. It features a mechanism that requires regular winding with a device called a winding key. Shop a range of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.
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