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How do I identify my antique clock?
To identify your antique clock, search for markings on the back of its movement or case. Once you have located these marks, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is. From there, you can continue your research to learn more about your clock's age, style and other characteristics. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Find a wide range of antique clocks on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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Rare Mid Century Modern George Nelson Orange Ball Clock Model 4755
Located in Plainview, NY
An original George Nelson ( 1908- 1986) Mid Century Modern Ball Clock model 4755. This iconic clock features a distinctive and modern design with a mid-century aesthetic. The centr...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Le Coultre Atmos 15 Jewels Swiss Shelf Clock Brass Case 9.25 in, x 8.25 in.
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare square face, Le Coultre Atmos 15 Jewels Swiss Shelf Clock. Gold plated brass case that measures 9.25”h x 8.25”w and 6.38”d. Running as it should but we feel it should be taken ...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Mantel Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Ronson 1936 Maltese Art Deco Machine Age Black Clock With Touch Tip Lighter
Located in Miami, FL
A Maltese clock & touch tip lighter designed by Ronson. This is an extremely rare Ronson Maltese clock Touch-Tip lighter. This is a very iconic piece made in 1936 at Newark, New Jer...
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Monumental clock in gilded bronze representing Spartacus
Located in Paris, FR
Monumental clock in gilded and patinated bronze representing Spartacus freed from his chains. Date of manufacture : circa 1850 Working condition, still maintained by the master watch...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Empire Mantel Clock “au Char de l’Amour”, signed Bourez à Paris, circa 1810
Located in Greding, DE
French mantel clock crafted from fire-gilt bronze, featuring a green marble plinth supported by paw feet. Atop the clock sits Cupid, depicted as a charioteer riding a two-horse chari...
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Antique 1810s French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Mantel Clock depicting the Three Arts, France, Mid-19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Bronze clock with a dark blue, spherical clock case with Roman hours and snake-shaped hands. The case is supported by three female personifications of the arts of painting, sculpture...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

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