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What are old-fashioned clocks called?
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While there are many varieties of ‘old-fashioned’ clocks, pendulum clocks were the timekeeping favorite of early 1900s households. In their heyday, pendulum clocks used a swinging weight to mark the time. Today, pendulum clocks are beloved for their decorative aesthetic. You’ll find a variety of antique clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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19th Century, French Clock in the Chinoiserie Style
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century, French clock In the Chinoiserie style. An 8 day pendulum movement that bell strikes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Elaborate 19th Century French Clock by T H Re Le Roy
Located in London, GB
An impressive early 19th century French clock by T H re Le Roy, having 8 day striking silk
Category
Antique 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
19th Century French Clock Set
By G. None
Located in Bronx, NY
This vintage 19th century marble & dore' bronze clock set is beautifully designed in a Louis XVI
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Enamel
19th Century French Clock Garniture
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality French bronze and ormolu clock garniture, having bronze cherubs mounted either side
Category
Antique 1860s French Mantel Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Important 19th Century French clock garniture by Deniere.
By Maison Deniere
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A wonderfully impressive 19th Century French gilded ormolu clock garniture, by Deniere of Paris
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks
Materials
Ormolu
19th Century French Clock Set, with Pietra Dura Panels
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality 19th century gilded ormolu Louis XVI style clock garniture. The clock having a
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
