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What is a clock spandrel?

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What is a clock spandrel?
The spandrel of a clock is the triangular-shaped space between the top of an arch and the frame on either side. This feature often has decorative elements to create interest on either side. On 1stDibs, find a collection of clocks with spandrels from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Tall Case Clock
Located in Nantucket, MA
English yew wood tall case clock with narrow proportions.
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Antique Early 19th Century British Clocks

English Oak Tall Case Clock
Located in Woodbury, CT
This English, oak tall case clock has an elaborately painted face with both sides of the globe
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Clocks

Materials

Oak

Welsh Oak Tall Case Clock
Located in Woodbury, CT
This tall case clock has a beautifully painted enamel face with a pair of turtle doves featured
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Antique 19th Century British Georgian Clocks

Materials

Oak, Mahogany

English Oak Tall Case Clock
Located in Woodbury, CT
Fancy for a country clock, this particular tall case clock has an impressive dial and mahogany
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Antique 19th Century British Georgian Clocks

Materials

Oak, Mahogany

English Mahogany Tall Case Clock. Circa 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
English mahogany tall case clock with scrolled pediment, brass finials, Corinthian columns, and
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Antique 19th Century British Clocks

19th Century Swedish Tall Case Clock
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A painted tall case clock with arched bonnet and glazed door enclosing a metal dial with Roman
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

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Metal

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