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Art Deco Acrylic & Chrome Desk Electric Clock by Ferranti, England, C1930
Located in Devon, England
condition for it's age is this totally authentic 1930s clock which originates from England. Made by Ferranti
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Chrome

German Art Deco Burl Walnut Lenzkirch AUG 2 Million Clock, 1930's
By Lenzkirch
Located in New York, NY
German Art Deco Lenzkirch A U G 2 Million burl walnut clock, 1930's Stylish Deco blonde burl
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Large Electric Neon Clock Co. Two -Color Hexagon Rare Nouveau Gold 1930's -40s
By Electric Neon Clock Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large Electric Neon Clock Co. Two -Color Hexagon , Rare Nouveau Gold Outer tube.Clock appears to be
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal, Steel

1930's /40's Art Deco Red Neon Advertizing Clock
By Neon Products
Located in Buffalo, NY
.Classic 1930's /40's Art Deco Red Neon Advertizing Clock. Great style and design.. All original
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1930s Gilded Wood Clock
Located in Paris, FR
1930s carved and gilded wood clock on a marble base, in the style of Jaillot or Dufrêne.
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Vintage 1930s French Clocks

Materials

Marble

1930s Gilded Wood Clock
1930s Gilded Wood Clock
H 16.54 in W 8.67 in D 5.91 in
1930s English Grandmother Clock
Located in Asheville, NC
Encased in oak with a wonderful diamond front, this wonderful clock features Arabic numerals on a
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Vintage 1930s English Clocks

Materials

Silver Plate

1930s English Grandmother Clock
1930s English Grandmother Clock
H 48 in W 9 in D 5 in
Art Deco Large English 1930s Pink Glass and Mirror Mantle Clock
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
In what can only be described as remarkable condition for it's age is this totally authentic 1930s
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Vintage Brown Iron Clock, 1930s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage iron clock was manufactured during the 1930s. The piece has been converted into a
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Early 20th Century European Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Iron

Vintage Brown Iron Clock, 1930s
Vintage Brown Iron Clock, 1930s
H 3.55 in Dm 11.82 in
EXTREMELY RARE JUNGHANS ATO WALL CLOCK Germany 1930's
Located in Barcelona, ES
EXTREMELY RARE JUNGHANS ATO WALL CLOCK Germany 1930's
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Vintage 1930s Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

KIENZLE Art Deco Macassar Ebony and Oak Mantle Clock
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Chicago, IL
1930s Art Deco mantle clock by Keinzle, one of the top clock manufacturers in Germany during the
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Chinoiserie decorated Mantel clock circa 1930s
By Maple & Co.
Located in Dereham, GB
Chinoiserie decorated Mantel clock circa 1930s Cream in colour Top with Scroll shaped pediment
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Vintage 1930s British Chinoiserie Mantel Clocks

Materials

Lacquer

English 1930s Art Deco Blue Glass and Chrome Clock by Enfield
By Enfield Clock Company 1
Located in Devon, England
Stylish 1930s English blue glass clock with chrome accents by Enfield. Ideal size for modern use
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

1930s Modernist Art Deco Mantel Clock
Located in Marseille, FR
1930s modernist Art Deco mantel clock in onyx. Hunter and antelope on the front.
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Marble

1930s Modernist Art Deco Mantel Clock
1930s Modernist Art Deco Mantel Clock
H 11.42 in W 19.69 in D 7.09 in
Very Rare 1930s Art Deco English Smiths 'Mystery Clock'
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this rare Smith mystery clock made by Smith's Electronic Clocks from
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome, Aluminum

Art Deco Very Rare 1930s English Smiths Electric 'Mystery Clock'
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this rare Smith mystery clock made by Smith's Electronic Clocks . The
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Art Deco Iconic Star Burst Wall Clock, By Smiths Clock Makers, England, c1930
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this original 1930's Art Deco wall clock by English clock makers Smiths
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wall Clocks

Materials

Glass, Wood

Black Industrial Factory Wall Clock from Siemens, 1930s
By Siemens
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This wall clock was produced by Siemens in Germany during the 1930s. It features a black metal
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Early 20th Century German Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Iron

Abercrombie & Fitch Clock Art Deco Rear View Mirror Style 1930's
By Abercrombie & Fitch
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Wood, Metal and Glass CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS: 6 Inches Long X 3 Inches Tall X 2 Inches
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal

Shreve & Co. Mixed Metal Art Deco Table Clock, circa 1930's
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
Metal CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENTIONS / SIZE: 5 x 4 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels / 8
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Brock & Co. French Glass Art Deco Boudoir Clock from 1930's
By Brock & Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
Glass and Metal CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 4 3/4 tall x 4 wide x 1 3/4 deep MOVEMENT
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Glass

Art Deco French 1930's Bakelite Clock by Blangy
By Blangy
Located in Devon, England
Very attractive 1930's Art Deco bakelite clock with a very distinctive dial, Blangy clocks always
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Bucherer Stone and Metal Art Deco Desk Clock with Original Dial 1930's
By Bucherer
Located in Long Beach, CA
and Nickel Finished Metal CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 6 Inches X 6 Inches MOVEMENT
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Stone, Nickel

Juvenia New Old Stock Leather Bound "Book Clock" for a Desk 1930's
By Juvenia
Located in Long Beach, CA
little "Book of Hours" clock was produced by the renowned house of Eterna sometime in the 1930's. It is
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Vintage 1930s Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Leather

Asprey London, Art Deco Agate Stone Desk Clock One of One 1930's
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Long Beach, CA
impressive clock looks great on a desk whether it faces you or the other person seated at your desk. Asprey
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Agate

Art Deco Peach Colour Mirror Glass 8 Day Movement Mantle Clock, c1930
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
In the 1930's Smiths high end electric clock with a distinctly Art Deco feel to them. Virtually
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Rare Modernist 1930s Wall Clock 18 Day Movement
By Zenith
Located in Devon, England
Rare 1930s Art Deco Modernist wall clock by Zenith. The case is in Palissandre wood a beautiful
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Marble and Onyx Mantel Clock by Albert Villon for Bayard 1930s
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Villon for Bayard from the 1930s With 2 Leaping Bronzed Deer. Clock is untested
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Spelter

Mantel Clock with a Glass Dome, circa 1930s
Located in Opole, PL
A clock with a glass shade, circa 1930, on a wooden base. The striking, metal casing of the clock
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Vintage 1930s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal

Mantel Clock with a Glass Dome, circa 1930s
Mantel Clock with a Glass Dome, circa 1930s
H 20.48 in W 16.93 in D 7.49 in
Dunhill Stone and Metal Art Deco Zodiacal Clock with an Enamel Dial 1930's
By Dunhill
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stone and Metal CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 5 Inches X 5 Inches MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Stone, Metal

Tiffany & Co. Stone and Metal Desk Clock with Original Dial and Hands, 1930's
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Nickle, Brass, Stone CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 12 Length X 17 Diameter MOVEMENT
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Stone, Brass, Nickel

Wall Clock By Mjolby Intarsia From The Late 1930s
By Mjölby Intarsia
Located in Vienna, AT
An original handcrafted inlaid wall clock with different kind of wood manufactured in the late
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Wall Clocks

Materials

Softwood

Gubelin Stone and Metal Art Deco Table Clock with Cherubic Hand Made Dial 1930's
By Gubelin
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: Stone & Metal CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 5 Inches X 5 Inches 2 Inches Tall MOVEMENT
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Stone, Metal

Wall Clock by Mjolby Intarsia from the Late 1930s
By Reimers Möbler Mjolby
Located in Vienna, AT
An original handcrafted inlaid Swedish wall clock attributed to Mjolby Intarsia. New battery
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Wall Clocks

Materials

Softwood

Longines Gilded Brass Art Deco 8 Day Desk Clock with Power Reserve From 1930's
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
1930's. It is easily one of the finest high quality clocks ever made in Switzerland. The movement is
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Pink Glass & Brass Mantle Clock by Smiths Clock Makers, circa 1930
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
Original 1930's pink / lilac glass clock by the English clock makers Smiths. Beautiful coloured
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

J.E. Caldwell by Mimo Deco Asian Themed Enameled Pocket Desk Clock circa 1930's
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 14kt Yellow Gold and Kiln Fired Enamel CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 1.25 X 1.50
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Shreve & Co. Small Leather Bedside Alarm Clock, 1930s
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
leather desk or bedside alarm clock in a beautifully stitched frame. The piece is entirely hand made and
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Leather

1930s Shreve and Company Art Deco Desk Clock
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
impressive Art Deco clock has been beautifully restored and all of the steel has been re-blued. The original
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Gubelin of Switzerland Art Deco Desk Clock, circa 1930s
By Gubelin
Located in Long Beach, CA
: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 3 1/2" X 3 1/2" X 2 1/2" MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels DIAL
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Rare Art Deco Bulle Glass Clock, Signed P.M.Favre, 1930s
Located in London, GB
A Art Deco modernist Bulle clock by P.M.Favre. One of the first battery operated clocks of the 1930
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Vintage 1920s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Glass

French Art Deco Marble Onyx Mantel Clock with Gazelles Signed Ucra 1930s
Located in Miami, FL
French Art Deco Marble Onyx Mantel Clock with Gazelles Signed Ucra 1930s Offered for sale is a
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Onyx, Metal

Shreve & Co. Art Deco Stone Clock by Zenith, circa 1930s
By Shreve & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
and Gilt Bronze CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 5 Inches Tall MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Antique art deco marble Onyx mantle clock by Reid & Sons, circa 1930s
By Reid and Sons
Located in Houston, TX
Onyx mantle clock by Reid & Sons, circa 1930s. I am unsure if this clock works. 7.5” H x 7” W x 3
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Onyx

Art Deco French Pink Glass Clock Original 1930's 8-Day by Jaz
By Jaz
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco French pink glass 'Jaz' 8-day clock. Pink glass with silver numerals and hands and metal
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Table Clock by Jaeger-LeCoultre Ghiso, Rare, 1930s
By Ghiso, Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Art Deco table / desk / mantel clock. We've had this Art Deco beauty fully serviced by an
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal

1930s "Torchon" Venini Twisted Murano Glass Art Deco Table Clock
By Venini
Located in Brescia, IT
Twisted murano glass frame with silver detail. Junghans hand-wound watch. Nickel brass base. Perfect working order. Perfect condition.
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Murano Glass

Gubelin Lucerne Art Deco Stone and Bronze Table Clock, circa 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stone and bronze. Circa / Year: 1930's. Dimensions / Size: 5.25 Inches X 6.5 Inches or 13.5mm X 16.5mm
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Stone, Bronze

1930s E. Gubelin Watch Company Art Deco Stone Manually Wound Table Clock
By Gubelin
Located in Long Beach, CA
later Renaissance Period table clocks. This 1930's example was produced by E. Gubelin in Lucerne
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Stone

1930s Art Deco Clock by Blangy, France
By Blangy
Located in Devon, England
One of my personal favourite makers of French clocks is this clock by Blangy. The stylized numerals
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

1930s Art Deco Clock by Blangy, France
1930s Art Deco Clock by Blangy, France
H 4.73 in W 5.71 in D 2.76 in
Art Deco 1930's Regulator
Located in Amersham, GB
made with blued steel screws. The clock even has it’s own original hand cut spanner for undoing the
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Vintage 1930s Scottish Art Deco Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Brass, Steel

Art Deco 1930's Regulator
Art Deco 1930's Regulator
H 77.96 in W 14.18 in D 10.24 in
French Art Deco Table Clock in Shagreen, 1930s
Located in Milan, IT
Amazing original rare French Art Deco table clock in shagreen, 1930s.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Shagreen

Art deco Table Clock and Lamp 1930s Germany
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Art Deco table Clock Lamp .Chrome with Red details . Good working Clock and lamp
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Art deco Table Clock and Lamp 1930s  Germany
Art deco Table Clock and Lamp 1930s  Germany
H 11.82 in W 9.85 in D 5.52 in
Art Deco Smiths Sectric Rose Glass Mirror Electric Mantle Clock, English, C1930
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Devon, England
markers Art Deco Clock. Remarkable condition for it's age is this totally authentic 1930s Art Deco style
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Modernist 1930s Chrome and Bakelite Clock
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very stylish modernist English electric clock. These clocks are
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

1930s E. Gubelin Art Deco Desk Clock in the Asian Chinese Style
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: E. Gubelin, Lucerne Switzerland STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco, Desk Clock MOVEMENT
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Precious Stone

Tiffany & Co. Art Deco French Made Hammered Brass and Gilt Desk Clock, 1930s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 11" wide X 16" tall MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / 15 Jewels
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

J.E.Caldwell & Co. Art Deco Desk Clock circa 1930s with Engraved Dial
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Nickel Finish CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 8 Inch Square MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Nickel

1930s Art Deco Table Clock With Rosaline Glass And Art Deco Typical Numerals
Located in Ulm, DE
Table / desk clock on wooden base Rosaline colored glass dial with Art Deco typical numerals
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Glass, Wood

1930s French Art Deco Table Clock in Red Parchment
Located in Milan, IT
1930s Original French Art Deco Table Clock in Red Parchment, It works perfectly.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Wood

J.W. Benson Nickel Finished Nautical Desk Clock with 2 Enamel Dials from 1930s
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Nickel Finished CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 3.5 Inches Wide & 5.5 Inches Tall / 9cm X 14cm
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Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass, Other

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1930s Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of 1930s clocks for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct 1930s clocks — often made from metal, glass and wood — can elevate any home. 1930s clocks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. 1930s clocks made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with industrial — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many 1930s clocks are appealing in their simplicity, but JAZ, Kienzle Clocks and Bayard produced popular 1930s clocks that are worth a look.

How Much are 1930s Clocks?

Prices for 1930s clocks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 1930s clocks begin at $100 and can go as high as $185,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,500.
Questions About 1930s Clocks
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    The difference between a grandmother clock and a granddaughter clock is height. A grandmother clock is a longcase clock that is usually around 60 to 72 inches tall, while a granddaughter clock is one that is 36 to 60 inches high. Both are shorter than a grandfather clock, which typically measures 73 to 90 inches in height. Explore a diverse assortment of grandmother and granddaughter clocks on 1stDibs.
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    A sunburst clock is a wall clock that features a round face surrounded by spokes of wood or metal. This design resembles a shining sun. George Nelson Associates gets credit for designing the first one for the Howard Miller Clock Company in 1950, but many other creators have introduced their own versions over the years. Shop a collection of sunburst clocks on 1stDibs.
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    An Elliott clock is a clock produced by the company J.J. Elliott, Ltd. The clockworks was based in London and patented a unique tubular bell system for their pieces in 1884. In 1924, the company stopped producing clocks. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Elliott clocks.
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    A pendulum in a clock is a swinging weight that is used as the timekeeping element in the clock. An antique pendulum clock is considered a timeless fixture in homes today, a hugely popular decorative piece for your living room or dining room. Shop a collection of pendulum clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A perpetual clock is one that never requires winding or a battery change to accurately track the time and sometimes also the date. Instead, the clock relies on a gas-filled capsule that shrinks and expands in response to temperature fluctuations to power its movement. On 1stDibs, find a range of perpetual clocks.
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    A regulator clock is a generic term used for a wall-mounted clock that is weight-driven by a pendulum. On 1stDibs, you can find a great collection of vintage and modern clocks to choose from.
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    An anniversary clock is a table clock that only requires winding roughly once every 400 days. As a result, people sometimes wind them once per year on their wedding anniversaries to celebrate the occasion. Shop a selection of anniversary clocks on 1stDibs.
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    A travel clock is a compact clock that folds flat to be packed in luggage. Some travel clocks have more than one face, allowing you to keep track of the time at home and in your current location. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of travel clocks.
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    Chess clocks are used primarily to make sure that a player does not overly delay the game. By keeping track of the time spent for each player's move, the total time is tracked.
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    The original elephant clock designed by Ismail al-Jazari is no longer in existence. However, a larger scale reproduction is on display at the Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Shop a variety of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
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    A mechanical clock is made with an oscillating mechanism that marks the passing time. An escapement counts its beats. The first mechanical clock was made out of iron, and was first seen in medieval Europe. You’ll find a collection of mechanical clocks from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 16, 2024
    What the rarest clock is today will owe to a particular model's presence on the market. The rarest and most sought-after clocks in the world include those created by Patek Philippe, Waltham Watch Company, Cartier, Hermle, E. Howard & Co. and Thomas Tompion.

    If a given model designed by one of these manufacturers is scarce, this attribute will be critical to determining its value providing there is demand for it. While other factors are at play when it comes to value, scarcity is important in the world of collectibles.

    Clocks designed in recent decades may be worth more than their older counterparts if fewer of the former are on the market. For example, an antique clock manufactured in a large quantity, even if it is an exceptionally decorative object adorned with gilt bronze flowers and tortoiseshell elements, may be worth far less than a one-of-a-kind vintage clock owing entirely to rarity and demand.

    A table clock designed by prestigious English clockmaker Thomas Tompion for Queen Mary in 1693 was sold at auction for more than $2 million in 2019, while a clock named the Duc d'Orléans Breguet Sympathique, designed by the Swiss house of Breguet in the 1830s, fetched $6.8 million at auction in 2012. There are an estimated 12 Sympathiques in existence.

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    The Atlas clock is a famed clock mounted outside of the Tiffany & Co. store in New York. Tiffany & Co. have since created an Atlas line of watches inspired by this famous clock and legendary Greek figure. Shop a collection of authentic Atlas watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Clocks may be mechanical, electric, pendulum, quartz or atomic.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Junghans clock is a timekeeping device made by Junghans Uhren GmbH, a German manufacturer. Erhard Junghans founded the company in Schramberg, Germany on April 15, 1861, and it remains in business to the present day. Shop a variety of Junghans clocks on 1stDibs.
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    The chime on a clock is the tune that it plays at specific time intervals. A clock may chime on the hour, or more frequently to mark shorter time increments. Shop for a variety of clocks from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    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.

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