Used Wall Clocks
to
276
4,685
41
247
1,212
3,218
41
444
1,702
811
52
27
80
307
157
361
363
304
171
47
902
781
197
160
120
114
68
51
49
39
37
36
29
23
22
16
16
16
2,899
1,476
1,303
739
631
2,581
2,021
3,262
924
698
668
643
Height
to
Width
to
4,715
4,715
4,715
230
174
167
126
106
Sort By
Huge Grey Industrial Factory Wall Clock from Pragotron, 1960s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This wall clock was produced by Pragotron in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It features a grey metal frame, an iron dial, an aluminium hands and a clear glass cover. The pie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Iron
Green Industrial Square Wall Clock from Pragotron, 1970s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Clock made by Pragotron in former Czechoslovakia during the 1970s
- Was used in factories, schools and railway stations
- Green hammerpaint metal body
- Aluminium dial and ha...
Category
1970s Czech Industrial Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Iron
Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning 1980s sunburst starburst wall clock. Made of some kind of polystyrene foam, gilded, with a china clock. working condition. Will look great on your wall. Nice working conditi...
Category
1970s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Plastic, Polystyrene
German Art Deco wood round wall clock by Kienzle International, 1920s
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in MIlano, IT
German Art Deco wood round wall clock by Kienzle International, 1920s
Wall clock in wood. The round quadrant has a beige background with black numbers, black hands and a glass closur...
Category
1920s German Art Deco Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Glass, Wood
Post Modern Art Time Wall Clock by Nicolai Canetti, 1984
By Canetti
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Nicolai Canetti for Art Time Collection post modern wall clock. White enamel background with reds, yellow, and blues. Sweep second hand. Great design and hard to find! Working condit...
Category
1980s Japanese Post-Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Kite Wall Clock by George Nelson, Howard Miller, Vitra Label
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern kite wall clock by George Nelson, Howard Miller, Vitra Label
George Nelson (American, 1908-1986) Group of Table and Wall Clocks for Howard Miller, Vitra Design...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal, Enamel
H 16.5 in W 21.5 in D 4.25 in
Postmodern Wall Clock, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern Wall Clock, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989.
Additional information:
Materials: Metal, Wood
Color: Black
Styles: Memphis, Postmodern
Item Type: Vint...
Category
20th Century Post-Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
George Nelson Walnut Spike Clock by Howard Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An Nelson walnut and painted white metal body spike clock with color coded minute and hour hands. An early electric model in great working condition , retains the original label and ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Vintage Antique Industrial Wooden Gents of Leicester Wall Clock, c 1930
By Gents of Leicester
Located in London, GB
A wooden cased wall clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1930
Originally designed to fit into a wall recess, the cast brass casing and polished plate glass lens now moun...
Category
Early 20th Century English Industrial Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Brass
Brutalist Wall Clock by Syroco - vintage, mid-century modern. CLOSING SALE
By Syroco
Located in Warrenton, OR
Brutalist Wall Clock by Syroco - vintage, mid-century modern. CLOSING SALE
*****NOTICE: OUR 1ST DIBS SHOP CLOSES AT THE END OF MAY*****
This sculptural mid-century modern Syroco wall...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Other
Rare Extra Small Octagonal Bakelite Wall Clock by Gent of Leicester
By Gents of Leicester
Located in Nottingham, GB
Rare Octagonal Bakelite Wall Clock.
A beautiful art deco style wall clock by renowned British clock maker Gents of Leicester.
Made in England circa 1930.
Gent of Leicester makers ...
Category
1930s British Industrial Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Steel
GMT-MASTER Store Display Wall Clock in Stainless Steel & Green Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
GMT-Master Store Display Wall Clock.
This is a very decorative wall clock depicting the wristwatch. The wall clock has been crafted in Switzerland with parts made up in stainless st...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Enamel, Aluminum
Vintage German Postmodern Wall Clock from Kienzle, 1980s
By Kienzle Clocks
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Postmodern Wall Clock from Kienzle, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark.
Additional information:
Materials: Acryl...
Category
20th Century German Post-Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Acrylic
Vintage Italian Postmodern Wall Clock from Junghans, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Italian Postmodern Wall Clock from Junghans, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark.
Additional information:
Materials: Pla...
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Plastic
Vintage Design Clock with Mustard & Brown Hues by Japy, New Old Stock 1970s
By Japy
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Striking 70s space age clock by Japy France perfectly blending retro futurism with bold visual flair. Featuring a large rectangular frame softened by curvaceous edges, it sports a vi...
Category
1970s French Space Age Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Plastic
H 8.47 in W 11.23 in D 2.56 in
Vintage German Postmodern Wall Clock from Dugena, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Postmodern Wall Clock from Dugena, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark.
Additional information:
Materials: Plast...
Category
20th Century German Post-Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Plastic
Postmodern English Wall Clock from Ziro, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern English Wall Clock from Ziro, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark.
Additional information:
Materials: Metal, Wood
Col...
Category
20th Century British Post-Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Vintage Postmodern German Wall Clock, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Postmodern German Wall Clock, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989.
Additional information:
Materials: Metal, Wood
Color: Black
Styles: Postmodern
Country o...
Category
20th Century German Post-Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Vintage German Postmodern Wall Clock from Staiger, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage German Postmodern Wall Clock from Staiger, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 This piece has an attribution mark.
Additional information:
Materials: Plast...
Category
20th Century German Post-Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Plastic
Swedish Mid-century Modern Wall Clock, Carl Westh design, Genfa Germany
Located in Skien, NO
Bring timeless Scandinavian design into your home with this stunning mid-century modern wall clock from renowned Swedish design Carl Westh. The clock features a bold green patterned ...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Ceramic, Glass, Plastic
H 8.86 in W 8.86 in D 1.58 in
Large Industrial Gents of Leicester Railway Factory Wall Clock. c1920
By Gents of Leicester
Located in London, GB
A trio of industrial wall clocks made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1920
Unusual construction with open back and sides. 15" dials with black frames and brass bezels. Spaded ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Industrial Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Steel
1980s Postmodern Memphis Style Wall Clock by Milano Series
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nailing the iconic energy of the 1980s, this vibrant Memphis style wall clock by Milano Series features bold geometric shapes and bright primary colors and all the playful and irrev...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Glass, Plastic
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 1930s by Mjolby Intarsia in Sweden. New battery movement. The original movement is stil...
Category
1930s Swedish Art Deco Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Softwood
French 19th Century Napoleon III Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Wall Clock
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This 19th century clock is stunning with its diamond shaped rippling clock frame of ebony painted wood. Mother-of-pearl floral and foliate designs are inlaid in differently stained m...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Hardwood, Mahogany, Porcelain, Mother-of-Pearl
Antique Wall Clock with Carved Eagle
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Wall clock with carved Eagle. With carvings and turnings, topped by a floret and an eagle. With an imposing design, with turned lateral columns and carved details at the top, a finia...
Category
Early 20th Century Portuguese Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Vintage Brass Barometer by Barigo Germany, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A stylish pocket watch shaped barometer in a solid brass outer case, silver dial, concave glass front and a showcase mechanical movement. Designed in Germany during the 1960'erne. Th...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Brass
Antique French Empire Style Carved Giltwood Barometer Signed C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique French Empire Style Carved Gilt Wood Barometer, Signed, C1930.
39 1/4" x 15 3/4" x 3 1/2".
A stunning antique French Empire style barometer from circa 1930, featuring ...
Category
Early 20th Century Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Giltwood
Diminutive Art Deco "blue" Neon Spinner Clock.
By Neon Clock Sales Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Diminutive Art Deco "blue" Neon Spinner Clock. . You don't see this size very often.. Wonderful clock,, All original,, working and keeping perfect time.. Classiuc Art Deco Design,
Category
1940s American Art Deco Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Antique European Wall Clock
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Old wall clock. The piece is made of dark wood, with carved details and turned side columns. The upper part features symmetrical decorative elements, including small pillars and a ro...
Category
Early 20th Century Portuguese Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Louis XVI carved and gilded barometer
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A lovely French Louis XVI carved and gilded barometer, c. 1785.
Category
18th Century French Louis XVI Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Wood
Solid Rosewood Welch Gale Drop 5 Dial 6 Hand Complication Calendar Wall Clock
By Welch
Located in Danville, CA
Solid Rosewood Welch Gale Drop 5 Dial 6 Hand Complication Calendar Wall Clock
This is one of the most amazing clock you can find online. It has a smooth high quality solid rosewood ...
Category
1990s American Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Brass
H 31.5 in W 17.5 in D 4.75 in
Antique European Wall Clock
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Wall clock, old. With a classic, carved design, rectangular and robust structure, it features a dial with a light background, black Arabic numerals and beautiful hands. The front gla...
Category
Early 20th Century Portuguese Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Portuguese Wall Clock, Fábrica Reguladora, SARL
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Portuguese wall clock, Fábrica Reguladora, SARL. This watch from the National Watch Factory, Reguladora SARL, Vila Nova de Famalicão, has a wooden structure and a gold dial. It has a...
Category
Early 20th Century Portuguese Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Wall Clock Eos & Diana By Gerhard Malmberg For Mjolby Intarsia
By Mjölby Intarsia
Located in Vienna, AT
An original handcrafted inlaid wall clock "Eos & Diana" with different kind of wood designed by Gerhard Malmberg in the 1930 and manufactured by Mjolby Intarsia in Sweden. New batter...
Category
1930s Swedish Art Deco Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Softwood
Vintage Industrial Double Sided Bakelite Gents of Leicester Hanging Clock, c1940
By Gents of Leicester
Located in London, GB
A double-sided industrial clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1940
12" dials with Bakelite housing, conjoined back to back with metal plate. Gents' iconic hands run on ...
Category
1940s English Industrial Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
H 14.97 in W 14.97 in D 5.12 in
Vintage Ikea Clock, 1990s
By Thomas Eriksson
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage clock realized by Thomas Eriksson for Ikea in 1990s.
Plastic and metal.
Very good condition.
Category
1990s Italian Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Vintage Yellow Citizen Ships Wall Clock, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage Citizen maritime slave clock designed during the 1970s and produced till 1990s. These clocks were used on large Japanese tankers and cargo ships. It features a yellow metal f...
Category
1970s Japanese Industrial Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Chrome, Iron
Vintage George Nelson & Associates Metal Spoke Wall Clock for Howard Miller
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-Century Modern wall clock designed by George Nelson & Associates for Howard Miller Clock Company. Produced in 1955, this piece was named the 'Spoke' clock model no. 2227. Operate...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Steel
Industrial Bakelite Factory Wall Clock from Pragotron, 1960s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This wall clock was produced by Pragotron in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The piece features a brown bakelite frame, white bakelite dial, aluminum hands and a curved clear...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
Circa 1970 German Ship's Wheel Clock & Barometer Set by A. Schatz & Sohne
By Schatz
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1970 ship's wheel clock & barometer set by August Schatz & Sohne, Germany. Royal Mariner clock is running; strikes hours & 1/2 hour; 8-day movement. Brass, mahogany & ebony fin...
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Brass
Large 26" x 26" Art Deco 2-color Hexagon Neon Clock by NEON DISPLAYS INC.
By Neon Products
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large 26" x 26" Art Deco 2-color Hexagon Neon Clock by NEON DISPLAYS INC. ,, Super clean example, Original clock face..Unusual original hands..Not certain ,but the outer neon tube ...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
ATO French Art Deco Wall Clock, 1920
By Léon Hatot
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco wall clock by ATO (Paris), France, 1920. Wood and metal. The frame is made in wood and imitates the metal. Original external adjustment screws. Height 16.5" (42cm), w...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Vintage Industrial Copper Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1930
By Gents of Leicester
Located in London, GB
Beautiful example of the iconic wall clock made in England by renowned electrical manufactures Gents of Leicester. c.1930
The metal casing has been stripped of paint to show the e...
Category
1930s English Industrial Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Copper
Mid-20th Century German Ship's Clock By Schatz
By Schatz
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-20th century ship's clock by Schatz, Germany. handsome brass, mahogany & ebony in the form of a ship's wheel. Bevelled glass set in locking bezel. Double bell strike. Runs 8 days...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Brass
Mid Century German Iron Wall Clock
Located in Malibu, CA
Vintage European hand-wrought iron wall clock with blonde gold accents. German clockworks. Newly painted by Fleur de Lex in soft white with gilt Roman numerals.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Brass, Iron, Sheet Metal
Seldom Seen Art Deco Neon Hexagon Clock, 'The Electric Clock Co. Cleveland
By Cleveland Clock Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
By far. one of the best examples I have ever owned!!! Unmolested, totally original, 1930s Art Deco 2-color neon clock, manufactured by The Electric Clock Company, Clevland Ohio,Trul...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal, Steel
Wicker Basket Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This rare wicker “Basket” wall clock, designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller, is a standout example of mid-century modern innovation and organic design. Featuring a woven wicker...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Vintage Wall Clock by Krups - Iconic 70s Space Age Design in Green
By Krups
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Experience the iconic design of the Seventies with this space age wall clock by Krups, made in West Germany in November 1973.
Featuring a round green dial framed in beige with dist...
Category
1970s German Space Age Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Gilded Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning original 1960s sunburst starburst wall clock. Featuring beautiful wood and composition sunburst surrounding illustrating perfectly the mood of the decade. It is in very good...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Composition, Metal
Seth Thomas, American Wall Clock, 19th Century
By Seth Thomas Clock Company
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Rosewood wall clock, decorated with a mirror and a bird painted with the technique of fixed under glass in the lower part.
It bears the manufacturer's labels Seth Thomas, Eight da...
Category
19th Century American American Classical Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Wood
Vintage German Wall Clock from Palmtag, 1950s
By Jakob Palmtag
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This industrial factory wall clock was manufactured by Jakob Palmtag of Schwenningen in Germany during the 1950s. It features an iron chrome plated frame, an iron dial and an alumin...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Industrial Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
Antique French Napoleon III Portico Clock, 19th century
Located in Roma, IT
Antique French Napoleon III "Portico" clock and pendulum. Inlaid wood, metal and bronze.
Very good and working condition.
Category
19th Century Italian Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal, Bronze
19th Century French Tôle Wall Clock
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Decorated with finely detailed gilt foliate and bird motifs, this 19th century French tôle wall clock features a domed face with Roman numerals and ornate hands. The black lacquered ...
Category
19th Century French Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
1980s Black Postmodern Wall Clock by Chass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a vibrant 1980s touch of class, this 'Chass' Postmodern Wall Clock features a black case and face, pastel numbers, geometric accents, and an asymmetrical hand arrangement. Remin...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Plastic
Vintage Green Seiko Ships Wall Clock, 1970s
By Seiko
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage Seiko maritime slave clock designed during the 1970s and produced till 1990s. These clocks were used on large Japanese tankers and cargo ships. It features a light green meta...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Industrial Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Iron
18th century Swedish turret clock face and movement Rosendal palace
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we offer you the chance to own a unique piece of history circa 1787.
Here is a turret clock face and most of the movement reclaimed from rosendal palace in sweden.
'rosendal p...
Category
Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Revival Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Iron, Lead
Space Age Design Clock with Cream & Brown Hues by Japy of France, 1970s
By Japy
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
This 70s vintage clock by Japy France exudes retro charm with its black, brown and cream color scheme. Featuring a rectangular frame with curved details, it captures the essence of m...
Category
1970s French Space Age Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Plastic
H 8.47 in W 11.23 in D 2.56 in
Incredible Carved Wood and Gesso Gilded Winged Angels and Rooster Cartel Clock
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous clock. The clock features a gorgeous carved walnut and gesso frame and is signed inside the movement. The gilded birds and winged angels are absolutely beautiful a...
Category
1920s French Belle Époque Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Porcelain, Gesso, Glass, Walnut
H 38 in W 20 in D 9 in
Vintage Smoked Lucite Vision Pendulum Wall Clock by Seth Thomas
By Seth Thomas Clock Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A mid-century modern smoked lucite wall clock by Seth Thomas, likely from the 1970s. The clock has a brass face and pendulum, black and red hands, and black numbers.
In good vintag...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Black Postal Telegraph Clock c.1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An Art Deco "Postal Telegraph Synchronous Electric Time" clock with a painted silver metal body, glass front with chrome rim, black lettering with a red second hand.
The cloc...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Used Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
- 1
- ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Used Wall Clocks", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Used Wall Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of used wall clocks is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct used wall clocks — often made from metal, wood and glass — can elevate any home. Used wall clocks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Art Deco used wall clocks are consistently popular styles. George Nelson, Howard Miller and Pragotron each produced beautiful used wall clocks that are worth considering.
How Much are Used Wall Clocks?
Used wall clocks can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,767, while the lowest priced sells for $113 and the highest can go for as much as $150,000.
Finding the Right Wall Clocks for You
Antique, new and vintage wall clocks have become available over the years in a diverse range of materials, such as wood, metal and glass, as well as styles from mid-century modern to Industrial.
Wall clocks have been designed by acclaimed creators and manufacturers such as Howard Miller Clock Company, Junghans Uhren GmbH, Pragotron and more. The Ball clock and Sunflower clock, which were created by designer Irving Harper in George Nelson’s studio during the mid-century era, are known to design enthusiasts and have become highly collectible over the years.
Whether you want an antique timepiece or one that will match a modern motif, you are sure to find one to suit any home or office decor.
The wall clocks of today have come a long way from the mechanical timepieces that originated in the 14th century. One of the most famous clocks from this era was made by Italian astronomer and physician Giovanni de’ Dondi and took approximately 16 years to complete. By the 17th century, wall clocks were popular luxury objects for the home.
Wall clock choices are not limited to just something that keeps time. A 19th-century bronze cartel clock and barometer set is an elegant addition to a foyer, while a vintage world-map clock allows you to see the time in several locations at once. Cleverly designed clocks have been created for all manner of tastes over the years.
On 1stDibs, you will find wall clocks and other types of antique and vintage clocks from various time periods, from Louis XV to Art Deco, and from all over the world, including Germany, France, the United Kingdom and elsewhere. Bring a touch of class and personality into your living room or dining room with a unique timepiece.
Questions About Used Wall Clocks
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Banjo clocks operate like other clocks but with a unique design. First designed to be a traditional wall clock, due to the elaborate design they evolved to be mantel pieces proudly displayed in the home. In the 1940s, large-scale banjo clocks were made for railroad stations. Shop a collection of banjo clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The infamous elephant clock was primarily used to tell time but was also a status symbol and representation of wealth. Its unique movement received power from running water. You can find a range of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Carriage clocks were used to tell time while traveling during the 19th-century. The clocks were lighter and smaller than timepieces used in homes, making them more portable. After the invention of wristwatches in 1868, carriage clocks became less necessary and gradually faded in popularity. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique carriage clocks.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mercury was used in antique clocks as a pendulum weight. Clockmakers used mercury for its tolerance to changes in heat and assistance in keeping time. Mercury can be found in older clocks, but is not widely used in newer styles. Find a range of vintage timepieces on 1stDibs.
- What is a regulator wall clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A regulator wall clock is a wall-mounted clock invented in the late 18th century. These types of clocks are weight-driven, regulated by a swinging pendulum.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The painting commonly referred to as “Melting Clocks” is oil on canvas. Salvador Dalí painted it in 1931. Its name is actually The Persistence of Memory, and it is one of the Spanish Surrealist artist's most well-known works. Find a collection of Salvador Dalí art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mechanical clocks were used for a variety of reasons in the Middle Ages. The clocks were used to keep track of hours for daily prayers. They also helped monks to calculate solar and lunar eclipses, and also determined feast days with accuracy. On 1stDibs, find a collection of mechanical clocks from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no single best brand of wall clock. When choosing a wall clock, consider the size, style and whether it requires electricity or a battery. On 1stDibs, find a variety of wall clocks from creators like Pragotron, Gents of Leicester and others.
Read More
Kazuyo Sejima’s Flowering Tree Blooms Year-Round
The brilliantly simple design turns a modest bouquet into a major statement.
He Wrote ‘Oedipus Rex,’ but Do You Know What He Looked Like?
The Greek tragedian is said to have been handsome in his day.
Cigar Culture Was Once the Peak of Masculinity. Now, It’s a Compelling Curiosity
Even for those who don’t indulge, elegant smoking accessories and audacious art portraying cigar enthusiasts hold a nostalgic allure.
African Travel Plans on Hold? This Ardmore Leopard Vase Brings the Beauty of the Savanna to You
It’s an excellent example of the sought-after ceramics coming out of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province.
With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Zoë Powell’s Magnolia 05 Vessel Is Handmade from Clay She Unearthed Herself
The free-form stoneware piece is inspired by the magnolia tree and its associations with home.
8 Ways to Breathe New Life into a Space with Plants
The pair behind the Instagram account @houseplantclub share their tips for making any room of the house gloriously green.
Paris Gallerist Sandy Toupenet Gets Fired Up over 20th-Century Ceramics and Inventive New Makers
Her space on the city’s Left Bank mixes mid-century pieces by the likes of Jean Cocteau and Pablo Picasso with whimsical contemporary creations.