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Albert Baillon Bronze Dorè Architects Winding Clock
Albert Baillon Bronze Dorè Architects Winding Clock

Albert Baillon Bronze Dorè Architects Winding Clock

By Jean-Baptiste Albert Baillon III

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Very handsome moulded bronze dorè mantel clock, glass door covered dial with roman numerals and numbered quarter hour points, reverse door with interior pierced cover plate and signe...

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Mid-18th Century French Antique Architect Tools

Quality Antique Drawing Instrument Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Riefler
Quality Antique Drawing Instrument Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Riefler

Quality Antique Drawing Instrument Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Riefler

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a quality antique drawing instrument set. A German, architect's or cartographer's tool case by Riefler, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.

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Early 20th Century German Antique Architect Tools

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Nickel

Persian Ornament Designs – Islamic Architectural Patterns, Plate XXI, ca.1890
Persian Ornament Designs – Islamic Architectural Patterns, Plate XXI, ca.1890

Persian Ornament Designs – Islamic Architectural Patterns, Plate XXI, ca.1890

Located in Langweer, NL

The plate was lithographed by Laugier and printed by Firmin-Didot et Cie in Paris, indicating it comes from a high-quality French publication such as *L'Ornement Polychrome* by Augus...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Architect Tools

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Paper

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18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F
18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F

18th Century Forged Steel Masonic Compass – A Rare Tool of Master Builders and F

Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR

Features: Period: 18th century Material: Forged steel with a naturally aged patina Dimensions: 41.5 cm x 3 cm x 1.5 cm (16.34 inches x 1.18 inches x 0.59 inches) Historical Use: A pr...

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Mid-18th Century French Antique Architect Tools

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Iron

Pair of Masonic Order Plaques Shaped like Classical Columns English circa 1910
Pair of Masonic Order Plaques Shaped like Classical Columns English circa 1910

Pair of Masonic Order Plaques Shaped like Classical Columns English circa 1910

Located in Houston, TX

One column features a compass spread to its full width laid over an inverted square rule. These tools from the architect trade both create something different, the compass a circle w...

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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Revival Antique Architect Tools

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Wood

Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Architect's Drawing Tools, Edwardian
Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Architect's Drawing Tools, Edwardian

Antique Cased Draughtsman's Set, English, Architect's Drawing Tools, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique cased draughtsman's set. An English, desktop collection of silver nickel, celluloid and brass drawing tools, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Delight...

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Early 20th Century British Antique Architect Tools

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Nickel

Portrait of an Architect with his Tools and Drawings, Oil on Canvas, Sign. 1798
Portrait of an Architect with his Tools and Drawings, Oil on Canvas, Sign. 1798

Portrait of an Architect with his Tools and Drawings, Oil on Canvas, Sign. 1798

Located in Stockholm, Stockholm

Portrait of an Architect at His Desk, 1798 Oil on canvas, relined. Signed “C A Lorentzen 1798.” The composition depicts an architect seated at his desk, surrounded by drawings and pa...

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1790s Old Masters Antique Architect Tools

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Canvas, Oil

Athena and the Arts, Bronze, Marble, Signed 'Claudel' and Dated '1888'
Athena and the Arts, Bronze, Marble, Signed 'Claudel' and Dated '1888'

Athena and the Arts, Bronze, Marble, Signed 'Claudel' and Dated '1888'

Located in Madrid, ES

At the base, worked resembling clouds, two naked children are placed accompanied by a series of objects (bust, painter's palette with brushes, books, sculptor and architect's tools, ...

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Late 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Architect Tools

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Marble, Bronze

Freemason Civil War Era Pennant Flag, Hand-Cut and Sewn, 1859-1865
Freemason Civil War Era Pennant Flag, Hand-Cut and Sewn, 1859-1865

Freemason Civil War Era Pennant Flag, Hand-Cut and Sewn, 1859-1865

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

The symbol shows the architect’s tools joined together with a “G” at the center.

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1860s American Antique Architect Tools

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Fabric

Cartographer's Set, English, Architect, Draughtsman, AG Thornton, circa 1920
Cartographer's Set, English, Architect, Draughtsman, AG Thornton, circa 1920

Cartographer's Set, English, Architect, Draughtsman, AG Thornton, circa 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Fascinating early 20th century instrument case Displaying a desirable aged patina Silver nickel tools in very good order Presented within a dark brown carry case Comprising 12 ...

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Early 20th Century British Antique Architect Tools

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Nickel

19th Century English Mahogany and Leather Top Architect's Style Desk
19th Century English Mahogany and Leather Top Architect's Style Desk

19th Century English Mahogany and Leather Top Architect's Style Desk

Located in Richmond, VA

19th century English mahogany and leather top architect's style desk with inset tooled leather lift top, adjustable easel support, one-drawer under fixed drawer, ring-turned legs an...

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19th Century English Antique Architect Tools

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Leather, Mahogany

Antique Cartographer's Set, English, Architect, Draughtsman Tool Case, Edwardian
Antique Cartographer's Set, English, Architect, Draughtsman Tool Case, Edwardian

Antique Cartographer's Set, English, Architect, Draughtsman Tool Case, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Fascinating early 20th century instrument case Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout Silver nickel tools in very good, working order Presented within a textured carry case...

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Early 20th Century British Antique Architect Tools

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Nickel

19th Century French Plaster Sculpture Chateau Castle Model
19th Century French Plaster Sculpture Chateau Castle Model

19th Century French Plaster Sculpture Chateau Castle Model

By French House & Garden

Located in Valladolid, ES

Architectural models, like most scale representations, are used as a communication and study tool, since the architect, as well as the owner-promoters, can thus get a true idea of ??

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1890s French Baroque Antique Architect Tools

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Plaster

Antique Edwardian White Diamond Masonic Gold Medallion
Antique Edwardian White Diamond Masonic Gold Medallion

Antique Edwardian White Diamond Masonic Gold Medallion

Located in Sale, Cheshire

Both the square and compasses are architect's tools and are used in Masonic ritual as emblems to teach symbolic lessons.

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Architect Tools

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Large Antique Diamond Masonic Gold Compass Incredibly Hand-Engraved
Large Antique Diamond Masonic Gold Compass Incredibly Hand-Engraved

Large Antique Diamond Masonic Gold Compass Incredibly Hand-Engraved

Located in Palm Beach, FL

The Masonic compass is one of the architect's tools and is used in Masonic ritual as an emblem to teach symbolic lessons.

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1920s Art Deco Antique Architect Tools

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Diamond, 14k Gold

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Located in St Annes, Lancashire

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1810s English Palladian Antique Architect Tools

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Antique Cartographer's Instrument Set, English, Surveyor's Tool Case, circa 1920
Antique Cartographer's Instrument Set, English, Surveyor's Tool Case, circa 1920

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Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique cartographer's instrument set. An English, silver nickel surveyor's tool case, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. An attractive early 20th century se...

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Early 20th Century British Antique Architect Tools

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$8,250

H 25.5 in W 13.5 in D 6 in

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Bronx, NY

This vintage Tiffany & Co. French bronze clock dates from the late 19th century (1896). It is elaborately designed in the style of Louis XV & exhibits a meticulous detailed casting w...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Architect Tools

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Bronze, Enamel

19th Century Watchmaker's Precision Tool
19th Century Watchmaker's Precision Tool

19th Century Watchmaker's Precision Tool

$1,950

H 10.75 in W 22.75 in D 11.75 in

19th Century Watchmaker's Precision Tool

Located in Norwalk, CT

This is a wonderful piece of 19th century historical memorabilia.

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19th Century European Antique Architect Tools

Indian-Persian, French antique 19th century Racinet art design lithograph print
Indian-Persian, French antique 19th century Racinet art design lithograph print

Indian-Persian, French antique 19th century Racinet art design lithograph print

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

'Indian-Persian - Indo-Persian - Indisch-Persisch' Late 19th century interior design chromolithograph, from Racinet’s ‘L’Ornement Polychrome’, 1887. Published in Paris. Albert Raci...

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Late 19th Century French School Antique Architect Tools

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Lithograph

Large Vintage Pantagraph, English, Brass, Scientific Mapping Instrument
Large Vintage Pantagraph, English, Brass, Scientific Mapping Instrument

Large Vintage Pantagraph, English, Brass, Scientific Mapping Instrument

$988Sale Price|20% Off

H 4.14 in W 33.47 in D 7.29 in

Large Vintage Pantagraph, English, Brass, Scientific Mapping Instrument

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a large vintage pantagraph. An English, brass scientific mapping instrument, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950. Fascinating scale and mechanical interest Displays a...

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Mid-20th Century English Antique Architect Tools

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Brass

Vintage French Bronze Mantel Clock, 1950s Mid-Century Decor
Vintage French Bronze Mantel Clock, 1950s Mid-Century Decor

Vintage French Bronze Mantel Clock, 1950s Mid-Century Decor

Located in Bastogne, BE

Add a touch of timeless French sophistication to your interior with this magnificent vintage bronze mantel clock. Dating back to 1950s France, this piece captures the elegance and g...

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1950s French Antique Architect Tools

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Bronze

Moorish Tile Patterns – Islamic Geometric Motifs, Plate XXIX, circa 1890
Moorish Tile Patterns – Islamic Geometric Motifs, Plate XXIX, circa 1890

Moorish Tile Patterns – Islamic Geometric Motifs, Plate XXIX, circa 1890

Located in Langweer, NL

Moorish Tile Patterns – Islamic Geometric Motifs, Plate XXIX Description: This exquisite chromolithograph titled "MAURESQUE" (Moorish), Plate XXIX, presents a stunning collection of...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Architect Tools

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Paper

Original Antique Print of Archaeological Excavations by Bertuch, c. 1800
Original Antique Print of Archaeological Excavations by Bertuch, c. 1800

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Located in Langweer, NL

Original Antique Print of Archaeological Excavations by Bertuch, c. 1800 Original antique copper engraving depicting archaeological excavations and newly uncovered ancient architect...

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Early 1800s German Neoclassical Antique Architect Tools

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Paper

19th Century Old Brass Travel Clock, Alarm Clock
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19th Century Old Brass Travel Clock, Alarm Clock

$843

H 3.15 in W 1.97 in D 1.78 in

19th Century Old Brass Travel Clock, Alarm Clock

Located in Berlin, DE

Old clock, brass case roundherum flanked with polished glass. Digit with Arabic / Roman numerals three pointers. Clockwork should be overtaken. Left glass plate at the lower corner m...

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19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Architect Tools

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Brass

Vintage Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Tools, Lotter, circa 1950
Vintage Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Tools, Lotter, circa 1950

Vintage Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartographer, Tools, Lotter, circa 1950

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage technical drawing set. A German, silver nickel set of architect or cartographer's tools by Lotter, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. Quality German pre...

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Mid-20th Century German Antique Architect Tools

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Nickel

Ancient Greek Vase and Border Patterns – Classical Ornament, Plate V, ca.1890
Ancient Greek Vase and Border Patterns – Classical Ornament, Plate V, ca.1890

Ancient Greek Vase and Border Patterns – Classical Ornament, Plate V, ca.1890

Located in Langweer, NL

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Late 19th Century French Antique Architect Tools

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19th Century Dental Tool Kit
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H 0.75 in W 2.75 in D 2.5 in

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Located in London, GB

19th century dental tool kit A rare set of 19th century dental tool kit, all tools are encased in a wooden box with brass latch and lined with a worn red velour material. Its origi...

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19th Century British Georgian Antique Architect Tools

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Metal

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Located in Palm Springs, CA

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Late 19th Century French Antique Architect Tools

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Brass, Bronze

Large 24 Piece Antique Mechanical Drafting Set & Original Fitted Metal Case
Large 24 Piece Antique Mechanical Drafting Set & Original Fitted Metal Case

Large 24 Piece Antique Mechanical Drafting Set & Original Fitted Metal Case

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This large and substantial antique mechanical drafting set most likely originates from Germany and dates to approximately 1900 and done in the period Edwardian style. The set is comp...

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Early 20th Century German Edwardian Antique Architect Tools

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Metal

Antique Technical Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartography, Wichmann
Antique Technical Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartography, Wichmann

Antique Technical Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartography, Wichmann

$918Sale Price|20% Off

H 0.99 in W 11.03 in D 4.53 in

Antique Technical Drawing Set, German, Architect, Cartography, Wichmann

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique technical drawing set. A German, architect's or cartographer's instrument case by Wichmann, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Quality, 14-piece inst...

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Early 20th Century German Edwardian Antique Architect Tools

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Nickel

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There is a range of antique architect tools for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique architect tools was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and animal skin. Antique architect tools have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique architect tools are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Georgian and Empire styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Antique architect tools have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Antoine-Louis Barye, Gillows of Lancaster & London and Maison Forest are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Architect Tools?

Prices for antique architect tools start at $150 and top out at $54,500 with the average selling for $3,804.