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Antique French Industrial Clocks

Turn of the Century French Industrial Clock
Turn of the Century French Industrial Clock

Turn of the Century French Industrial Clock

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This turn-of-the-century French industrial clock by Électrique Brillé features a strikingly bold aesthetic with its green metal casing and contrasting white and black enameled face.

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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

Vintage French Clock Dial Face, Lepaute Paris, Industrial Fully Working
Vintage French Clock Dial Face, Lepaute Paris, Industrial Fully Working

Vintage French Clock Dial Face, Lepaute Paris, Industrial Fully Working

By Henry Lepaute

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A stunning vintage French industrial clock by the famed company of Henri Lepaute.

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Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Antique French Mystery Gravity Driven Rolling Ball Waterwheel Industrial Clock
Antique French Mystery Gravity Driven Rolling Ball Waterwheel Industrial Clock

Antique French Mystery Gravity Driven Rolling Ball Waterwheel Industrial Clock

Located in Danville, CA

Rare Mint Original 1900 French Mystery Water Wheel Rolling Ball Industrial Clock This rare French Industrial Waterwheel Clock (circa 1900) is a masterpiece of horological engineering...

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Late 19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Onyx, Bronze

Large Industrial Wall Clock, Zinc on Timber Frame, French, Circa 1900
Large Industrial Wall Clock, Zinc on Timber Frame, French, Circa 1900

Large Industrial Wall Clock, Zinc on Timber Frame, French, Circa 1900

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Wonderful large scale 20th Century French clock face in zinc on its original iron frame. Originally from a municipal building facade, the clock face is very characterful and retains...

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Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Zinc

Antique French Clock Dial Face by Japy Frères, Industrial/Railway
Antique French Clock Dial Face by Japy Frères, Industrial/Railway

Antique French Clock Dial Face by Japy Frères, Industrial/Railway

By Japy Frères

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

Industrial French Wall Clock, Original Japy Frères Dial – Urban Decay Patina This hauntingly beautiful wall clock features an original painted metal dial by Japy Frères, salvaged fro...

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Early 20th Century British Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Steel

Antique French Clock Dial Face by Japy Frères Industrial Fully Working
Antique French Clock Dial Face by Japy Frères Industrial Fully Working

Antique French Clock Dial Face by Japy Frères Industrial Fully Working

By Japy Frères

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A lovely painted metal clock dial with original hands by Japy Frères. Recovered by our buyer from a crumbling and forgotten French industrial building, it bares the scars of a hard l...

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Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

Industrial series antique French automaton lighthouse clock with weather station
Industrial series antique French automaton lighthouse clock with weather station

Industrial series antique French automaton lighthouse clock with weather station

Located in London, GB

A superb and highly decorative French automaton lighthouse clock and weather compendium by André Romain Guilmet of Paris, circa 1880, from his celebrated series of Industrial novelty...

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1880s French Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

Antique French TOLE Clock Dial Face by Japy Freres, Industrial, Fully Working
Antique French TOLE Clock Dial Face by Japy Freres, Industrial, Fully Working

Antique French TOLE Clock Dial Face by Japy Freres, Industrial, Fully Working

By Japy Frères

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

Evoking the quiet poetry of abandonment, this early 20th century wall clock blends timeworn elegance with raw industrial character. Made from painted steel to mimic wood grain, the t...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Steel

Antique 1920s Train Station Wall Clock, Brillie, Industrial Style
Antique 1920s Train Station Wall Clock, Brillie, Industrial Style

Antique 1920s Train Station Wall Clock, Brillie, Industrial Style

By Brillie

Located in Wrocław, Poland

This antique 66cm diameter wall clock comes from France and was made around 1920s, it was manufactured by Brillie.

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1920s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

19th Century Antique Industrial Wall Clock Face with Zinc Trim
19th Century Antique Industrial Wall Clock Face with Zinc Trim

19th Century Antique Industrial Wall Clock Face with Zinc Trim

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Epic industrial wall clock face with zinc trim and surround, enamel face with Roman numerals.

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19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Enamel

Large Enamel French Tower clock
Large Enamel French Tower clock

Large Enamel French Tower clock

Located in Kingsbridge, GB

Antique French Enamel Turret Clock Face. The clock face retains its original enamel. Good size which would suit a domestic or commercial setting. The clock has a few small chips ...

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1890s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Enamel

Industrial Series Nautical Desk Clock
Industrial Series Nautical Desk Clock

Industrial Series Nautical Desk Clock

Located in Amersham, GB

The case style and base is reminiscent the industrial series of clocks made in France by Guilmet and although unsigned could well be made by the Guilmet factory for such a prominent ...

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Late 19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Griotte Marble, Brass, Enamel, Nickel, Ormolu

FINE CIRCA 1895 FRENCH AUTOMATON INDUSTRIAL LOCOMOTIVE MOVING GiLT BRONZE CLOCK
FINE CIRCA 1895 FRENCH AUTOMATON INDUSTRIAL LOCOMOTIVE MOVING GiLT BRONZE CLOCK

FINE CIRCA 1895 FRENCH AUTOMATON INDUSTRIAL LOCOMOTIVE MOVING GiLT BRONZE CLOCK

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very fine and highly collectable Antique circa 1895 French Automaton Industrial Locomotive moving gilt ...

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1890s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Brass

French 19th Century Clock with Matching Candelabrum
French 19th Century Clock with Matching Candelabrum

French 19th Century Clock with Matching Candelabrum

By Japy Frères

Located in Stamford, CT

A handsome 19th century French clock set comprising a clock with a matching pair of candelabrum.

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Late 19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

Late 19th Century Figural Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock Industrial Revolution
Late 19th Century Figural Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock Industrial Revolution

Late 19th Century Figural Bronze and Marble Mantel Clock Industrial Revolution

Located in Stamford, CT

Beautiful Late 19th Century figural bronze and marble mantel clock with a bronze sculpture of a Muse, depicting the Industrial Revolution on top of a marble mantel clock. The Muse ca...

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century French Marble and Bronze Tower Clock Face
19th Century French Marble and Bronze Tower Clock Face

19th Century French Marble and Bronze Tower Clock Face

Located in Buffalo, NY

19th Century French Marble and Bronze Tower Clock Face,,, Very unusual in that it has both Roman Numerals and Conventional numbers, (CAN NOT FIND ANOTHER) Newer wooden back recently...

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1890s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Huge French Copper Turret Clock Hands for Decorative Use
Huge French Copper Turret Clock Hands for Decorative Use

Huge French Copper Turret Clock Hands for Decorative Use

By Brillie

Located in Nottingham, GB

Reclaimed Copper Clock Hands from a French Turret Clock A stunning set of clock hands which would of previously grace a French tower clock.

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Early 1900s British Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Copper

Large Gilt-Brass Automaton Clock with Barometer, Paris, Circa 1880
Large Gilt-Brass Automaton Clock with Barometer, Paris, Circa 1880

Large Gilt-Brass Automaton Clock with Barometer, Paris, Circa 1880

By Andre Romain Guilmet

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

The great variety of Guilmet’s different industrial clocks also made them supremely collectible.

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19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Brass, Enamel

Ships Clock By Gay Vicarino, retailled by Pascall Atkey of Cowes.
Ships Clock By Gay Vicarino, retailled by Pascall Atkey of Cowes.

Ships Clock By Gay Vicarino, retailled by Pascall Atkey of Cowes.

Located in Amersham, GB

An exceptional Ships Clock set in a ships wheel in a heavy cast brass chromed case, striking the hours and the half hours. This eight day movement striking on a coiled blued steel go...

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1880s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Automaton Beam Engine Clock by Andre Guilmet
Automaton Beam Engine Clock by Andre Guilmet

Automaton Beam Engine Clock by Andre Guilmet

By Andre Romain Guilmet

Located in Amersham, GB

A novelty mantel clock in the form of an industrial beam engine by Andre Romain Guilmet, dating from circa 1878 and numbered 196 and signed by Giulmet. The eight day movement is sur...

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1870s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Industrial Series Desktop Compendium in The Manner of Andre Guilmet
Industrial Series Desktop Compendium in The Manner of Andre Guilmet

Industrial Series Desktop Compendium in The Manner of Andre Guilmet

By Andre Romain Guilmet

Located in Amersham, GB

A very stylish late nineteenth century desk clock with integrated compass, reminiscent of the Industrial series of clocks by Andre Guilmet. The eight day movement governed by a cylin...

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1880s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Brass, Bronze, Steel

Nautical Desk Timepiece from the Guilmet Industrial Series.
Nautical Desk Timepiece from the Guilmet Industrial Series.

Nautical Desk Timepiece from the Guilmet Industrial Series.

By Andre Romain Guilmet

Located in Amersham, GB

A Nautical timepiece with a French eight day movement regulated by a large high quality English lever platform escapement, behind a silvered roman dial with blued steel spade hands u...

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1890s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Belgian Black Marble, Gold Plate, Brass, Nickel

A 19th Century Novelty Desk Compendium in the form of a Davy Lamp By Guilmet
A 19th Century Novelty Desk Compendium in the form of a Davy Lamp By Guilmet

A 19th Century Novelty Desk Compendium in the form of a Davy Lamp By Guilmet

By Andre Romain Guilmet

Located in Amersham, GB

A 19th century novelty desk compendium in the form of a davy lamp housing an eight day timepiece and aneroid barometer and a thermometer surmounted by a glazed cylindrical chamber wi...

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1890s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Brass, Steel

Large 19th Century Enamelled Clock Face, Industrial Style, France
Large 19th Century Enamelled Clock Face, Industrial Style, France

Large 19th Century Enamelled Clock Face, Industrial Style, France

Located in Arundel, GB

An imposing and large scale, architectural clock face with original brass hands and Roman numerals. Industrial in style with a enamelled finish and showing some signs on weathering.

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Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal, Enamel

Oversized Desk Compendium
Oversized Desk Compendium

Oversized Desk Compendium

By Henri Marc, Paris 1

Located in Amersham, GB

A desk compendium of unusually large size. This eight day clock, barometer and thermometer housed in a nickel and gilt case and mounted on a black marble base is of exceptional quali...

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1880s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Belgian Black Marble, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Steel, Nickel

Large Scale 19th Century French Clock Hands Wall Sculpture
Large Scale 19th Century French Clock Hands Wall Sculpture

Large Scale 19th Century French Clock Hands Wall Sculpture

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large scale clock tower hands, French, 19th century. According to the seller, these clock hands came from a large clock tower in Paris. They measure an impressive 107 inch height by ...

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19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

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French Industrial Steam Hammer Clock - Pendola pressa industriale Japy Freres
French Industrial Steam Hammer Clock - Pendola pressa industriale Japy Freres

French Industrial Steam Hammer Clock - Pendola pressa industriale Japy Freres

By Guilemt & Japy Freres

Located in Milano, IT

French Industrial Steam Hammer Clock. Browned bronze case with gilt trimmings representing an Industrial Steam Hammerwith a piston cylinder on top and a lever leading over to a plat...

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Late 19th Century French Other Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Bronze

Extremely rare French 'pendule industrial'
Extremely rare French 'pendule industrial'

Extremely rare French 'pendule industrial'

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H 18.9 in W 12.6 in D 6.7 in

Extremely rare French 'pendule industrial'

Located in HAARLEM, NL

An extremely rare French 'pendule industrial' wind mill with automaton, barometer and two thermometers, circa 1880 Description Case: brass, partly gilt, partly blued, black marble ba...

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19th Century Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Marble, Brass

Mantel Clock 19th Century Transitional Period
Mantel Clock 19th Century Transitional Period

Mantel Clock 19th Century Transitional Period

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H 21.26 in W 16.93 in D 6.3 in

Mantel Clock 19th Century Transitional Period

Located in Warsaw, PL

This elegant mantel clock is a fine example of the Empire style, a period characterized by its grandeur and inspiration from classical antiquity. The clock showcases a masterful comb...

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Early 18th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Bronze

An Extremely Rare 'Pendule Industrial' in the Shape of a Wind Mill with Automaton, Barometer and 2 Thermometers circa 1880
An Extremely Rare 'Pendule Industrial' in the Shape of a Wind Mill with Automaton, Barometer and 2 Thermometers circa 1880

An Extremely Rare 'Pendule Industrial' in the Shape of a Wind Mill with Automaton, Barometer and 2 Thermometers circa 1880

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Case: brass, partly gilt, partly blued, black marble base, masoned wind mill, rotating wind mill vanes, hinged clock case, aneroid barometer, lateral thermometers with Reaumur and Fa...

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19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Bronze

French Church Clock Drevon
French Church Clock Drevon

French Church Clock Drevon

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H 7.88 in Dm 63 in

French Church Clock Drevon

By Drevon

Located in ANDREZIEUX BOUTHEON, Loire

Old church clock from a Lyon countryside, enamel dial, really rare and original mechanism.                 

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Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

20's French Industrial Clock
20's French Industrial Clock

20's French Industrial Clock

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H 53 in W 35 in D 16 in

20's French Industrial Clock

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large 20's French Industrial Clock, electric mechanism

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

Brille Industrial Wall Clock
Brille Industrial Wall Clock

Brille Industrial Wall Clock

Located in Culver City, CA

BRILLE French industrial clock, original color with simple face.

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

French Automaton Industrial Locomotive Clock
French Automaton Industrial Locomotive Clock

French Automaton Industrial Locomotive Clock

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H 17 in W 8.75 in D 20.25 in

French Automaton Industrial Locomotive Clock

Located in New Orleans, LA

It is truly a wonderful example of the Industrial series of clocks popular in French horology during the late 19th century.

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19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Bronze

French Automaton Battleship Industrial Clock
French Automaton Battleship Industrial Clock

French Automaton Battleship Industrial Clock

Located in New Orleans, LA

Railing, anchor chains and anchors, among other details, further lend a lifelike quality to this charming mechanical wonder. French Industrial clocks are among the most creative ...

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19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Bronze

General Artigas Gunboat Industrial Clock
General Artigas Gunboat Industrial Clock

General Artigas Gunboat Industrial Clock

Located in New Orleans, LA

Air vents, deck ladders, a lifeboat, anchor chains and anchors are all mounted on a plinth of cast waves and marble base, lending a lifelike quality to this charming mechanical wonde...

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Late 19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

French Industrial Battleship Clock
French Industrial Battleship Clock

French Industrial Battleship Clock

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H 15 in W 6.25 in D 12.5 in

French Industrial Battleship Clock

Located in New Orleans, LA

Taking the form of a battleship, this French automaton clock is a spellbinding example of the complex artistry of industrial timepieces.

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19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Bronze

French Industrial Steam Hammer Clock
French Industrial Steam Hammer Clock

French Industrial Steam Hammer Clock

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H 18 in W 12 in D 6 in

French Industrial Steam Hammer Clock

By Guilemt & Japy Freres

Located in Stamford, CT

A French industrial steam hammer clock having piston cylinder on top.

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19th Century French Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

1920s French Industrial Metal Wall Clock Face
1920s French Industrial Metal Wall Clock Face

1920s French Industrial Metal Wall Clock Face

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H 49.1 in W 49.1 in D 2.7 in

1920s French Industrial Metal Wall Clock Face

Located in High Point, NC

This 1920s French industrial clock face captures the bold character of early 20th-century utilitarian design.

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

Large Industrial Antique French Clock Face
Large Industrial Antique French Clock Face

Large Industrial Antique French Clock Face

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

Vintage French clock face in white, blue and black. Lovely elegant black Roman numerals. Super patina. Non-working, great as décor, mounted on a wall.

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Early 19th Century French Other Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Iron

Large Industrial Green Metal Clock from Early 20th Century France
Large Industrial Green Metal Clock from Early 20th Century France

Large Industrial Green Metal Clock from Early 20th Century France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large industrial green metal clock from early 20th century France.

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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

Large Industrial Green Metal Clock from Early 20th Century France
Large Industrial Green Metal Clock from Early 20th Century France

Large Industrial Green Metal Clock from Early 20th Century France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large working industrial green metal clock from early 20th century France.

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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique French Industrial Clocks

Materials

Metal

French Factory Clocks by Brillie, circa 1920s
French Factory Clocks by Brillie, circa 1920s

French Factory Clocks by Brillie, circa 1920s

By Brillie

Located in Gloucester, GB

French factory clocks by Brillie, circa 1920s - Steel casing and dial - Glass face - Original ornate hands - AA battery powered - French, 1920s - Measure: 27 cm wide x 27 cm ...

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1920s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Aluminum

1900 French Industrial Ferris Wheel Falling Ball Powered Gilt Regulator Clock
1900 French Industrial Ferris Wheel Falling Ball Powered Gilt Regulator Clock

1900 French Industrial Ferris Wheel Falling Ball Powered Gilt Regulator Clock

Located in Danville, CA

Here we are offering a fantastic mystery Ferris wheel bearing ball driven crystal regulator clock. Unlike traditional wind up or weight driven clock, this unique clock receives its w...

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Crystal, Bronze, Steel, Enamel, Ormolu

19th Century French Iron and Milk Glass Clock Face
19th Century French Iron and Milk Glass Clock Face

19th Century French Iron and Milk Glass Clock Face

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Monumental 19th century French clock face constructed from a 1.25 inch thick iron frame. The large face features Roman numerals and a parcel gilt finish with a beautifully distressed...

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19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Iron

Wood and Brass Clock, Signed Electrique Brillé, French, Circa 1900
Wood and Brass Clock, Signed Electrique Brillé, French, Circa 1900

Wood and Brass Clock, Signed Electrique Brillé, French, Circa 1900

By Henri Brille

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This nice decorative clock is made of wood, brass and metal. This is a model circa 1900 by famous French maker Brillé and the clock is signed Electrique Brillé.

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Early 1900s French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Vintage French Painted Iron Riveted Clock Face 1930s - 2 pcs available
Vintage French Painted Iron Riveted Clock Face 1930s - 2 pcs available

Vintage French Painted Iron Riveted Clock Face 1930s - 2 pcs available

Located in Nijmegen, NL

French Clock face from an old church painted Galvanised metal. Circa 1930.

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Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Iron

French Iron Industrial Sign, Clock, or Mirror Frame
French Iron Industrial Sign, Clock, or Mirror Frame

French Iron Industrial Sign, Clock, or Mirror Frame

Located in Highwood, IL

Stunning handwrought iron antique French sign frame retaining bits of it's original paint. Though we aren't sure what type of business this was used for, we thought it would be great...

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19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Steel

1920s French Industrial Metal Wall Clock Face
1920s French Industrial Metal Wall Clock Face

1920s French Industrial Metal Wall Clock Face

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H 51.1 in W 51.1 in D 3.1 in

1920s French Industrial Metal Wall Clock Face

Located in High Point, NC

This 1920s French industrial metal wall clock face showcases the utilitarian charm and timeworn elegance characteristic of early 20th-century factory and workshop décor.

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Metal

French Animated Industrial Desk Clock, Barometer with Rotating Globe, circa 1880
French Animated Industrial Desk Clock, Barometer with Rotating Globe, circa 1880

French Animated Industrial Desk Clock, Barometer with Rotating Globe, circa 1880

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

France, circa 1880 Nautical clock with barometer, compass and globe Complex industrial clocks were very popular since the industrialization in the 19th century.

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Late 19th Century French Industrial Antique French Industrial Clocks

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

19th Century French Wall Clock, Metal & Wood, Industrial Style, Patina
19th Century French Wall Clock, Metal & Wood, Industrial Style, Patina

19th Century French Wall Clock, Metal & Wood, Industrial Style, Patina

Located in High Point, NC

This 19th Century French wall clock is a striking example of industrial-era craftsmanship, composed of a painted metal face set within a weathered wooden frame.

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19th Century French Antique French Industrial Clocks

Materials

Metal

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Antique French Industrial Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique french industrial clocks is available on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the modern styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique french industrial clocks available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, white, beige, yellow and more. (after) Henri Matisse and Henri Matisse took a thoughtful approach to this subject that are worth considering. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in lithograph and linocut.

How Much are Antique French Industrial Clocks?

Prices for pieces in our collection of antique french industrial clocks start at $325 and top out at $186,826 with the average selling for $1,697.

Finding the Right Clocks for You

A sophisticated clock design, whether it’s a desk clock, mantel clock or large wall clock for your living room, is a decorative object to be admired in your home as much as it is a necessary functional element. This is part of the reason clocks make such superb collectibles. Given the versatility of these treasured fixtures — they’ve long been made in a range of shapes, sizes and styles — a clock can prove integral to your own particular interior decor.

Antique and vintage clocks can whisk us back to the 18th and 19th centuries. When most people think of antique clocks, they imagine an Art Deco Bakelite tabletop clock or wall clock, named for the revolutionary synthetic plastic, Bakelite, of which they’re made, or a stately antique grandfather clock. But the art of clock-making goes way back, transcending continents and encompassing an entire range of design styles and technologies. In short, there are many kinds of clocks depending on your needs.

A variety of wall clocks can be found on 1stDibs. A large antique hand-carved walnut wall clock is best suited to a big room and a flat background given what will likely be outwardly sculptural features, while Georgian grandfather clocks, or longcase clocks, will help welcome rainswept guests into your entryway or foyer. An interactive cuckoo clock, large or small, is guaranteed to bring outsize personality to your living room or dining room. For conversation pieces of a similar breed, mid-century modern enthusiasts go for the curious Ball clock, the first of more than 150 clock models conceived in the studio of legendary architect and designer George Nelson

Minimalist contemporary clocks and books pair nicely on a shelf, but an eye-catching vintage mantel clock can add balance to your home library while drawing attention to your art and design books and other decorative objects. Ormolu clocks dating from the Louis XVI period, designed in the neoclassical style, are often profusely ornate, featuring architectural flourishes and rich naturalistic details. Rococo-style mantel clocks of Meissen porcelain or porcelain originating from manufacturers in cities such as Limoges, France, during the 18th and 19th centuries, exude an air of imperial elegance on your shelves or side tables and can help give your desk a 19th-century upgrade.

On 1stDibs, find a range of extraordinary antique and vintage clocks today.