Antique Mechanical

Unusual mahogany-cased barograph and barometer by Negretti & Zambra, having five glazed removable lid. The mechanical eight-day movement is housed in the drum, fitted with a seven-da...

The detailed technical illustration showcases the architectural and mechanical components of a cannon foundry. The cross-sectional view reveals the intricate furnace structure used t...

Pendulum clock, table clock, mantel clock, bracket clock, Empire, Directoire, Biedermeier, Neoclassicism, 18th century, 19th century, early 19th century, wood, burl wood, yew / yew...

It is manually wound and runs smoothly, with the visible balance wheel and fine regulation marked “F/S” showcasing mechanical artistry. Fitted with a rich brown genuine leather strap...

The tower, standing on a rocky outcrop, is shown with elaborate architectural detailing, including balconies, flag, lantern housing, and mechanical hoists. In the background, numerou...

The seamless union of the upper and lower halves is achieved through a two-part gilt bronze mount, mechanically fitted along the edges and secured by a finely constructed clasp.

The interior gilding has faded in some areas and presents some scratches, more prominent towards the interior base - no mechanical issues. We aim to overemphasize and state these i...

Verstaën, often spelled “Verstaen”, was a Paris-based manufacturer of safes in France, known for producing mechanical models equipped with combination locks. The company was founded ...

Its mechanism was designed for efficiency in both tensioning and release, and still demonstrates a high level of mechanical sophistication for its period. The crossbow’s overall cond...

The box is fitted with a concealed seven-barrels hinge and a mechanical thumb pusher for opening and closure. The Art Deco The Art Deco art movement is defined by geometric shapes,...

John Trotter walnut-cased Barograph, having five beveled glazed removable lid, and a drawer below to house the charts. The mechanical eight-day movement is housed in the drum, fitted...

This whimsical object reflects the Victorian fascination with mechanical forms and inventive design, likely intended as a gentleman’s desk or curio box.

Starting in the early 1800s, British inventors brought mechanical lace-making machines (notably the Leavers machine) to Calais to avoid industrial restrictions at home.

This turn of the century General Electric desk fan has been fully restored both mechanically and cosmetically. Refinished and painted in antiqued white powder coat, the finish is vis...

Classic repoussé technique, the form exudes charm and mechanical energy—making it an exceptional pocket collectible or desk display piece.

Featuring streamlined typography and bold graphic composition typical of the era’s Art Deco influences, the design emphasizes speed, efficiency, and mechanical reliability—key traits...

Collas’, denoting the use of Achille Collas’s mechanical reduction process. This fine bronze work serves as a striking focal point in both contemporary and classical settings.

Enjoy :) Watchmaker: Waltham Watch Co. Movement Type: Mechanical - Hand Wound - 16 Jewels Grade: Amn. Watch Co.

Movement: Hand-wound, with visible jewels, indicating quality mechanical craftsmanship. Dimensions: 3.5 x 4 x 1 cm Weight: 32.6 g Hallmark: 9k gold, confirming solid 9-carat gold ...

Belle Epoque Grottendieck Bruxelles Enamelled Silver Carriage / Pendulette Clock in Very Nice Working Condition With Quarter Repetition Movement: mechanical with manual winding Fu...

The carvings are neither ornamental excess nor mechanical repetition, but rather acts of slow inscription, rendered with a patient chisel.

This has a BSA motor bike company mechanical height adjusting mechanism with gear cogs, motor bike chain which is quite something to behold, and works perfectly, including the origin...

This Austrian chair has a black-painted wooden frame, turned spindles, a decorative crest, and an adjustable leather seat on a hinged mechanical lift. The seat height adjusts with e...

Dating to the transitional period between late Victorian and early Edwardian design (circa 1900–1910), this piece exemplifies a fusion of mechanical utility and refined ornament. Th...

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Date / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm x...

The dial is set with beautifully pierced gilt hands and is flanked by winding holes, showing it is a mechanical movement. Please note: This clock is being sold as a decorative object.

This final professional pivot—applying his miniature skills (such as delicate hand-coloring and stippling) to hand-finish and embellish mechanically produced photographs—is emblemati...

The box is fitted with a concealed eight-barrels hinge and a mechanical thumb pusher for opening and closure. The pusher is embellished with a rectangular faceted cut black onyx.

His chief peculiarity consisted in the fineness of his mechanical finish, which extended to depicting even the almost invisible furze of hair growing on smooth skin.

Expertly crafted in 18k gold, it features a finely enameled double-sided figure of a man whose arms and legs lift when the chain is pulled, showcasing the playful mechanical creativi...

This lock is fully mechanical and can be opened by a thumb pusher Weight: 3.52 Grams, (2.35 Dwt).

The presence of a threaded base fitting indicates the figure was mechanically attached to another object, typical of Renaissance and Mannerist bronze furnishings.

This illustration shows the relationship between the motor, pinion, clutch, and extractor race, providing insight into the mechanical setup of vintage cars.The artwork includes side ...

These figures still have their original mechanisms in place, the metal rods extended from their backs, once pulled raise both hands and one figure moves his head in a nodding motion,...

Clock is sold as a decorative piece, no mechanical guarantee. Weights, pendulum and key included.

Known primarily for their pioneering work in mechanical objects, including the invention of the propelling pencil by Sampson Mordan Sr. in the early 19th century, the firm also produ...

This fact, in conjunction with its incredible mechanism and overall workmanship, makes this regulator a true mechanical marvel. Circa 1830 22 3/4" wide x 12 5/8" deep x 84 1/2" high

Antique French cage with singing automaton bird This vintage French songbird mechanical automaton is a beautiful collectible that will add charm to any room.

This exceptional singing bird cylinder music box is a wonder of Austrian mechanical ingenuity. Not only does it play a selection of classical airs with remarkable tone and clarity, b...

. ~~~ Designed as a double hunter & (can be opened from both sides allowing the timepiece to stand as a desk clock), crafted with refined elegance, the CASE is fully performed i...

It is fitted with a mechanical compass protected by a thick beveled cut crystal.

Clock Dimensions: H: 13.25" L: 12.25" D: 6" Candelabras Dimensions: H: 16" L: 9.25" D: 4.25" Société Clusienne d'Horlogerie was a prominent French clockmaking firm based in Cluses,...

The print meticulously depicts the elevation of the boring apparatus, showing the mechanical structure, gears, pulleys, and support framework essential for refining the interior of c...

The instruments remain renowned for their optical clarity and mechanical ingenuity. Inscribed "E. Leitz Wetzlar" with the serial number 42499  On base: 22 1/2" high x 11 1/2" wide...

This practical yet elegant engineering is replicated across the eight additional candleholders, which are aligned with mechanical precision across a semi-circular cylindrical bar tha...

In two parts, the top with hinged door opening to adjusting shelves with four shaped drawers flanking on each side, the lower part with mechanical roll top and extending writing surf...

These whippets are resonant of the early nineteenth-century work of Thomas Weeks (d. 1834) who established a 'Royal Mechanical Museum' or emporium in Tichbourne Street in about 1797.

Kaendler’s work combined mechanical ingenuity with theatrical figural modeling, leading to the creation of movable figures with counterweight mechanisms.

Original vintage advertising poster for the Exposicion Internacional Barcelona International Exposition held from 20 May 1929 to 15 January 1930 featuring an illustration of people w...

A magnificent drum, bell, and castanet orchestral music box with six interchangeable cylinders on matching table, made by Ducommun Girod in Geneva, Switzerland c. 1870. The mechani...

A compelling artifact, it offers viewers a window into the raw ambition and mechanical imagination of the early 20th century. Features: Original silver gelatin print photograph unfr...

The charming cottage offers another mechanical marvel, an enclosed Swiss cylinder musical mechanism offering a selection of six enchanting melodies.

The pennant is affixed to the shaft with a rotating cylindrical joint, allowing the flag to turn freely—a clever mechanical element that enhances the naturalistic waving motion of th...

An exquisite blend of neoclassical symbolism and mechanical artistry, this clock is not only a timekeeper but a sophisticated object of cultural and aesthetic appeal—ideal for collec...

The handle when pulled back mechanically opens the two doors to the front, which has brass panels depicting Herons eating fish in a river scene with bullrushes and birds above them.

Cooke’s firsthand knowledge of military life is evident in the specificity of uniforms, the mechanical detail of the vehicles, and the natural posture of the figures.

The Theatrum was the first systematic analysis of mechanical engineering, the most complete and the most extensively illustrated work on mechanical engineering hitherto published.

Though all of Smith & Sons' creations are desirable for their appealing design and mechanical ingenuity, it is their elaborate skeleton clocks that are particularly prized.

It is fitted at the reverse with a horizontal hinged pin bar with a mechanical lock to wear as a brooch Art Nouveau Jewelry The Art Nouveau jewelry was created in France between a...

The hands are beautifully cut steel, their once fine blue finish long succumbed to rust. Originally a mechanical fusee movement, this was damaged and mostly missing.