Antique Mechanical

A fully fitted mid nineteenth century coromandel vanity box by Mappin & Webb combining complex mechanical compartments with sterling silver mounted fittings dated 1854.

This warranty covers mechanical faults and failures arising from normal use.

The patina, known as hare dress, is naturally aged and intentionally uneven—typically dark brown or beige—adding to the mirror's tactile authenticity and visual depth. Traces of non-...

This warranty covers mechanical faults and failures arising from normal use.

This warranty covers mechanical faults and failures arising from normal use.

Heymann, Leipzig”, mounted on an elegant structure in gilt brass, all set upon a refined base of Belgian black marble. The globe is mechanically connected to the clock movement and r...

Paul began work as mechanical work in a machine factory but he saw that to make any progress in his profession, he had to be able to draw; accordingly, in his spare time in the eveni...

Housed in a warm oak case and still containing its original mechanical “guts,” it stands ready—perhaps even willing—to ring again.

Zainer’s work helped shift book production from expensive, hand-copied manuscripts to mechanically reproduced volumes accessible to a wider audience.

Sculptural yet restrained, this is a materially substantial and increasingly scarce example of Italian Baroque utility furniture, notable for its survival, mechanical sophistication,...

Paul began work as mechanical work in a machine factory but he saw that to make any progress in his profession, he had to be able to draw; accordingly, in his spare time in the eveni...

This warranty covers mechanical faults and failures arising from normal use.

Edouard-Wilfred Buquet was an inventive French designer best known for his mechanically sophisticated lighting creations of the early twentieth century.

Victorian Mechanical Chromolithographs: The Avian Collection By Emrik & Binger (London & Holland) This pair of exquisite folding cards represents the pinnacle of Victorian "M...

Zainer’s work helped shift book production from expensive, hand-copied manuscripts to mechanically reproduced volumes accessible to a wider audience.

Signs of gentle use add authenticity and character, while the sculptural silhouette and mechanical ingenuity make it a collectible object for lovers of design history and domestic cr...

The center drawer has a mechanical button to release the drawer. French polished and ready to place.

The architectural base is lavishly decorated with relief motifs featuring mythological, vegetal, and animal themes, and rests on stylized feet. The mechanical movement is a silk-thr...

The tripod base features gently flared legs joined by ornate brass stretchers, embossed with geometric motifs and cut-out detailing that evoke the organic-mechanical tension of the p...

These candlesticks embody that spirit: their biomorphic curves and exposed mechanical elements speak to a design language rooted in nature, structure, and artisanal pride.

The precision of the fittings and the clever mechanical construction reflect the refined craftsmanship of Period Viennese workshops.

After graduation from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (with degree in Mechanical Engineering), in 1886 Woodbury had great success painting up the New England coast and in t...

The music box plays twelve operatic and popular airs as detailed on the later replacement tunesheet: 1: Cavalleria Rusticana 2: Il Trovatore – Anvil Chorus 3: Tannhauser – Wagner 4:...

Flanking and interspersed among these central motifs are stylized botanical elements leaf forms, branching stems, and floral devices adding a natural counterpoint to the otherwise st...

With oval head and band fabricated entirely of 18K yellow gold, this precious timepiece houses it's original and highly accurate Piaget 9P mechanical movement. It is adorned with a v...

Dial: Rectangular white, with black Arabic numerals, golden hands and signed, Fauvety Paris Importe de Suisse. Movement: Mechanical, hand-winding. Case: French made in .900/.999 s...

The circular white enamel dial, with black Roman numerals and pierced blued steel hands, is framed by a beaded gilt bronze bezel. The mechanical movement is key-wound (key present), ...

Mounted on a veined orange marble base and featuring the same marble inserts enhanced with delicate bronze details, this mechanical clock combines refined design and exceptional craf...

Made with platinum, this vintage watch measures 14.25 mm in width and 6.5 inches in length. It has a mechanical movement. Perfect for luxurious events. 

Manufactured in Boston, Massachusetts, Mason & Hamlin instruments were widely regarded as the finest of their kind, celebrated for their superior tonal quality, mechanical reliabilit...

During the latter half of the 20th century, the original mechanical mechanism was replaced with a functioning battery-powered movement, while the original clock face was preserved.

A luxurious period-style fabric with a subtle golden pattern was selected for the cover, perfectly harmonizing in color and texture with the honey-toned walnut wood. The mechanical s...

Electric cars, in particular, were prized for their quiet operation and ease of use, appealing to a clientele seeking comfort and refinement rather than mechanical prowess. Today, t...

The “H.H.” stamp signifies a maker working within that rich Parisian tradition of mechanical excellence — disciplined, exacting, quietly brilliant.

Signed by Chapupastille of mechanical reduction by Collas. Based on the marble statue exhibited at the Salon of 1872 (no. 1595), at the Universal Exhibition of 1878 (no. 1136) and no...

Combining portability, craftsmanship and clever mechanical design, this is an unusual and highly decorative piece that works equally well as a writing desk, occasional table or games...

Collas Breveté foundry seal, referencing the mechanical reduction system developed by Achille Collas in France.

The contrast between the ordered, almost architectural vertical striations above and the layered, organic folds below underscores the Enlightenment emphasis on structural clarity and...

Hands: Original, blue steel "spades" Movement: Key-wind, key-set mechanical movement; gilt plates; engraved balance cock; blued screws; script engraved “P.S.

This entire finial lifts off as a single unit to open the incense cavity, so the iconographic program is also the mechanical lid system. Read as a physical hierarchy, the imagery mo...

Visible wood grain patterns (moku) flow along the curves of the piece, and a small tenon or locking peg remains at the base, hinting at its original mechanical assembly. In a 19th-c...

The Meissen manufactory produced porcelain clocks that integrate sculptural modeling with mechanical components through multi part molding and assembly.

Historically tied to royal ceremony and revolutionary events, the square here becomes a stage for modern life, where horse-drawn transport and the new mechanical age briefly coexist....

Jewellery designers looked to celebrate a burgeoning, bright industrial future in their work, creating pieces that looked almost mechanical with their sharp shapes and chrome coloure...

Hardy & Co. of Chicago-an early 20th-century manufacturer known for patented mechanical fixtures and industrial lighting-this lamp showcases the warm metallic depth of its original j...

Below the performer, the poster illustrates the mechanical rig behind the stunt, emphasizing the technical sophistication involved in achieving such dizzying speeds.

This is an outstanding example of a large, heavy, and increasingly rare figural music box—a centerpiece for any collection of mechanical music, decorative arts, or exotic architectur...

This piece not only tells the time with its mechanical movement but also serves as a striking piece of decorative art — ideal for mantels, console tables or distinguished interior sp...

One seed pearl missing from fob. Mechanical movement winds, sets, and runs. Overall condition consistent with authentic antique piece showing honest wear from period use.

Movement: Concorad - Swiss Made Mechanical - Hand Wound - 17 Jewels - Caliber 311 - Serial # 5643179 Weight: 31.5 Grams Condition: Antique watch in excellent overall physical and wor...

Combining silver mounted construction, mechanical ingenuity and the uncommon use of Amboyna veneer, this Edwardian drinks and games compendium represents a particularly well preserve...

Its single marble plate introduces a refined visual counterbalance, offering a smooth, light-toned surface with subtle natural veining. The exposed mechanical elements and low, horiz...

The central support and decorative iron detailing underscore its mechanical sophistication while preserving its historical character.

Movement: Swiss, mystery rotary mechanical, hand-wingding. Weight: 376.6 Grams, (241.5 Dwt).

Beyond its aesthetic grandeur, this timepiece is a mechanical marvel. It houses its original Swiss-made 15-jewels manual-wind movement, which remains in impeccable working condition.

The music box is in excellent working condition, with the mechanical movement engaging smoothly and consistently.

This exceptional antique singing bird automaton clock, crafted in France circa 1880, is a finely executed example of French luxury mechanical artistry. The finely worked gilt bronze ...

This separation of functional elements was a forward-looking concept at the time and results in a lamp that is both mechanically expressive and tactile in use. The lamp is adjusted b...

Each medallion is subtly different from its neighbors — the natural variation of a weaver working from memory and tradition rather than a fixed cartoon — giving the border a living, ...

Dial marked "Corona Hnus", has a quality Swiss movement, mechanical hand winding.