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Technical Pencil Diagrams of Car Mechanisms
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
pencil drawing showcases technical diagrams focusing on car mechanisms. The piece includes multiple
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Mechanism

Materials

Pencil

Antique Victorian Calamander Jewellery Box Rare Mechanism
Located in Northampton, GB
spring loaded mechanism and pulls out towards the user. This is an unusual characteristic to the
Category

Late 19th Century British High Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

English Tripod Table With Mechanism Circa 1800
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant English pedestal table called tripod table in solid mahogany with a mechanism circa 1800
Category

Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Century Children's Chair with folding mechanism, Thonet Vienna
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Münster, DE
Thonet children's chair Children's chair with folding mechanism, Gebrüder Thonet, Vienna, around
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Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wicker, Bentwood

Biedermeier Secretaire With Hidden Compartements And Rare Mechanism, circa 1815
Located in Greven, DE
Antique Biedermeier secretary with rare mechanism Middle German Cherry Biedermeier circa 1815
Category

1810s German Biedermeier Antique Mechanism

Materials

Cherry

Louis XVI Gueridon Table with Rotating Mechanism, 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
expertly crafted with a rotating mechanism which works in combination with four petal-shaped hinged storage
Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Mechanism

Materials

Marble, Brass

Victorian Antique Captains Desk Chair With An Iron Tilt Mechanism
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Chair 2025 5 GS Victorian Antique Captains Desk Chair With An Iron Tilt Mechanism With Brass Stud
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Late 19th Century British Industrial Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron, Brass

Victorian Antique Captains Desk Chair With An Iron Tilt Mechanism
Victorian Antique Captains Desk Chair With An Iron Tilt Mechanism
$1,924 Sale Price
25% Off
H 32.49 in W 21.26 in D 17.72 in
Early 20th Century Children's Chair with folding mechanism, Thonet Vienna
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Münster, DE
Thonet children's chair Children's chair with folding mechanism, Gebrüder Thonet, Vienna, around
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Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wicker, Bentwood

Arts & Crafts Oak Adjustable Height Swivel Office Chair, Industrial Mechanisms
Located in London, GB
An Arts & Crafts oak adjustable height swivel office chair, with Industrial style mechanisms that
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Mechanism

Materials

Oak

19th Century English Silver Plated Three Carafe Tantalus with Lock Mechanism
Located in Greer, SC
mechanism holds the bottles in place for easy transport. Each carafe is 3 1/4"x9".
Category

Mid-19th Century Antique Mechanism

Materials

Silver Plate

18th-Century Artillery Engraving of the Spanish Captain's Carriage and Mechanism
Located in Langweer, NL
Title: 18th-Century Artillery Engraving of the Spanish Captain's Carriage and Mechanisms
Category

1770s Antique Mechanism

Materials

Paper

19th Century Clock with Hand Carved Oak Case with Original Mechanism
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Century Clock with Hand Carved Oak Case with Original Mechanism
Category

19th Century English Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

Victorian Davenport Desk Lift Top Pop Up Mechanism Concealed File Compartment
Located in Rockaway, NJ
English Victorian Davenport Desk Lift Top Pop Up Mechanism Concealed File Compartment. Beautiful
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Maple, Oak, Burl

18th Century French Decorative Long Case Clock with Newly Refurbished Mechanisms
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 18th century French decorative long case clock with newly refurbished mechanisms. Please
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18th Century French Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

British Colonial Teak Filing Apothecary Cabinet wt Metal Pulls & Lock Mechanism
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare solid teak multi-drawer apothecary/file cabinet with locking mechanism and hardware in
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1890s British Indian Ocean Territory Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Teak

18th Century Georgian Oak and Brass Heart Motif Door Lock Mechanism
Located in Savannah, GA
Decorative heart motif rim lock mechanism made of solid oak and brass. All original with key. See
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1810s English Georgian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

18th Century Georgian Oak and Brass Heart Motif Door Lock Mechanism
18th Century Georgian Oak and Brass Heart Motif Door Lock Mechanism
$788 Sale Price
20% Off
H 8 in W 5.5 in D 1.25 in
Antique Swedish Painted Pine Long Case Clock with Original Clock Mechanism
Located in Kramfors, SE
Long case clock with red original paint from the mid 1800s. The clock is made in painted pine and dated with the year 1847. Originates from Hälsingland, Sweden. The glass in the ring...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Mechanism

Materials

Pine

Handsome 19th Century Mahogany Dining Table with Unusual Wind-Out Mechanism
Located in London, GB
extending mechanism bearing maker’s label: “T. H. Filmer’s cabinet, upholstery, bedding and carpet
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Mid-19th Century English William IV Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

19th C. French Pine Folding Six-Step Ladder with Locking Bar Mechanism
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France in the late 19th century, this charming six-step folding ladder offers both utility and timeworn character. Built from solid pine with visible pegged joinery and ir...
Category

Late 19th Century French Country Antique Mechanism

Materials

Pine

Game table, card play table, folding mechanism, mahogany, 1920 Art Deco, England
Located in Wien, AT
Very rare gaming table, with a fascinatingly executed folding mechanism. This object was made in
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Mechanism

Materials

Metal

19th Century English Silver Plated Three-Carafe Bar Tantalus with Lock Mechanism
Located in Dallas, TX
Entertain in style with this beautifully crafted, antique Tantalus from England. Crafted, circa 1860, the bar accessory features three cut-glass carafes with decorative round stopper...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Mechanism

Materials

Silver Plate

1920s Art Deco Pendulum Wall Clock in Lacquered Wood Case Mechanism Fex Zurich
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1920s Art Deco pendulum wall clock, in lacquered wood case mechanism Fex ZURICH, silent and fully
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Tilt Top Center Table
Located in Houston, TX
and smooth working tilt mechanism
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19th Century French Biedermeier Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mora Clock
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Swedish Mora clock dated 1854 with hand painted floral details. Working Longcase clock mechanism of
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1850s Swedish Gustavian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Mora Clock
Mora Clock
$2,500
H 70.8 in W 20.1 in D 8.5 in
Mora Clock
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
clock mechanism of pendulum and 2 weights and a bell chime on the hour. Width:54cm / 21.3"" Depth: 26cm
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Early 1800s European Gustavian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Mora Clock
Mora Clock
$3,000
H 86.6 in W 21.3 in D 10.2 in
Victorian Mahogany Tilt-Top Table, c.1880
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
base with ball feet. The original brass catch mechanism allows the top to tilt upright for space-saving
Category

1880s British Late Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Mahogany Tilt-Top Table, c.1880
Victorian Mahogany Tilt-Top Table, c.1880
$977 / item
H 21.66 in Dm 19.3 in
Fine French Victorian Hardstone Cameo Pendant Brooch in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Boston, MA
. Brooch mechanism, and pendant mechanism are both designed to be removable to the pendant can be worn
Category

1870s Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Mora Clock
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Longcase clock mechanism of pendulum and 2 weights and a bell chime on the hour. Width:42cm / 16.5"" Depth
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Early 1800s Swedish Gustavian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Mora Clock
Mora Clock
$2,400
H 81.5 in W 16.5 in D 6.3 in
William IV Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
mechanism. Circa 1830.
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19th Century English William IV Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

William IV Mahogany Partners Desk
William IV Mahogany Partners Desk
$4,712
H 31.5 in W 60.63 in D 54.34 in
Antique Mora Clock 1849
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
and clockmakers initials on face AAL. Working Longcase clock mechanism of pendulum and 2 weights and a
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Early 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Antique Mora Clock 1849
Antique Mora Clock 1849
$2,600
H 72.8 in W 16.5 in D 6.3 in
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Reclining Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
with graceful cabriole legs and a rare iron reclining mechanism. Seamlessly blending comfort
Category

18th Century French Louis XV Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Mahogany Winegrower’s Tilt-Top Table from Burgundy
Located in Atlanta, GA
trestle-style base with curved legs and a central stretcher, the table’s mechanism allows the top to tilt
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19th Century French Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Italian Iron Safe / Cassaforte / Side Table / Nightstand
Located in Viterbo, VT
the keyhole to open the safe. Although the internal locking mechanisms is still intact and original
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Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

18th-Century French Master’s Lock
Located in New Orleans, LA
French Master’s Lock 18th Century Ingeniously crafted with a hidden mechanism, this 18th-century
Category

18th Century French Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

18th-Century French Master’s Lock
18th-Century French Master’s Lock
$14,850
H 6.38 in W 3.38 in D 2.38 in
Grouping of Three Rare Original Goyard Suitcases/Trunks
By Goyard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
depicting its own nuance and patina. Leather handles intact, all locking mechanisms in working order
Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Mechanism

Materials

Leather, Canvas

Art Deco Calibre Emerald and Old European-Cut Diamond Strap Bracelet in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
; with hinged safety mechanism on the clasp. * Free shipping * Includes letter of authenticity for
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1920s Art Deco Antique Mechanism

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Early 19th Century Tilt-Top, Polygonal Tea Table, Birch, Ash, Rosewood
Located in Dresden, DE
Tea table with polygonal tilt-top and folding mechanism, Karelian (Curly) birch, ash, grained
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Early 1800s Baltic Neoclassical Antique Mechanism

Materials

Ash, Birch, Rosewood

Early 19th Century Regency Two Pedestal Dining Table
Located in Essex, MA
. Two original leaves to extend length. Original tip top mechanisms on each section. Fully Extended
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century Regency Two Pedestal Dining Table
Early 19th Century Regency Two Pedestal Dining Table
$12,800
H 28.5 in W 124 in D 48.25 in
Early 19th Century Regency Mahogany Tilt-Top Breakfast Table
Located in Charlottesville, VA
casters. Retains its original brass catch mechanism and shows elegant craftsmanship throughout
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Art Nouveau Silver Plique-à-Jour Iris Pendant with Mirror, Circa 1900
Located in Braintree, GB
: Female bust with iris flower, plique-à-jour enamel in wave brick pattern Mechanism: Hinged back revealing
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Mechanism

Materials

Silver

Large 19th Century French Wooden Clock Face
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large and heavy 19th Century French wooden clock face. With a mechanism on the box, which could be
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

Large 19th Century French Wooden Clock Face
Large 19th Century French Wooden Clock Face
$12,706
H 65.36 in Dm 65.36 in
Mid 19th c. Brass Fireplace Roasting Bottle Jack
Located in San Francisco, CA
from England dates from the mid 1800's. The original brass key winds up the spring mechanism and works
Category

Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Sugarloaf Sapphire Flower Brooch
Located in Winter Springs, FL
gold mechanism for secure wear, but the brooch itself remains in exceptional antique condition
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Mechanism

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Citrine, White Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Pair of 19th century Swedish ragwork painted gate leg tables
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
mechanism. Expected losses to paintwork which could be restored, but we are offering them in original
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Mechanism

Materials

Pine, Paint

Pair of 19th century Swedish ragwork painted gate leg tables
Pair of 19th century Swedish ragwork painted gate leg tables
$2,918 / set
H 30.25 in W 34.5 in D 34 in
19th c. Round Birch Table on Turned Legs
Located in Nantucket, MA
tigering. Possibly had a draw mechanism and leaf at one time. Nova Scotia.
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Late 19th Century Canadian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Birch

19th c. Round Birch Table on Turned Legs
19th c. Round Birch Table on Turned Legs
$1,425
H 30.5 in W 42 in D 41.5 in
Early 20th Century English Leather-Clad Folding Pole Ladder
Located in Charlottesville, VA
nailhead trim. The piece features a clever folding mechanism integrated at the base, allowing the ladder to
Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Antique Oak Bankers Swivel Desk Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
curved back, contoured seat, swivel / leaning mechanism and wheels for ease of moving. Dimensions
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood, Oak

Antique 11'5ft Victorian Flame Mahogany Extending Dining Table 19th Century
Located in London, GB
mechanism signed J.Fitter. It stands on four elegantly carved and fluted legs that terminate in their
Category

1870s English Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Large Impressive Cast Iron Articulating Kerosene Chandelier - Newley Wired
Located in Peekskill, NY
. The lamp still has the original pull-down mechanism and the drop can be changed by pushing a lever at
Category

Mid-19th Century American Eastlake Antique Mechanism

Materials

Iron

Hand Made Bespoke Silver Art Deco Sphinx Lift Arm Lighter w/ Geometric Inlay
Located in Van Nuys, CA
reveal the mechanism and then using the thumb roller to ignite. Its functionality seamlessly blends with
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1920s American Antique Mechanism

Materials

Silver

19th-C. English Carved & Painted Pine Faux Bamboo Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Kennesaw, GA
appropriate wear through the piece. The locks do not work, and on some, the mechanism is missing. A very
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Mid-19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Mechanism

Materials

Pine

Large English Antique Dining Room Table
Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL
swivel mechanism. The entire system works well and is very solid. The table is on casters. Beautiful
Category

1860s High Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Mahogany

Large English Antique Dining Room Table
Large English Antique Dining Room Table
$6,673
H 29.14 in W 142.52 in D 53.94 in
Victorian Extending Dining Table with 2 Leaves
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Invention, it extends the table by means of a winding mechanism which is operated with its own handle, the
Category

1860s Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Sapele Wood

Fine Early 19th C. Geo. III Figured Mahogany Bowfront Hepplewhite Sideboard
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
mechanism. )
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Early 19th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

Double-leaf door in lacquered wood, painted panels, italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
simply painted. It has a push-open mechanism but no frame, as it was originally mounted directly on the
Category

18th Century Italian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Poplar

Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps Folding Ladder Chair, Vienna, 1900s
Located in Vienna, AT
ladder or step chair with a simple folding mechanism. It features a side hook that locks the structure
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Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

European Extendable Square Dining Table Louis XV Style
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
when necessary. The mechanism, discreetly integrated into the structure, respects the classic
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Mechanism

Materials

Wood

English Extendable Dining Table, Mahogany, circa 1860
Located in Berlin, DE
the mechanical mechanism for extending the table needs repair. The dining table is ideal as a dining
Category

1870s English Antique Mechanism

Materials

Brass

English Extendable Dining Table, Mahogany, circa 1860
English Extendable Dining Table, Mahogany, circa 1860
$4,582 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30.71 in W 60.24 in D 52.37 in
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Antique Mechanism For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique mechanism for your home. Each antique mechanism for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique mechanism — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique mechanism is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Georgian and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one antique mechanism that is appealing in its simplicity, but Asprey International Limited, Charles Frederick Hancock and Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Mechanism?

An antique mechanism can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,334, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $125,340.