Antique Mystery Clock

(Robert Houdin 1805-1870) A very rare tall Houdin mystery clock from around the mid-19th century

Rare French, gold bronze swinging arm clock mounted on an onyx column with gold bronze acorn finial

A gold bronze statue of a Grecian Woman, supported by a royal rouge marble clock. Gold bronze

griotte marble circular base. These imposing clocks were very much in demand during the great exhibition

catalogue p. 275 and in: Derek Roberts, 'Mystery, novelty and fantasy clocks', Atglen, Pennsylvania, United

exhibition catalogue p. 275 and in: Derek Roberts, 'Mystery, novelty and fantasy clocks', Atglen

century with many iconic designs such as mystery clocks, Tutti Frutti jewelry and the Panthère line. In

" p328 or Roberts "Mystery, Novelty and Fantasy Clocks" p215

This stunning French mystery clock by A.R. Guilmet is a delight to behold, combining captivating

An unquestionable horological rarity, this regal gilt bronze mystery clock is the work of Jean

A very good quality French bronzed Spelter mystery clock, depicting a classically draped women

A beautiful example of French horology at its finest, this conical pendulum mystery clock was

This is an exceptional and rare clock by the famous French magician and inventor of the 'mystery

Neoclassical Figural Swinging Ball Mystery Clock “Diana The Huntress” C1890. Measures - 24.75"H x 5.5"W x 8

Very fine quality and large Early 19 century French gilt bronze mystery clock retailed by M.I

. Workings such as these led to the phrase mystery clocks. Farcot made only a few small clocks using the

This rare and elegant 19th-century French mystery clock is crowned by a graceful Neoclassical

Standing at 3 1/2 ft in height this is the rare large version of the French swinging mystery clock

Exceptional 19th century, French 'Three Graces' annular dial clock, bronze and marble clock, with

One of the rarest and most sought-after of the great mystery clocks, the Gübelin turtle mystery

An incredibly rare 19th century horizontal table mystery clock with single hand by German

face itself is the same as the 19th-century mystery clocks although those are usually in pendulums

corresponding hours and minutes. Also classified as a mystery clock, the figure's hands appear to be free of any

Rosewood and Ormolu Lyre clock with mystery pendulum French, circa 1850 Excellent condition

bezel surrounding the clock forms the mystery pendulum, as the clock ticks the jeweled bezel moves from

A rare E. Gubelin Swiss made floating turtle mystery table clock made circa 1900 fitted with a very

Case: 17 5/8" wide x 17 1/2" deep x 24 5/8" high Reference: Mystery, Novelty & Fantasy Clocks

Case: 17 5/8" wide x 17 1/2" deep x 24 5/8" high Reference: Mystery, Novelty & Fantasy Clocks,1999

clock is pictured on page 256 of Mystery, Novelty, Fantasy Clocks by D. Roberts, circa 1895

) clock a functional work of art. This clock is pictured on page 74 of mystery, novelty and fantasy

Dans le Monde, 1994, Tardy On Identifying and Appraising Clocks, 1991, Martha Tips Mystery, Novelty and

would add magical flair to any mantel. A very similar clock is featured on the back cover of Mystery

exceptional, working condition. A similar clock is pictured on page 269 of Mystery, Novelty, Fantasy Clocks

Mystery, Novelty, Fantasy Clocks by D. Roberts. Marked "Breveté S.G.D.G" circa 1895 Measures: 7 1

circular aperture adds a touch of mystery, a remnant of the clock's past life. This statuesque timepiece

‘Mystery Clocks’ (Cartier being the other) and their desk and mantel clocks were unquestionably some of the

A late 19th century French swinging putto ‘mystery’ clock. The clock drum has a gilded bronze bezel

Here we are offering a fantastic mystery Ferris wheel bearing ball driven crystal regulator clock

French spelter mystery clock, Diana the huntress,

An early 20th century elephant mystery clock, circa 1920. An unusual and interesting piece.

Mystery clock by Andre Romain Guilmet, circa 1880, three legs compass on world clock.

Large and impressive 19th century gilded and patinated mystery clock. The statue signed Henri Godet

A fine and rare patinated and gilt bronze mystery clock by Jean Eugene Robert-Houdin, Paris, mid

This stunning bell striking movement by S. Marti has a Brocot escapement and is attached to a complex counter-balanced pendulum mounted to the side and connected to the child above, ...

the largest and most complex. Ref: For additional information on Industrial Clocks see: ‘Mystery

depicted in Derek Roberts' 'Mystery, Novelty & Fantasy Clocks' Book. This very rare piece has a mainspring

Junghans kangaroo mystery clock Germany, circa 1910. Wooden base supports a cast metal kangaroo in

An 8 day original brass and metal elephant mystery clock, with swinging pendulum, enamel dial with

A fine gilt bronze P.E. Guerin Louis XVI style with ormolu garlands & rosettes over fluted legs glass top coffee / cocktail table 41 3/8"L x 27 1/2"W x 16 1/4"H.

Sculpture gilded peacock handmade in precious porcelain one by one, feather by feather. Each feather is unique. Made with shiny porcelain, hand-painted with 24-karat gold and preciou...

This large English porcelain vase, made during the Regency period, is campana-shaped and beautifully balanced in form. The vase is hand-painted with a lush bouquet of pink and yello...

Excellent and complete set of 50 Volumes of The Waverley Novels by Sir Walter Scott. Boston: Ticknor and Fields, 1857; The Household Edition. Finely bound in half leather with mar...

This red coral specimen, with flowing lines and organic form, is a beautiful example of how the work of nature can be, and has been, celebrated as art. The coral has been mounted on ...

Sculptural Art Deco pendant lamp, Italy, 1930s. One-piece Murano glass diffuser with a marble effect in light blue and white tones, and with black veins. Silver chromed metal structu...

Set of 12 English porcelain botanical plates, Spode, circa 1900.

Rose blossom sculpted entirely by hand starting from a solid block of rare rose quartz. Dimensions: approximately D 12 x H 12 cm. Available in different marbles, onyx and quartzite...

Excellent rendition of a Tiffany style lamp, bronze with a conch shell shade. Beautifully cast with a deep bronze patina. In cord switch with a dimmer. Truly a special lamp.

Rene Lalique clear and frosted glass 'Chrysis' car mascot (radiator cap). Features a naked female figure, kneeling, with her head thrown back. In ancient Greece, Chrysis was the prie...

Beautiful and also practical in size Bauhaus style clock. Over the years we have sold a number of striking (no pun intended) Art Deco clocks, but rarely one as timeless, as stylish,...

Good size and beautifully carved, wooden Black Forest stag sculpture. From the posture it is obvious that this impressive stag, with his head turned up, is attempting to attract and...

This luxurious and rare table clock is the essence of Art Deco style. Retailed at the renowned J. E. Caldwell & Co., this exceptional timepiece is comprised of a French clock mov...

Monumental and important Renaissance Palladio dining room set all in solid hand-carved walnut from a Palladian Palace in Vicenza of a Venetian patrician family. The back of the show...

Chest of drawers is made out of fine walnut wood. It has four-narrow drawers with round chrome handles and one wide drawer on the bottom. Chest is elevated by the rectangular base. H...

No Screw No Glue is an iconic range of furniture and objects designed by Joost Van Bleiswijk in which the components are laser cut and assembled by slotting the pieces together. As t...