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Victorian Dining Table Extending Mahogany 10 Seater 1860
Victorian Dining Table Extending Mahogany 10 Seater 1860

Victorian Dining Table Extending Mahogany 10 Seater 1860

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Telescopic Wind Out Mechanism to Accept up to 2 Extra Leaves The Table will Seat 10 People when Fully

Category

1860s Victorian Antique Wind Up

Materials

Mahogany

Italian 19th century Carrara and Vert de Patricia marble statue of Galatea
Italian 19th century Carrara and Vert de Patricia marble statue of Galatea

Italian 19th century Carrara and Vert de Patricia marble statue of Galatea

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

the wind and companion to the nymphs fell in love with Galatea, but she was in love with a mortal

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Wind Up

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

19th Century French Directoire Hand Painted Tole Table Lamp
19th Century French Directoire Hand Painted Tole Table Lamp

19th Century French Directoire Hand Painted Tole Table Lamp

Located in Dallas, TX

, while decorative vines adorned with foliage and flowers gracefully wind their way up the column. The

Category

Late 19th Century French Directoire Antique Wind Up

Materials

Tôle

Giant Victorian Dining Table Seats 24 by Samuel Hawkins 1860
Giant Victorian Dining Table Seats 24 by Samuel Hawkins 1860

Giant Victorian Dining Table Seats 24 by Samuel Hawkins 1860

Located in Potters Bar, GB

by Way of a Telescopic Action with a Double Wind Out Mechanism to Accept up to 8 Extra Leaves to Give

Category

1860s Victorian Antique Wind Up

Materials

Mahogany

A Italian 19th century white Carrara marble statue of Galatea and Pan
A Italian 19th century white Carrara marble statue of Galatea and Pan

A Italian 19th century white Carrara marble statue of Galatea and Pan

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

the gold of the wind and companion to the nymphs fell in love with Galatea, but she was in love with a

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Wind Up

Materials

Carrara Marble

19th Century Bronze Sculpture Of A Lady Mantel Clock
19th Century Bronze Sculpture Of A Lady Mantel Clock

19th Century Bronze Sculpture Of A Lady Mantel Clock

Located in Guaynabo, PR

lady is seated over a chaise adorned with acanthus leaves, garland of fruits and a wind god mask. She

Category

19th Century French Antique Wind Up

Materials

Bronze

Extending Victorian Dining Table Mahogany, 1850
Extending Victorian Dining Table Mahogany, 1850

Extending Victorian Dining Table Mahogany, 1850

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Carved Legs with Original Brass Castors. The Table Extends By Way Of a Telescopic Wind Out Mechanism to

Category

1850s Victorian Antique Wind Up

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Musical circa 1880 Black Forest Hand Carved Fox Whip Hook Glass Eyes
Antique Musical circa 1880 Black Forest Hand Carved Fox Whip Hook Glass Eyes

Antique Musical circa 1880 Black Forest Hand Carved Fox Whip Hook Glass Eyes

By Black Forrest

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

wind it up, leave it on the wall, then pull the hook down and it plays music, they are wonderfully

Category

1880s Swedish Black Forest Antique Wind Up

Materials

Wood

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Cherub Signed Statues
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Cherub Signed Statues

Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu Cherub Signed Statues

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

waist. The other cherub has a draped garment, billowing in the wind, with his two arms up in the air

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Wind Up

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Original circa 1920's Asprey London Chinoiserie Mantle Clock Lovely Decoration
Original circa 1920's Asprey London Chinoiserie Mantle Clock Lovely Decoration

Original circa 1920's Asprey London Chinoiserie Mantle Clock Lovely Decoration

By Asprey & Garrard Limited

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

ever produced, Asprey’s The clock is a manual wind, I have wound it up and let it run whilst I was

Category

1920s English Chinoiserie Antique Wind Up

Materials

Wood

Antique Fine Asian Ceremonial Indian Cast Bronze Puja Spoon 19th C.
Antique Fine Asian Ceremonial Indian Cast Bronze Puja Spoon 19th C.

Antique Fine Asian Ceremonial Indian Cast Bronze Puja Spoon 19th C.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

”). While still a baby, Hanuman, the child of a nymph by the wind god, tried to fly up and grab the Sun

Category

19th Century Tibetan Antique Wind Up

Materials

Bronze

French Lemire Bronze Cherub Sculpture-L.Marti Et Cíe Black Marble Mantel Clock
French Lemire Bronze Cherub Sculpture-L.Marti Et Cíe Black Marble Mantel Clock

French Lemire Bronze Cherub Sculpture-L.Marti Et Cíe Black Marble Mantel Clock

By Charles G. Lemire

Located in Guaynabo, PR

to wind it up. In the back, there is a round glass brass bordered lid to access the clock machinery

Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Wind Up

Materials

Bronze

Standing Engel
Standing Engel

Standing Engel

Located in Wien, Wien

simple headband. As if puffed up by the wind, the hair, which is sometimes streaked in parallel

Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique Wind Up

Materials

Sandstone

Italian Baroque Figural Pricket Candlesticks
Italian Baroque Figural Pricket Candlesticks

Italian Baroque Figural Pricket Candlesticks

Located in Hudson, NY

faces and hands with wind swept clothes. Raised up on architectural plinths the bases are further

Category

19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Wind Up

Materials

Wood

Stunning Tall Hand-Carved Sculpture of Rearing Horse and Foal
Stunning Tall Hand-Carved Sculpture of Rearing Horse and Foal

Stunning Tall Hand-Carved Sculpture of Rearing Horse and Foal

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

movement and flow about it with the main blowing in the wind, mouth open and legs up high I was told

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Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Antique Wind Up

Materials

Wood

Pulver Wind Up One Cent Chewing Gum Dispenser Vending Machine
Pulver Wind Up One Cent Chewing Gum Dispenser Vending Machine

Pulver Wind Up One Cent Chewing Gum Dispenser Vending Machine

By Pulver Company Inc. 1

Located in Denver, CO

Red Pulver porcelain one cent chewing gum dispenser featuring "the yellow kid". Wind up mechanism

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Wind Up

Materials

Glass, Porcelain

1924 Illinois Mechanical Watch, USA
1924 Illinois Mechanical Watch, USA

1924 Illinois Mechanical Watch, USA

Located in Hove, GB

An American Illinois & Co. men wind-up wrist watch with snake skin straps and original box! In

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Wind Up

Cast Iron Mantle Clock
Cast Iron Mantle Clock

Cast Iron Mantle Clock

Unavailable|$700

Cast Iron Mantle Clock

Located in Toronto, ON

Victorian wind up still works. Great shape, good letter font and great gold colored embellishments on the

Category

19th Century American Victorian Antique Wind Up

Materials

Iron, Metal, Brass

Large Viennese Secession Table Clock Made of Brass
Large Viennese Secession Table Clock Made of Brass

Large Viennese Secession Table Clock Made of Brass

By Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Wien, AT

(rubbered). Art Nouveau clock movement. Coil gong every half an hour. Key to wind up the clock is

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Wind Up

Materials

Brass

Brass Carriage Clock by J. E.Caldwell & Co.
Brass Carriage Clock by J. E.Caldwell & Co.

Brass Carriage Clock by J. E.Caldwell & Co.

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Cookeville, TN

wind up and work. Keeps time pretty accurately. Also has an alarm mechanism that does work.

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Antique Wind Up

Materials

Brass, Enamel

French carriage clock signed A Blacher paris, dated: ca 1850
French carriage clock signed A Blacher paris, dated: ca 1850

French carriage clock signed A Blacher paris, dated: ca 1850

By Atelier Paris

Located in Zonhoven, BE

activate the striking. In the movement you find also an alarm which you can wind up on the front and which

Category

1850s French Louis Philippe Antique Wind Up

Materials

Brass

Henry Marc Mantel Clock from 1850
Henry Marc Mantel Clock from 1850

Henry Marc Mantel Clock from 1850

By Henry Marc

Located in Senden, NRW

a half and at a full hour. The key to wind up the piece is available. Wonderful representation of

Category

1850s French Antique Wind Up

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

French antique Art Nouveau 18K gold ivy leaves ruby ring
French antique Art Nouveau 18K gold ivy leaves ruby ring

French antique Art Nouveau 18K gold ivy leaves ruby ring

Located in Versailles, FR

head mirrors the natural growth pattern of ivy as it winds its way up walls, creating a harmonious

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Wind Up

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Double Sided Wind-Up Easel - France, 19th Century
Double Sided Wind-Up Easel - France, 19th Century

Double Sided Wind-Up Easel - France, 19th Century

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

An oak double-sided artist's easel with adjustable height and adjustable angle rests, on an H-shaped frame. On casters.

Category

19th Century French Antique Wind Up

French Wind Up Automobile Penny Toy, circa 1900-1910
French Wind Up Automobile Penny Toy, circa 1900-1910

French Wind Up Automobile Penny Toy, circa 1900-1910

Located in Incline Village, NV

Upon winding up the mechanism underneath at the bottom of the toy, the old car will race around the track, as the circular sphere undulates, encouraging the car to continue. The toy ...

Category

Early 1900s French Folk Art Antique Wind Up

Materials

Tin

Early 20th Century Mechanical Wind Up French Singing Bird Cage Automaton
Early 20th Century Mechanical Wind Up French Singing Bird Cage Automaton

Early 20th Century Mechanical Wind Up French Singing Bird Cage Automaton

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

. Through a fixed key wind at the bottom of the cage, the birds swivel their heads and flap their tail

Category

Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Wind Up

Materials

Brass

Tramp Art Wooden Clock
Tramp Art Wooden Clock

Tramp Art Wooden Clock

Located in Troy, MI

This elaborate wooden tramp art clock case opens to accomodate a vintage wind-up clock which is

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Wind Up

Materials

Wood

Antique French Singing Bird Cage Automaton, Circa 1890
Antique French Singing Bird Cage Automaton, Circa 1890

Antique French Singing Bird Cage Automaton, Circa 1890

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique French automaton offers singing bird in cage with scroll and foliate decoration, wind-up

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Wind Up

Materials

Metal

1920s Art Deco Pery Diamond and Platinum Ladies Wristwatch
1920s Art Deco Pery Diamond and Platinum Ladies Wristwatch

1920s Art Deco Pery Diamond and Platinum Ladies Wristwatch

Located in Hicksville, NY

watch has manual wind up movement. This ultra feminine, diminutive mini watch is perfect for daily wear

Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Antique Wind Up

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

19th Century Victorian Revolving Walnut Piano Stool
19th Century Victorian Revolving Walnut Piano Stool

19th Century Victorian Revolving Walnut Piano Stool

Located in Richmond, Surrey

Dimensions: Diameter: 12/5 inches – 32 cm Height / Top Wind-down: 18.5 inches – 47 cm Height/ Top Wind-up

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Wind Up

Materials

Walnut

Antique German Inlaid Music Box
Antique German Inlaid Music Box

Antique German Inlaid Music Box

Located in Stamford, CT

A crank wind up Marquetry Inlaid Music Box. Turn of the Century. Plays nurmous songs. The teeth

Category

Early 20th Century German Antique Wind Up

Antique Brass Bird Cage Desk Clock Circa 1910
Antique Brass Bird Cage Desk Clock Circa 1910

Antique Brass Bird Cage Desk Clock Circa 1910

Located in Big Flats, NY

embossed base, lower bird acts as the pendulum while upper bird spins with the time, wind-up, c1910

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Wind Up

Materials

Brass

19th Century Mantel Clock
19th Century Mantel Clock

19th Century Mantel Clock

Located in Opole, PL

gloriette. The mechanism is winded up with a key. The clock face is closed with a convex glass. This

Category

19th Century European Antique Wind Up

Materials

Mahogany

Tiffany & Co. Platinum, Diamond, and Ruby Ladies Pocket Watch
Tiffany & Co. Platinum, Diamond, and Ruby Ladies Pocket Watch

Tiffany & Co. Platinum, Diamond, and Ruby Ladies Pocket Watch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany & Co Platinum, Diamond, and Ruby Ladies Pocket Watch. Gorgeous pocket watch with wind up

Category

1920s American Antique Wind Up

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Art Deco English Mirror Mantle Clock
Art Deco English Mirror Mantle Clock

Art Deco English Mirror Mantle Clock

Located in Devon, England

in a pinky /peach coloring, looks very glamorous. Gold tone bezel and plinth. Wind up movement which

Category

Mid-19th Century English Art Deco Antique Wind Up

Materials

Brass

Pair of 18th Century Louis XV Beech and Blue Fabric Armchairs
Pair of 18th Century Louis XV Beech and Blue Fabric Armchairs

Pair of 18th Century Louis XV Beech and Blue Fabric Armchairs

Located in Paris, FR

, decorated with foliage and fruits. The armrests wind up and inward toward the backrest, and the legs arch

Category

18th Century French Louis XV Antique Wind Up

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Art Deco English Glass Mantle Clock
Art Deco English Glass Mantle Clock

Art Deco English Glass Mantle Clock

Located in Devon, England

tone bezel and plinth. Wind up movement which we've just had professionally serviced so comes to you in

Category

Mid-19th Century English Art Deco Antique Wind Up

Materials

Brass

19th Century A.D. Mougin Mantel Clock
19th Century A.D. Mougin Mantel Clock

19th Century A.D. Mougin Mantel Clock

By A.D. Mougin

Located in Opole, PL

clock face is porcelain and hand painted. The mechanism is winded up with a key. Presented clock is

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Wind Up

Materials

Onyx, Metal

19th Century French Mantel Clock, Signed H. Lefoye
19th Century French Mantel Clock, Signed H. Lefoye

19th Century French Mantel Clock, Signed H. Lefoye

Located in Opole, PL

winded up with the key; strikes every full and half an hour. Dimensions with the shade: Height 62 cm

Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Wind Up

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Late 19th Century Vases in Marble and Gilt Bronze
Pair of Late 19th Century Vases in Marble and Gilt Bronze

Pair of Late 19th Century Vases in Marble and Gilt Bronze

Located in Paris, FR

bronze Louis XV-style Rocaille, foliage, flowers, and seeds that wind up around the paunch of the marble

Category

1880s French Louis XV Antique Wind Up

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Art Nouveau Jewelry Music Box Hand Carved, France, circa 1900
Art Nouveau Jewelry Music Box Hand Carved, France, circa 1900

Art Nouveau Jewelry Music Box Hand Carved, France, circa 1900

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

. The fully functional musical mechanism can be easily winded up with an extra key on the bottom of the

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Wind Up

Materials

Oak

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Antique Wind Up For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique wind up you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every antique wind up was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique wind up — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each antique wind up bearing Folk Art, Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique wind up that is appealing in its simplicity, but Pulver Company Inc. and Wolverine Suppy and MFG. CO produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Wind Up?

Prices for an antique wind up start at $60 and top out at $6,449 with the average selling for $267.
Questions About Antique Wind Up
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, you don’t have to wind a Rolex watch as long as you are wearing it regularly. Rolex watches feature a Perpetual rotor that collects energy from the wrist’s movement and converts it into power for the watch. Browse a collection of expertly authenticated Rolex watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How a wind-up toy works relies on a part called a torsion spring. When you turn the knob or key, tension builds up on the torsion spring. When you stop winding, the accumulated energy sets an inner gear in motion that powers the movement of the toy. Find a collection of antique and vintage wind-up toys on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wind a Rolex Datejust, set the crown notch (located on the right hand side of the face) to position one. To set it to position one, turn the crown counterclockwise to unscrew the crown and pop the crown out one notch. From this position, start to wind the Rolex by turning the crown clockwise. You should feel a bit of tension and hear a soft clicking sound. Browse a wide selection of Rolex Datejust watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To begin to wind a Rolex Datejust, unscrew the winding crown fully. Then, turn the crown in a clockwise direction at least 25 times for a partial winding. Because the watch self-winds as you move, you usually only need to wind a Rolex Datejust before the first wear or if you let several days pass between wears. You’ll find a large selection of Rolex Datejust watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most Rolex watches use a Perpetual rotor which means that they do not need winding if worn regularly. If you have not worn your watch in some time, you can manually wind it by unscrewing the crown to the winding position and turning it clockwise about 20 times. Make sure to screw the crown back into place after winding to reestablish its waterproof qualities. Shop a collection of authentic Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wind a Piaget watch, pull out the winding crown located on the side. Turn it clockwise until you detect resistance. For a full wind, you will normally need to twist about 20 times. On 1stDibs, find a range of Piaget watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    North Wind chairs feature a mythical figure, such as a fantasy creature or animal, carved into the top back. The chair was meant to protect a space from evil spirits. On 1stDibs, find a selection of North Wind chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To wind a banjo clock, insert the key into the winding point. Turn the key in a clockwise fashion until the winding mechanism disengages. If you no longer have the winding key, see an experienced clock repair shop for assistance. You'll find a variety of banjo clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To wind an Elliott clock, first, find the slot in the back. Insert the key or crank and turn until the winding mechanism doesn't move anymore. Avoid forcing the mechanism any further to prevent damage. On 1stDibs, shop a range of clocks from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To wind a Rolex watch, first fully unscrew the winding crown. Once it is in a raised position, carefully turn the crown clockwise. Most watches require 25 turns for enough winding to begin powering the watch. The instructions included with Rolex watches provide more information about how to wind specific models. Shop a large collection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wind a Rolex Oyster, set the crown notch (located on the right hand side of the face) to position one. To set it to position one, turn the crown counterclockwise to unscrew the crown and pop the crown out one notch. From this position, start to wind the Rolex by turning the crown clockwise. You should feel a bit of tension and hear a soft clicking sound. Browse a selection of well-vetted Rolex Oyster watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are legends and evidence of wind-up toys and sculptures dating back to antiquity, but modern wind-up dolls were being made in large quantities by the 19th century. Shop a collection of antique wind-up toys from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Gone With the Wind lamps are chamber or hurricane lamps. They are characterized by their hand-painted globes with decorative floral motifs. Shop a collection of antique Gone With the Wind lamps from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Wind-up toys are sometimes called mechanical toys or clockwork toys. The earliest examples date back to 15th-century Germany, where Karel Grod produced a number of mechanical toys. Shop a collection of antique vintage wind-up toys on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Wind a vintage Omega watch by twisting the crown at the side in a clockwise direction. Stop winding once you feel the movement of the crown stop. Browse a range of authenticated vintage and contemporary Omega watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To wind a Vacheron Constantin, turn the winding crown clockwise until you sense some resistance. Typically, manual-winding watches require daily winding. You usually won't have to wind a self-winding timepiece unless you do not wear it for a day or two. Shop a range of Vacheron Constantin watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To wind an Ansonia mantel clock, first insert the key into the center winding point, usually found on the back. Then, turn the key clockwise until the winder no longer turns. Repeat the process in the right winding point to set the quarter-hour charm and the left winding point to set the hour strike. You'll find a range of Ansonia clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To manually wind your Patek Philippe watch, locate the crown and rotate it clockwise 30 to 40 times. Stop as soon as you feel resistance to avoid overwinding — this is important, as overwinding can potentially damage your watch. Find an assortment of vintage manual Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How often you need to wind your Patek Philippe watches depends on what type of movement system it has. Normally, you’ll need to wind a mechanically wound watch every morning before you put it on. Self-winding watches receive power from your movements. Unless you don't wear your watch for a period of 36 to 48 hours or more, you should only need to wind it once before you slip it on for the first time. Explore a wide range of Patek Philippe watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A key-wind pocket watch is a type of portable timepiece produced from the early 19th century through the middle of the 19th century. It features a mechanism that requires regular winding with a device called a winding key. Shop a range of key-wind pocket watches on 1stDibs.