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Mid-Century Modern Style Sunburst Atomic Wall Clock By Kenneth Wingard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A striking wall clock designed by Kenneth Wingard to evoke the nostalgia of 1950s-style Sunburst
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Spartus Atomic Wall Clock! Hyper-Rare NOS Unused & Mint!
By Spartus Clocks
Located in Peoria, AZ
Time Warp! 1959 Sputnik Styled Spartus Wall Clock New Old Stock! Mint Vintage Condition! This
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal

Howard Miller Iconic Clock by George Nelson
By Howard Miller
Located in Riverdale, NY
Iconic and classic Howard Miller ball clock from the 1950's by George Nelson. Wonderful Atomic
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal

1950s Frederic Weinberg Wrought Iron Wall Sculpture of a Fencer
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Miami, FL
made with leather, sheepskin, or woven wicker; Atomic Age–-style clocks; and sculptural table lamps
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Wrought Iron

Martyl Suzanne Schweig Langsdorf, 1917-2013, “View Near Winchester, England”
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
created the Doomsday Clock image for the June 1947 cover of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists. Her
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Vintage 1960s Paintings

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Paper

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By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Textile

Flush Mount Brass and Glass Chandelier 8 Arms, Stilnovo Style, Low Ceiling Best
By Stilnovo, Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This chandelier is specifically designed for low ceilings, with a height of only 13 inches (32 cm). The arms and shade holders are made of brass, while the central part is made of me...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Metal, Brass

Articulated Sconce Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo Style Solid Brass Black and White
By Stilnovo, Arredoluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This exquisite sconce is a nod to the timeless pieces crafted by mid-century modern Italian studios Arteluce and Stilnovo in the 1950s, but with a unique and distinctive design that ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...

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Brass, Metal, Aluminum

Danish Midcentury Teak double bed with Cane headboard by Hans Wegner for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegantely shaped double bed model GE 701 designed by Hans Wegner in the 1960s and produced by Getama. The headboard is made of woven cane and has floating side tables with black gla...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Cane, Teak

Metal Wall Plaques of Stylized Wine Bottles By Sexton
By Sexton
Located in Hanover, MA
1950's wall plaques made of colorfully enameled cast metal in form of stylized wine bottles. Various configurations possible as some are singles while others are doubles and triples...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

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Metal

Marshmallow Sofa by George Nelson Associates
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in 성동구, KR
The icon of post-war design, the Marshmallow sofa epitomizes an optimistic and heroic moment in American history. Designed by Irving Harper and George Nelson in 1954-56, the sofa bre...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal

Marshmallow Sofa by George Nelson Associates
Marshmallow Sofa by George Nelson Associates
H 27.56 in W 51.97 in D 33.86 in
George Nakashima Grass Seat Stool
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nakashima Grass Seat Stool Re-oiled surface and Sea Grass seat Redone at Nakashima studio.
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Vintage 1960s American Stools

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Walnut

George Nakashima Grass Seat Stool
George Nakashima Grass Seat Stool
H 12.5 in W 18 in D 16 in
1980s Citizen Japanese Blue Steel Retro Vintage Industrial Antique Quartz Clock
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Citizen super tanker slave clock original blue finish. A reclaimed and restored maritime slave clock also called secondary clock of superior build quality. These clocks were us...
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Industrial Wall Clocks

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Steel, Cut Steel, Chrome

Junghans Mid-Century Golden Sunburst Brass Table Desk Clock, Germany, 1950s
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
A wonderful Atomic Starburst Hollywood Regency table or desk clock from the 1950s, executed by Junghans Germany. The clock has a beautiful withe and pastel yellow clocks face with go...
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Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Brass

21st Century Contemporary Side Coffee Center Round Table in Wood Marquetry
Located in Porto, PT
Austria Side Table is perfect for an artsy and luxury interior design project. A modern side table made in marquetry and it can be customized to meet your style and favorite wood col...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables

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Wood

Gladiator In Bronze - Brown Patina - Attributed To émile Louis Picault - 19th
By Émile Louis Picault
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
An antique French sculpture in brown patinated bronze depicting an ancient gladiator wearing a cloak and wielding a sword. This very fine representation is attributed to Émile Louis ...
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Antique 19th Century French Greek Revival Figurative Sculptures

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Bronze

George Nelson Mid Century Ball Clock in Brass and Wood
By George Nelson
Located in Weesp, NL
Interestingly, while nearly all of the designs that came out of George’s studio were attributed to him, many were actually designed by him and his team. Some were even designed solel...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Brass

Rare Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Brass Giraffes & a Brass Lion, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Rare Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Brass Giraffes & a Brass Lion, 1960s The proportions are wonderfully genuine, the horse amazingly high and the eye-catcher par excellence. The gira...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Leather

George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa
By George Nelson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nelson Marshmallow sofa, model 5670 Manufactured by Herman Miller A great example of an iconic form.
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Vintage 1950s American Sofas

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Chrome, Stainless Steel, Steel

George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa
George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa
H 31 in W 51.25 in D 31 in
Vintage Metal Tree Wall Art Sculpture Mid-Century Modern
By Curtis Jeré
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage metal tree wall art, three trees. Comes ready to hang.    
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art

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Metal

Original 1960s Nisse Strinning teak string shelf with 2 shelves and one cupboard
By Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in München, DE
Original 1960s Nisse Strinning String teak wall shelf with a depth of 20cm and 30cm. Made in Denmark. Two ladders are with two boards with depth of 20cm Two ladders are 30 cm dee...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

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Mid-Century Atomic Design Enamel Face Wall Clock
Located in Mount Penn, PA
Comet like slatted wood and brass ball and stick wall clock with a key wind mechanism. Bright white
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Starburst France Vintage Wall Clock by Forestville
By Forestville
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration: Mid-Century Modern atomic starburst France, wall clock by Forestville
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Wall Clocks

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Brass

Elgin Mid-Century Modern Atomic Sunburst Starburst Retro Wood Wall Clock
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Mid-Century Modern wood and brass sunburst wall hanging clock with battery operated works
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Sunburst Vintage Red Ball Clock
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
In the style of Herman Miller, this iconic ball clock features solid wood red balls in a sunburst
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Wood

French Modern Atomic Wall Clock by Flash Transistor France, 1960s
By PRIM Clocks
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Atomic age French wall clock circa 1960s French flash transistor wall clock France Mid-Century
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Atomic Sunburst Clock
By Elgin Clocks
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern sunburst clock, circa 1960s. This collectible piece is made by Elgin and has a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Atomic Starburst Clock
By Welby Clock Co.
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century atomic starburst wall clock in walnut and brass. This piece includes original mechanism
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Brass

1950s Atomic Starlite Clock
By Haddon Products
Located in Soquel, CA
Dramatic eight-point back lit black and gold Mid-Century Modern/atomic clock by Haddon Products
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Gold Plate, Base Metal

George Nelson for Howard Miller Vintage Modern Multicolor Atomic Ball Wall Clock
By George Nelson
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Iconic, vintage modern multicolor atomic ball clock designed by George Nelson for the Howard Miller
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Carved Cork Wall Clock Art
Located in Redding, CT
Non working Mid-Century Modern carved cork wall clock art. Atomic in design this walnut framed
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal

Birchwood Wall Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This modernist wall clock is an original design by George Nelson for Howard Miller. Roman numerals
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Birch

Geometric Wall Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A geometric wall clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller. The hands that keep the time on this
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Plastic

Vintage Wall Ball Clock Designed by George Nelson for Vitra
By Vitra, George Nelson
Located in San Diego, CA
Klassik Mid-Century Modern, Atomic age vintage wall clock designed by George Nelson for Vitra
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Wall Starburst Clock Designed by George Nelson for Vitra
By Vitra, George Nelson
Located in San Diego, CA
Klassik Mid-Century Modern, Atomic age vintage wall clock designed by George Nelson for Vitra
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal

Vintage Wall Ball Clock Designed by George Nelson for Vitra
By Vitra, George Nelson
Located in San Diego, CA
Klassik Mid-Century Modern, Atomic age vintage wall clock designed by George Nelson for Vitra
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Junghans Mid-Century Modern Golden Sunburst Brass Wall Clock, Germany, 1960s
By Junghans Uhren GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
A round Atomic Starburst Hollywood Regency wall clock from the 1960s, executed by Junghans Germany
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Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Wall Clocks

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Brass

Spartus Starburst Clock with Circular Detail and Brass Spheres, circa 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful starburst clock by Spartus from the Atomic Age era. Finished in a brass tone with a
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Acrylic

A Fine Mid Century Italian Brass Wall Clock
Located in NYC, NY
A very unusual cast brass Atomic Age wall clock with wonderful organic biomorphic Burt shape with
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Clocks

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Brass

Rare NuTone Atomic Wall Clock Chime
Located in Southfield, MI
Extremely rare vintage NuTone clock and door chime combination, dating to 1957. Rendered in
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Vintage 1950s American Wall Clocks

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Stainless Steel

Massive Lighted Atomic Style Wall Clock
By Spartus Clocks
Located in North Hollywood, CA
With a nod to George Nelson, this fantastic sculptural clock takes the design to extremes. With a
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Frederic Weinberg Large Mid Century Atomic Ball Wall Clock
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare Large Size Frederic Weinberg Wall Hanging Clock. Constructed of an enameled metal frame with
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Vintage 1950s American Wall Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Atomic Ball Clock by Frederick Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in New York, NY
A retro Atomic Ball clock comprising a brass body with white enamel hands and black enamel arms
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Vintage 1950s American Wall Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Large 1960's Signed Brass & Copper Wall Clock Sculpture
By Simmons Company Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large 1960's brutalist style copper & brass wall sculpture clock signed Simmons. The copper face
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Clocks

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Brass, Copper

1950s "Welby" Starburst Wind-Up Metal Wall Clock, Germany
By Welby Clock Co.
Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba
A stunning starburst eight-day wind-up metal wall clock from the 1950s Mid-Century Modern era by
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Brass, Metal

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Finding the Right wall-clocks for You

Antique, new and vintage wall clocks have become available over the years in a diverse range of materials, such as wood, metal and glass, as well as styles from mid-century modern to Industrial.

Wall clocks have been designed by acclaimed creators and manufacturers such as Howard Miller Clock Company, Junghans Uhren GmbH, Pragotron and more. The Ball clock and Sunflower clock, which were created by designer Irving Harper in George Nelson’s studio during the mid-century era, are known to design enthusiasts and have become highly collectible over the years.

Whether you want an antique timepiece or one that will match a modern motif, you are sure to find one to suit any home or office decor.

The wall clocks of today have come a long way from the mechanical timepieces that originated in the 14th century. One of the most famous clocks from this era was made by Italian astronomer and physician Giovanni de’ Dondi and took approximately 16 years to complete. By the 17th century, wall clocks were popular luxury objects for the home.

Wall clock choices are not limited to just something that keeps time. A 19th-century bronze cartel clock and barometer set is an elegant addition to a foyer, while a vintage world-map clock allows you to see the time in several locations at once. Cleverly designed clocks have been created for all manner of tastes over the years.

On 1stDibs, you will find wall clocks and other types of antique and vintage clocks from various time periods, from Louis XV to Art Deco, and from all over the world, including Germany, France, the United Kingdom and elsewhere. Bring a touch of class and personality into your living room or dining room with a unique timepiece.

Questions About Atomic Wall Clock
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, atomic clocks really work. In fact, they can be very precise timekeepers. When exposed to radiation, electrons get “excited” and move. A detector in atomic clocks keeps track of the changes in atomic energy states and when it reaches a specific level, a second is ticked off. Shop a collection of atomic clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A regulator wall clock is a wall-mounted clock invented in the late 18th century. These types of clocks are weight-driven, regulated by a swinging pendulum.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    There is no single best brand of wall clock. When choosing a wall clock, consider the size, style and whether it requires electricity or a battery. On 1stDibs, find a variety of wall clocks from creators like Pragotron, Gents of Leicester and others.