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Balance Clocks

Beautiful Quality Marble and Bronze Signed Three Piece 1920s era Clock Set
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
gilt bronze details. Their proportions and ornamentation balance the central clock perfectly, creating
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Vintage 1920s Neoclassical Revival Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Louis XVI Marble Gold Ormolu Gilt Bronze Cercle Tournant Mantel Clock
Located in London, GB
Antique Louis XVI Marble Gold Ormolu Gilt Bronze Cercle Tournant Mantel Clock French, Late 18th
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Enamel, Ormolu

Fine Marble French Art Deco Mantle Clock Set with Garnitures, circa 1920
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
clock exudes balance and refinement. The accompanying garnitures, with their urn-like shapes and stepped
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

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Breccia Marble

Fine Marble French Art Deco Mantle Clock Set with Garnitures, circa 1920
Fine Marble French Art Deco Mantle Clock Set with Garnitures, circa 1920
$1,196 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 8.5 in W 17 in D 5 in
19th Century Gilt and Patinated Bronze Three Piece Clock Set by Victor Pierret
By Victor Athanase Pierret
Located in Long Island City, NY
designed and crafted calendar clocks, watch calibers, temperature compensated balances for chronometers
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

Mahogany Carriage Clock by James McCabe
By James McCabe
Located in New Orleans, LA
This solid mahogany traveling clock with balance wheel escapement was crafted by celebrated London
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Antique 19th Century English Other Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Mahogany Carriage Clock by James McCabe
Mahogany Carriage Clock by James McCabe
$26,850
H 9.25 in W 6 in D 5.38 in
Continental Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Clock, signed Imperial
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
additional patinated Bronze cherub balancing himself on the clock while handing a flaming torch above his
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20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Swiss Gilt-Brass with Painted Swiss Landscape Oval Desk Clock
Located in Delft, NL
facet cut glass and has Arabic numeral. An 8 jours clock with balance wheel escapement The clock is
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Early 20th Century Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

19th Century Eight-Day Miniature Gilt-Brass Carriage Clock with Original Case
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
movement has a silvered cylinder platform escapement with hairspring balance and regulation. The clock
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Panerai Luminor Marina PAM01048 Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch
By Panerai
Located in New York, NY
small seconds at 9 o’clock for perfect balance. A classic Luminor configuration that pairs Panerai’s
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Vacheron Constantin 18k Yellow Gold Hand Wind Men's Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in New York, NY
12 o’clock. Slim dauphine hands and a sub-seconds register above 6 o’clock add balance and refinement
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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Unworn Rolex 1908 Reference# 52508, Complete set, 2025
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
subdial at 6 o’clock adds balance and depth, while the sword-shaped minute hand and distinctive ring
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Unworn TAG Heuer Aquaracer Reference# WBP2110.BA0627, Complete set, 2025
By TAG Heuer
Located in New York, NY
hands and markers filled with Super-LumiNova® for optimal readability. A date display at 6 o’clock
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Unworn TAG Heuer Aquaracer Reference# WBP2111.BA0627, Complete set, 2025
By TAG Heuer
Located in New York, NY
, while a discreet date window at 6 o’clock balances the design. The sapphire crystal with anti-reflective
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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1940's Gruen Curved Watch Yellow Gold Filled
By Gruen
Located in Wailea, HI
Arabic numerals and a subsidiary seconds register at 6 o’clock, adding both balance and function to the
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

10k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold

Zenith El Primero Grande Class Chronograph Automatic 18K Rose Gold Black Watch
By Zenith
Located in Miami, FL
, and running seconds. The date window is subtly placed between 4 and 5 o'clock for balance.
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Fine French Ormolu Travel Clock Lézé à Paris, circa 1850
Located in Amsterdam, NL
duration of eight days. It has Swiss club-tooth lever escapement and a compensated balance. The clock
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Antique 19th Century French Clocks

Very Early German Late 16th Century Chamber Clock, Circa 1580
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Very early imposing German late 16th-century chamber clock with balance wheel escapement and alarm
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Antique 16th Century German Renaissance Wall Clocks

Materials

Iron

Vintage Atmos Jaeger le Coultre Mantle Clock, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
centre revealing the jewelled movement, sword hands and milled balance. It is a lovely clock which
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Late 20th Century Swiss Clocks

Antique Carved Black Forest Mantel Clock, circa 1885
By Black Forest
Located in Dallas, TX
ebenist and the carving is meticulously detailed. The clock works well, however, all clocks need balancing
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Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Mantel Clocks

Materials

Wood

Vintage Atmos Jaeger le Coultre Mantle Clock, 1970
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
hands and milled balance. It is a delightful clock which never needs winding. Provenance
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Atmos Jaeger LeCoultre Mantle Clock, 20th Century
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
milled balance. It is a delightful clock which never needs winding. Provenance: Bishton Hall
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Atmos Jaeger Le Coultre Mantle Clock, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
the jewelled movement, sword hands and milled balance. It is a delightful clock which never needs
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mantel Clocks

Omega Mid Century Electro-Mechanical 'Rocketline' Desk Clock
By Omega
Located in London, GB
An iconic midcentury Electro-Mechanical desk clock, Rocket Line No. 5556. This is a very stylish
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal

Original Painted Swedish Mora Grandfather Clock, dated 1814
Located in Round Top, TX
1814 around the face create visual balance while this 7.5' tall clock rests on tapered feet. It is the
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Long...

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Glass, Wood, Paint

Vintage Atmos Jaeger le Coultre Mantle Clock, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
four glass mantel skeleton clock bearing their engraved signature on the movement and circa 1960 in
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Vincent Berard Ltd Edition Balancier Mysterieux Left-Handed Grey Skeleton Watch
Located in Mayfair, London, London
between 1 and 2 0'clock, balance wheel display at 3 0'clock, lunar cycle indicator between 4 and 5 0'clock
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tudor Clair De Rose Date 26mm Steel White Dial Box+Papers 2021 Ref: 35200
By Tudor
Located in București, București
, creates an ethereal glow that is both captivating and graceful. The signature rose emblem at 12 o'clock
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2010s Romanian Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Audemars Piguet Millenary Women's Manually Wound Watch 77249BC.ZZ.A102CR.01
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Southampton, PA
slightly beneath, the ?zebra?-patterned dial allows a glimpse of the balance wheel at nine o?clock while
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthère 1310 – 2000 Ladies 27mm
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Roman numerals. A date aperture sits at the 5 o’clock position, maintaining balance and elegance. This
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Early 2000s European Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthère 1310 – 2000 Ladies 27mm
Cartier Panthère 1310 – 2000 Ladies 27mm
H 1.07 in W 1.07 in Dm 1.07 in
Gucci Stainless Steel Mod 9040 L Wrist Watch Black Dial
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
. A discreet date window sits at 6 o'clock, perfectly balancing the dial's clean symmetry. On the
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2010s Swiss Wallets and Small Accessories

Vintage Atmos Jaeger LeCoultre Perpetual Mantle Clock Box & Papers 20th Century
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
movement, sword hands and milled balance. The clock comes in its original fitted brown leather box with
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mantel Clocks

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Brass

Baume & Mercier Malibu Stainless Steel Date Quartz Men's Watch Ref. MV045045
By Baume & Mercier
Located in New York, NY
contrasting black Roman numeral hour markers, slim hands, and a discreet date display at 6 o’clock, balancing
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20th Century Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

English Space Age Streamline Olivette Mechanical 8 Day Clock by Smiths
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Port Hope, ON
This beautifully streamlined design mechanical 8 day floating balance clock is the "Olivette" by
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Vintage 1960s British Space Age Clocks

Materials

Chrome

A Rare French Directoire Blue Enamel, Ormolu and White Marble Skeleton Clock with Balance and Calendar by Gaston Joly circa 1795
By Gaston Joly
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
skeletonised plates, below visible balance in a subframe with adjustment and counterpoise to the cruth
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Directoire Clocks

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Marble

George III Mahogany tall case clock
Located in New York, NY
Fine George III mahogany tall case clock with well balance proportions and decorative details
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Clocks

Materials

Brass

Italian Three-Piece Brass Garniture Clock Set
Located in Paradise Point, Queensland
Italian three-piece brass garniture clock set. German balance movement Chimes on the hour and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Rococo Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Italian Three-Piece Brass Garniture Clock Set
Italian Three-Piece Brass Garniture Clock Set
H 23.63 in W 14.18 in D 6.3 in
Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Annual Calendar
By Omega
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
o'clock position. The watch is powered by an automatic movement. • Guaranteed to be 100% authentic
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Breitling Avenger Ii Seawolf
By Breitling
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
and features luminous indexes at 12, 6, and 9, with a date display at 3 o'clock balancing out the
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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20th Century Cubist Figurative Prints

Materials

Linocut

Louis XV Nightstands/Side Tables with Heart Detail C1950s France
Located in Trensacq, FR
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Night Stands

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Wood

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Louis XV Nightstands/Side Tables with Heart Detail C1950s France
$1,525 / set
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French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Figural Ormolu Clock Garniture, Raingo Frers
By Raingo Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Mantel Clocks

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Louis XIV Style Figural Ormolu Clock Garniture, Raingo Frers
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$38,950 Sale Price / set
48% Off
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One-Off Winsor & Newton Queen Elizabeth Jubilee Sterling Silver 1977 Artist Box
By Windsor & Newton
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely one of a kind Winsor & Newton 1977 Queen Elizabeth Jubilee presentation with sterling silver plaques and boxes Calamander wood Artist b...
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20th Century English Early Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Unique Pair 19th Century Gilt Bronze "Japonisme" Candelabra by Maison Marnyhac
By Maison Marnyhac 1
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Unique Pair of Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze “Japonisme” Ten Light Candelabra by Maison Marnyhac Maison Marnyhac Floral decorated vase shaped body with handles, sitting on three...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Art Deco French Clock Set, Greyhound
By Michel Decoux
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
A stunning original French Art Deco clocks set, circa 1925. It features a beautifully captured figure of a greyhound, cubist in the manner of Michel Decoux (1837-1924). The case is a...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

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Marble, Metal

Art Deco French Clock Set, Greyhound
Art Deco French Clock Set, Greyhound
$1,806 Sale Price
25% Off
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Marc Chagall (1887-1985) "Daphnis Discovers Chloe"
By Marc Chagall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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1960s Abstract Expressionist Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Large French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock
By Demetre Chiparus
Located in Vienna, AT
French Art Deco marble mantel clock still in original condition. Bronzed metal, ivory imitation and various types of stone, in the Demetre Chiparus art, France, first half of the 20...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

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Marble, Brass

Large French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock
Large French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock
$2,980
H 11.03 in W 25.2 in D 7.09 in
Italian imperial Louis XVI watch triptych 1970s
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
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20th Century Italian Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Italian imperial Louis XVI watch triptych 1970s
Italian imperial Louis XVI watch triptych 1970s
$5,884
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
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By Kerman
Located in New York, NY
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Early 20th Century Persian Kirman Persian Rugs

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Wool

Fine French Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze and Rock Crystal Chandelier, 20th Century
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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20th Century French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants

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Amethyst, Rock Crystal, Bronze

Louis XVI Style Marble and Bronze Clock Garniture
Located in Essex, MA
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Louis XVI Style Marble and Bronze Clock Garniture
Louis XVI Style Marble and Bronze Clock Garniture
$1,850 / set
H 13 in W 6.75 in D 4.75 in
German Mahogany and Ormolu Figural Bracket Clock. W. & H. Sch., Circa 1890
By Winterhalder and Hofmeier
Located in Charleston, SC
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Antique 1890s German Victorian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

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Brass, Ormolu, Steel

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By Maison Marquis, Languereau
Located in New York, NY
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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks

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Enamel, Bronze

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Located in Long Island City, NY
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Table Lamps

Materials

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Located in Norwich, GB
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

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Marble

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Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock
$4,817
H 15.5 in W 22.75 in D 5.5 in
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Balance Clocks For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of balance clocks for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct balance clocks — often made from metal, brass and stone — can elevate any home. There are 80 antique and vintage balance clocks for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 32 modern editions to choose from as well. Balance clocks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Balance clocks made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made balance clocks over the years, but those made by Mark Sturkenboom, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Alex de Witte are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Balance Clocks?

Prices for balance clocks start at $159 and top out at $682,618 with the average selling for $8,132.