Desk Alarm Clock
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Mantel Clocks
Wood, Softwood
Vintage 1960s Swiss Desk Accessories
Brass
Late 20th Century Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1970s Japanese Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Metal
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Plastic
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Nickel
Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Metal
Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Lapis Lazuli
Vintage 1920s Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Copper
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Enamel, Steel, Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Vintage 1980s French Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass, Enamel
Antique Mid-18th Century Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Chrome
Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Gold Plate
1990s Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Japanese Space Age Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Chrome
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Acrylic, Plastic
Antique Early 19th Century French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Onyx, Brass
Vintage 1970s German Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Plastic
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Glass, Bakelite
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Late 20th Century Taiwanese Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Metal
20th Century American Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Vintage 1960s French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass, Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Aluminum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Bakelite
Vintage 1980s Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Chrome
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Bakelite
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Neoclassical Revival Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Table Clocks and Desk Cl...
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Table Clocks and Desk Cl...
Crystal, Bronze
Antique 17th Century German Other Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Chrome
Antique 1850s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Brass
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Copper
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Finding the Right clocks for You
A sophisticated clock design, whether it’s a desk clock, mantel clock or large wall clock for your living room, is a decorative object to be admired in your home as much as it is a necessary functional element. This is part of the reason clocks make such superb collectibles. Given the versatility of these treasured fixtures — they’ve long been made in a range of shapes, sizes and styles — a clock can prove integral to your own particular interior decor.
Antique and vintage clocks can whisk us back to the 18th and 19th centuries. When most people think of antique clocks, they imagine an Art Deco Bakelite tabletop clock or wall clock, named for the revolutionary synthetic plastic, Bakelite, of which they’re made, or a stately antique grandfather clock. But the art of clock-making goes way back, transcending continents and encompassing an entire range of design styles and technologies. In short, there are many kinds of clocks depending on your needs.
A variety of wall clocks can be found on 1stDibs. A large antique hand-carved walnut wall clock is best suited to a big room and a flat background given what will likely be outwardly sculptural features, while Georgian grandfather clocks, or longcase clocks, will help welcome rainswept guests into your entryway or foyer. An interactive cuckoo clock, large or small, is guaranteed to bring outsize personality to your living room or dining room. For conversation pieces of a similar breed, mid-century modern enthusiasts go for the curious Ball clock, the first of more than 150 clock models conceived in the studio of legendary architect and designer George Nelson.
Minimalist contemporary clocks and books pair nicely on a shelf, but an eye-catching vintage mantel clock can add balance to your home library while drawing attention to your art and design books and other decorative objects. Ormolu clocks dating from the Louis XVI period, designed in the neoclassical style, are often profusely ornate, featuring architectural flourishes and rich naturalistic details. Rococo-style mantel clocks of Meissen porcelain or porcelain originating from manufacturers in cities such as Limoges, France, during the 18th and 19th centuries, exude an air of imperial elegance on your shelves or side tables and can help give your desk a 19th-century upgrade.
On 1stDibs, find a range of extraordinary antique and vintage clocks today.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021It is best to carry small alarm clocks when traveling. You’ll want to choose a durable travel alarm clock — one that is portable and packed well to avoid breakage over a long journey. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary travel alarm clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021To make a mechanical alarm clock work, you need to use the wind-up keys or buttons to set the time. Mechanical alarm clocks use an oscillating wheel and springs. Most mechanical alarm clocks come with two bells that ring by means of a gear, powered by the mainspring. The gear moves quickly between the two bells, sounding the alarm. Find vintage alarm clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024How you set your Westclox alarm clock depends on the model. Typically, you begin by pushing the “mode” button and then using the up and down keys to set the hours and minutes. However, specific instructions vary from clock to clock. Searching for your clock's model number can allow you to access step-by-step directions for your particular clock, or you can check the usage instructions that came with your clock. Explore a selection of Westclox clocks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How you set an Arne Jacobsen alarm clock depends on the model. Many of the clocks feature two knobs on the back. One sets the time, and the other controls the alarm. New clocks designed under the Arne Jacobsen name come with instructions that can guide you through the process. You'll find a range of Arne Jacobsen clocks on 1stDibs.
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