Flip Clock Vintage
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic, Lucite
1970s Japanese Space Age Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
1970s Japanese Space Age Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Aluminum
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Chrome
1930s American Art Deco Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
1970s Japanese Space Age Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic, Acrylic, Lacquer
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Aluminum
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Metal, Steel
1980s Industrial Flip Clock Vintage
Steel
1980s Industrial Flip Clock Vintage
Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Glass, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
20th Century American Art Deco Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic, Acrylic
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Acrylic, Rosewood
1960s Italian Industrial Flip Clock Vintage
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Plastic
1970s Japanese Space Age Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
1960s Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
1960s French Space Age Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
20th Century Japanese Space Age Flip Clock Vintage
Glass, Plastic
1970s French Space Age Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
20th Century Italian Flip Clock Vintage
Aluminum
1940s American Art Deco Flip Clock Vintage
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Flip Clock Vintage
Murano Glass
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Flip Clock Vintage
Cedar
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Beech, Birch, Elm
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Steel, Nickel
Late 19th Century Swiss Flip Clock Vintage
Walnut
1970s American Space Age Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Brass
1920s French Flip Clock Vintage
Alabaster
1920s French Art Deco Flip Clock Vintage
Glass
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Flip Clock Vintage
Cedar
1930s Italian Art Deco Flip Clock Vintage
Velvet, Wood, Burl
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Space Age Flip Clock Vintage
Velvet, Fiberglass
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Cane, Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flip Clock Vintage
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Flip Clock Vintage
Brass
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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.
- How does a flip clock work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021The flip clock works on the split-flap mechanism wherein the pages or tiles are attached to a wheel. There are dedicated sections for hours and minutes for clear indication. It operates on an electric motor that moves with the help of a reduction gear train.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Flip clocks are sometimes called flap clocks. However, flip clock is the more commonly used name. They feature separate hour and minute numbers that flip over to mark the passage of time. Remigio Solari invented the flip clock system in 1948. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of flip clocks.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage is a somewhat interpretable term for older clocks. If a clock is over 100 years old, it can officially be considered antique, but vintage is a bit more open of a term. Many collectors consider around 50 years old to be vintage, but a more open concept is that if the clock could not be reproduced today, it could be considered vintage. On 1stDibs, find an array of beautiful vintage and antique clocks.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if a clock is vintage, look for a maker's mark. From there, you can consult trusted online resources to determine who produced your clock. Then, by reviewing the manufacturer's catalogues, you can get a rough idea of when the maker produced similar clocks. For a clock to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. Clocks made 100 years ago or earlier are antique. Another way to date your clock is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and antique clocks.
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