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French Art Deco Star Clock by Bayard, 1930s
French Art Deco Star Clock by Bayard, 1930s

French Art Deco Star Clock by Bayard, 1930s

By Bayard

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco clock by Bayard, France, 1930s. Brass, marble and glass. Thick front and back glass

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

JAZ French Art Deco Bakelite Clock, 1930s
JAZ French Art Deco Bakelite Clock, 1930s

JAZ French Art Deco Bakelite Clock, 1930s

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco clock by JAZ, France, 1930s. Bakelite, metal and glass. Measures: Height: 6.4

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bakelite

Bayard French Art Deco Table Clock, 1930s
Bayard French Art Deco Table Clock, 1930s

Bayard French Art Deco Table Clock, 1930s

By Bayard

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco clock by Bayard, France, 1930s. Brass, marble and glass. Thick front and back glass

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

Bayard French Art Deco Table Clock, 1930s
Bayard French Art Deco Table Clock, 1930s

Bayard French Art Deco Table Clock, 1930s

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco clock by Bayard, France, 1930s. Brass, bakelite and glass. Brass body. Bakelite

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Bayard French Art Deco Swivelling Table Clock, Black Dial, 1930s
Bayard French Art Deco Swivelling Table Clock, Black Dial, 1930s

Bayard French Art Deco Swivelling Table Clock, Black Dial, 1930s

By Bayard

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco clock by Bayard, France, 1930s. Swivel brass black dial. Marble base. Rounded glass

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

Art Deco Clock Garniture signed Limousin, circa 1930.
Art Deco Clock Garniture signed Limousin, circa 1930.

Art Deco Clock Garniture signed Limousin, circa 1930.

Located in London, GB

A French Art Deco clock garniture, signed Limousin. Patinated spelter and Portoro and Violet Breche

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Vintage 1930s French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Bayard, French Art Deco Round Clock, 1930s
Bayard, French Art Deco Round Clock, 1930s

Bayard, French Art Deco Round Clock, 1930s

By Bayard

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco clock by Bayard, France, 1930s. Brass and metal frame. Plastic back and rounded

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Chrome Modernist Clock
French Art Deco Chrome Modernist Clock

French Art Deco Chrome Modernist Clock

By Jaz

Located in Devon, England

certainly one of the main suppliers of French Art Deco clocks to the market. This clock is a delightful size

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Original 1930s French Art Deco Bakelite Clock By Blangy
Original 1930s French Art Deco Bakelite Clock By Blangy

Original 1930s French Art Deco Bakelite Clock By Blangy

By Blangy

Located in Devon, England

Original 1930s French Art Deco clock made by Blangy. Beautiful ivory colored Bakelite case with

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bakelite

1930s Art Deco Alarm Clock by Jaz
1930s Art Deco Alarm Clock by Jaz

1930s Art Deco Alarm Clock by Jaz

By Jaz

Located in Devon, England

Very stylish 1930s French Art Deco clock by the clock makers JAZ. All chrome casing and plinth with

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Bayard French Art Deco Round Clock, 1930s
Bayard French Art Deco Round Clock, 1930s

Bayard French Art Deco Round Clock, 1930s

By Bayard

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

this beautiful period piece, we only have one. French Art Deco clock by Bayard, France, 1930s. Brass

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Glass & Brass Clock by JAZ Modele Depose, 8 Day Reserve, 1930s, France
Art Deco Glass & Brass Clock by JAZ Modele Depose, 8 Day Reserve, 1930s, France

Art Deco Glass & Brass Clock by JAZ Modele Depose, 8 Day Reserve, 1930s, France

By Jaz

Located in Biebergemund, Hessen

Very elegant French Art Deco clock with circular convex clear glass face with beveled edge, frosted

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

Bronzed Art Deco Clock Set with Stylized Squirrel Sculptures and Onyx Base
Bronzed Art Deco Clock Set with Stylized Squirrel Sculptures and Onyx Base

Bronzed Art Deco Clock Set with Stylized Squirrel Sculptures and Onyx Base

Located in Lisse, NL

Rare and wonderful French Art Deco clock with squirrel sculptures. If you are looking for a rare

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Enamel, Spelter

Art Deco Bulle Wall Station Clock
Art Deco Bulle Wall Station Clock

Art Deco Bulle Wall Station Clock

Located in Vienna, AT

This clock was produced in the years 1920s by Bulle Clock in France. Patented in France by Maurice

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Clocks

Materials

Steel

Art Deco French Onyx Clock
Art Deco French Onyx Clock

Art Deco French Onyx Clock

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

An elegant Art Deco clock of geometric design, in beautifully figured specimen amber brown, white

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Marble

French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock
French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock

French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock

Located in Vienna, AT

French Art Deco marble mantel clock still in original condition. Fully working conditon.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

1930s Art Deco French Marble Clock
1930s Art Deco French Marble Clock

1930s Art Deco French Marble Clock

By DEP

Located in Devon, England

Very striking 1930s Art Deco French clock. The case is solid multicolored marble, the bezel and

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Metal

1930s French Art Deco Figural Clock
1930s French Art Deco Figural Clock

1930s French Art Deco Figural Clock

Located in Devon, England

1930s Art Deco highly stylised Clock adorned by 2 Pharaoh dogs in pewter with silver plate which

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Art Deco French Mantle Clock by DEP
Art Deco French Mantle Clock by DEP

Art Deco French Mantle Clock by DEP

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

An Art Deco mantle clock by DEP, France. Eight day movement, stylised numerals set in pink marble

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble

Art Deco Rose Gold Mirror Marble Clock in Fornasetti Style, 1930s, France
Art Deco Rose Gold Mirror Marble Clock in Fornasetti Style, 1930s, France

Art Deco Rose Gold Mirror Marble Clock in Fornasetti Style, 1930s, France

By S. Marti & Cie, Fornasetti

Located in Biebergemund, Hessen

Very elegant French Art Deco clock with convex mirror dial in style of Fornasetti. The clock

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Picture Frames

Materials

Marble

French Art Deco Marble Mantle Clock
French Art Deco Marble Mantle Clock

French Art Deco Marble Mantle Clock

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Beautiful and in working condition, this Art Deco mantle clock will add a touch of vintage whimsey

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20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Stone, Marble, Metal, Bronze

Art Deco Large French Electric Wall Clock
Art Deco Large French Electric Wall Clock

Art Deco Large French Electric Wall Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

Art Deco Large industrial French wall clock. Painted dial with Arabic numerals signed ‘Charvet

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

French Art Deco Table / Mantle Clock, 1920
French Art Deco Table / Mantle Clock, 1920

French Art Deco Table / Mantle Clock, 1920

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

This French Art Deco table/desk clock, circa 1920, is a timeless piece that combines style and

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Large French Burlwood Art Deco Mantel Clock
Large French Burlwood Art Deco Mantel Clock

Large French Burlwood Art Deco Mantel Clock

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Large decorative burlwood Art Deco mantel clock Clockwork is not completed, this clock is for

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Burl

Large French Art Deco Solid Marble Clock
Large French Art Deco Solid Marble Clock

Large French Art Deco Solid Marble Clock

Located in Devon, England

Extremely attractive and totally authentic 1930s Art Deco wind up clock. Originating from France

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock, 1925
French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock, 1925

French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock, 1925

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

these beautiful pieces. French Art Deco mantel clock in the style of Süe & Mare, France, circa 1925

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

French Art Deco Pink Marble Mantel Clock
French Art Deco Pink Marble Mantel Clock

French Art Deco Pink Marble Mantel Clock

By Sue et Mare

Located in Atlanta, GA

A stunning 1930s French Art Deco mantel clock in the style of Sue & Mare. The geometric case is

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Metal, Bronze

French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock, 1920
French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock, 1920

French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock, 1920

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco mantel clock. Marble, onyx, brass and glass. Superb red and white marble with ochre

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

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Onyx, Marble, Brass

French Bulle Electric Clock Swedish Cut Crystal Glass Dome c.1930 Art Deco
French Bulle Electric Clock Swedish Cut Crystal Glass Dome c.1930 Art Deco

French Bulle Electric Clock Swedish Cut Crystal Glass Dome c.1930 Art Deco

Located in Sweden, SE

Legendary creation of French inventors and Swedish glass works cooperation from Art Deco epoque

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Charles Lemanceau French Art Deco Elephant Clock, 1930s
Charles Lemanceau French Art Deco Elephant Clock, 1930s

Charles Lemanceau French Art Deco Elephant Clock, 1930s

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Art Deco elephant clock by Charles Lemanceau, France, 1930s. French Art Deco ceramic. Measures

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal

Art Deco High Quality French Mantle Clock, c1930
Art Deco High Quality French Mantle Clock, c1930

Art Deco High Quality French Mantle Clock, c1930

Located in Devon, England

For your consideration is this fabulous 1930's Art Deco French Mantle clock with a superb modernist

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Art Deco Wall Clock
Art Deco Wall Clock

Art Deco Wall Clock

Located in Vienna, AT

The clock is in perfect condition, no major scratches, no glass scratched. painted black aluminum

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Art Deco Skyscraper Four Glass Crystal French Clock
Art Deco Skyscraper Four Glass Crystal French Clock

Art Deco Skyscraper Four Glass Crystal French Clock

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

An elegant Art Deco clock of geometric 'skyscraper' design in beautiful specimen Portoro marble

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Chrome

French Art Deco Ben Hur Mantel Clock, ca.1930
French Art Deco Ben Hur Mantel Clock, ca.1930

French Art Deco Ben Hur Mantel Clock, ca.1930

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Art Deco mantel clock set by Odette Berlot & Yvonne Mussier (Vierzon, 1927-1940), France, ca

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Chrome 'Skyscraper' Clock
Art Deco Chrome 'Skyscraper' Clock

Art Deco Chrome 'Skyscraper' Clock

Located in Norwich, GB

Art Deco ‘Skyscraper’ clock Fine Art Deco mantel clock surmounted by a gilded flying seagull

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Chrome

French Art Deco Bakelite Jaz Clock
French Art Deco Bakelite Jaz Clock

French Art Deco Bakelite Jaz Clock

By Jaz

Located in Devon, England

Very attractive and totally authentic 1930s Art Deco French bakelite clock by Jaz. Condition is

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bakelite

Brass Art Deco Wall Clock
Brass Art Deco Wall Clock

Brass Art Deco Wall Clock

Located in Vienna, AT

The clock is in perfect vintage condition, no major scratches, no glass scratched. Formerly a

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass, Copper, Steel

Art Deco French Chrome 8 Day Mantle Shelf Clock Red
Art Deco French Chrome 8 Day Mantle Shelf Clock Red

Art Deco French Chrome 8 Day Mantle Shelf Clock Red

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a marvelous, French Deco, mantel (fireplace) or shelf clock. In excellent

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Moderne Marble Bookends Mantle Clock, French, circa 1930s
Art Deco Moderne Marble Bookends Mantle Clock, French, circa 1930s

Art Deco Moderne Marble Bookends Mantle Clock, French, circa 1930s

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Art Deco moderne marble bookends mantle clock, with stepped and graduated marble books and bookends

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

Large Art Deco Rare Modernist French Mantle Clock, circa 1930
Large Art Deco Rare Modernist French Mantle Clock, circa 1930

Large Art Deco Rare Modernist French Mantle Clock, circa 1930

Located in Devon, England

Aside the appearance and super rarity of this marvelous Art Deco clock on first viewing, one can't

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco French Clock by Menneville 'Ugo Cipriani, 1897 – 1960'
Art Deco French Clock by Menneville 'Ugo Cipriani, 1897 – 1960'

Art Deco French Clock by Menneville 'Ugo Cipriani, 1897 – 1960'

By Menneville

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

A large and superb Art Deco clock by Menneville (Urgo Cipriani), circa 1930. It features a stylish

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20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Metal

Marble Chimney Mantel Art Deco Clock
Marble Chimney Mantel Art Deco Clock

Marble Chimney Mantel Art Deco Clock

Located in Vienna, AT

Marble and patinated cast metal. Art Deco, 1920s-1930s. Measure: Width 47 cm. Rebuild to battery

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

Art Deco French 8 Day Marble Mantle Clock, c1930's
Art Deco French 8 Day Marble Mantle Clock, c1930's

Art Deco French 8 Day Marble Mantle Clock, c1930's

Located in Devon, England

For your consideration is this very charming Art Deco 8 day clock, originating from France and

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass, Spelter

French Art Deco Bakelite Clock by JAZ
French Art Deco Bakelite Clock by JAZ

French Art Deco Bakelite Clock by JAZ

By Jaz

Located in Devon, England

Fabulous Art Deco clock by JAZ a French clock maker. This clock is in a deep cherry red with black

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bakelite

French Bakelite Art Deco Clock by Bayard
French Bakelite Art Deco Clock by Bayard

French Bakelite Art Deco Clock by Bayard

By Bayard

Located in Devon, England

. Originating from France this wonderful clock is the epitome of Art Deco with its fabulous shaped case. The

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Glass, Bakelite

Art Deco Chrome Clock by Dep, France
Art Deco Chrome Clock by Dep, France

Art Deco Chrome Clock by Dep, France

By DEP

Located in Devon, England

In as near mint condition as you can hope for is this superb 1930s Art Deco clock by French clock

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

20th Century, French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock and Candle Holder
20th Century, French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock and Candle Holder

20th Century, French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock and Candle Holder

Located in LEGNY, FR

Exceptionnal Art deco Mantel clock in marble and brass representing a women with her two dogs on a

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

French 1930s Art Deco Miniature Chrome Clock
French 1930s Art Deco Miniature Chrome Clock

French 1930s Art Deco Miniature Chrome Clock

Located in Devon, England

Art Deco numerals and crisp chrome case makes this a very stylish clock we think. Works perfectly

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Bayard French Art Deco Table Clock, 1930s
Bayard French Art Deco Table Clock, 1930s

Bayard French Art Deco Table Clock, 1930s

By Bayard

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Art Deco clock by Bayard, France, 1930s. Very rare shape, almost impossible to find. Brass, marble

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

1930s Art Deco French Clock by Dep
1930s Art Deco French Clock by Dep

1930s Art Deco French Clock by Dep

By DEP

Located in Devon, England

Very striking 1930s Art Deco French clock by Dep. The case is solid multicolored onyx, the bezel

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

French Art Deco Chrome Clock by Jaz
French Art Deco Chrome Clock by Jaz

French Art Deco Chrome Clock by Jaz

By Jaz

Located in Devon, England

. Very attractive dial with highly stylized Art Deco numerals. We've had this clock fully serviced by our

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

French 1930s Art Deco Miniature Chrome Clock
French 1930s Art Deco Miniature Chrome Clock

French 1930s Art Deco Miniature Chrome Clock

Located in Devon, England

Art Deco numerals and crisp chrome case makes this a very stylish clock we think. Works perfectly

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Art Deco French Clock by Jaz, c1930
Art Deco French Clock by Jaz, c1930

Art Deco French Clock by Jaz, c1930

Located in Devon, England

Superb 1930s Art Deco chrome and Bakelite clock made by the Jaz company. This clock is in

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Large Art Deco French Bakelite Mantle Clock by JAZ, circa 1930s
Large Art Deco French Bakelite Mantle Clock by JAZ, circa 1930s

Large Art Deco French Bakelite Mantle Clock by JAZ, circa 1930s

By Jaz

Located in Devon, England

This is the daddy of true 1930s Art Deco clocks. Made in France by the very collectable JAZ company

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Marble Mantel French Bronze Clock with Garniture, circa 1920
Art Deco Marble Mantel French Bronze Clock with Garniture, circa 1920

Art Deco Marble Mantel French Bronze Clock with Garniture, circa 1920

Located in Miami, FL

Art Deco clock with ornamentals carved motifs and bronze legs. Measurements: Clock H 9.25 in, D

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

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Marble

Rare Marble & Onyx Art Deco Alarm Clock by Dep, France,  c1930
Rare Marble & Onyx Art Deco Alarm Clock by Dep, France,  c1930

Rare Marble & Onyx Art Deco Alarm Clock by Dep, France, c1930

By DEP

Located in Devon, England

Superb and totally authentic 1930s Art Deco Solid Marble clock with the most fantastic geometric

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Brass

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French Art Deco Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal French art deco clock for your home. Each French art deco clock for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and stone. If you’re shopping for a French art deco clock, we have 507 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the French art deco clock you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right French art deco clock, those designed in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. JAZ, René Lalique and Bayard each produced at least one beautiful French art deco clock that is worth considering.

How Much is a French Art Deco Clock?

Prices for a French art deco clock start at $250 and top out at $155,000 with the average selling for $1,463.

A Close Look at Art Deco Furniture

Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.” 

ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
  • Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
  • Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
  • Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory

ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.

Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.

The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)

Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.

From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.

The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.

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.