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FFR French Mid Century Mechanical Wall Clock in Black Formica, 1950s
FFR French Mid Century Mechanical Wall Clock in Black Formica, 1950s

FFR French Mid Century Mechanical Wall Clock in Black Formica, 1950s

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

Made in France during the 1950s, this FFR mechanical wall clock combines technical precision with refined design.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass, Metal

Vintage Grey Indian Mechanical Wall Clock from HES, 1960s
Vintage Grey Indian Mechanical Wall Clock from HES, 1960s

Vintage Grey Indian Mechanical Wall Clock from HES, 1960s

Located in Kojetice, CZ

Vintage winding wall clock (model Mayur) made by HES in India during the 1960s.It features a grey metal body and a convex clear glass cover with chrome plated frame.

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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Iconic Junghans Vienna Secession Wall Clock attrib. to Adolf Loos
Iconic Junghans Vienna Secession Wall Clock attrib. to Adolf Loos

Iconic Junghans Vienna Secession Wall Clock attrib. to Adolf Loos

By Junghans Uhren GmbH

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

An exceptional and historically significant mechanical wall clock from the height of the Vienna Secession (Wiener Werkstätte) movement, dating to the early 20th century (circa 1910–1...

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Vintage 1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Antique Mechanical Billiard Clock in Oak with Timer by P. O. Pedersen Copenhagen
Antique Mechanical Billiard Clock in Oak with Timer by P. O. Pedersen Copenhagen

Antique Mechanical Billiard Clock in Oak with Timer by P. O. Pedersen Copenhagen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Museum's piece: mechanical clock for 3-cushions billiard. Its is made from oak that has patinated beautiful over the last 100 years. This is how is works. When you remove the 3 billi...

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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wall Clocks

Materials

Oak

19th Century Folk Art Mechanical Clock Painting
19th Century Folk Art Mechanical Clock Painting

19th Century Folk Art Mechanical Clock Painting

Located in Allerum, SE

19th century Folk Art Mechanical Clock Painting with a view of a square in a little town. Painted on wood panel in a gilded frame. Clock maker and artist unknown. Ca 1830 - 50, proba...

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Antique 19th Century Swiss Folk Art Paintings

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

19th Century Swiss Mechanical Clock Painting, Circa 1820
19th Century Swiss Mechanical Clock Painting, Circa 1820

19th Century Swiss Mechanical Clock Painting, Circa 1820

Located in Vero Beach, FL

19th century Swiss mechanical clock painting circa 1820 This antique and unique clock painting is created in oil on metal circa 1820 in Switzerland. This clock painting is an exce...

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Antique 19th Century Swiss Biedermeier Paintings

Materials

Metal

C. 1910 James Rankin Junior Adam Style Eight-Day Mantle Clock with Faux Marble
C. 1910 James Rankin Junior Adam Style Eight-Day Mantle Clock with Faux Marble

C. 1910 James Rankin Junior Adam Style Eight-Day Mantle Clock with Faux Marble

Located in Chicago, IL

The Rankin family was renowned for producing high-quality timepieces, including longcases, walls, and other mechanical clocks. The "Junr" (Junior) designation suggests that James Ran...

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Early 20th Century Scottish Neoclassical Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

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Mid-Century Modern Mechanical Wall Clock
Mid-Century Modern Mechanical Wall Clock

Mid-Century Modern Mechanical Wall Clock

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Mid-Century Modern German mechanical wall clock, Rudolf Posch from Graz, Austria.

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Striped Mechanical Ceramic Wall Clock by Mauthe, Germany
Striped Mechanical Ceramic Wall Clock by Mauthe, Germany

Striped Mechanical Ceramic Wall Clock by Mauthe, Germany

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H 8.75 in W 10.75 in D 1.75 in

Striped Mechanical Ceramic Wall Clock by Mauthe, Germany

By Mauthe

Located in Frisco, TX

Mechanical wall clock from late 1950s or very early 1960s Germany.

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Vintage 1950s German Wall Clocks

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Swiss Clock with Miniature Painting, circa 1930s
Mechanical Swiss Clock with Miniature Painting, circa 1930s

Mechanical Swiss Clock with Miniature Painting, circa 1930s

Located in Redding, CA

A very sweet fully functional bedside clock, the cherub is busy working at his station, each time he raises and drops the Hammer the clock tics away another second the figure. In si...

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Vintage 1930s Swiss Paintings

Materials

Ormolu, Silver Plate

French 19th Century Hand-Carved Oak Wall Clock
French 19th Century Hand-Carved Oak Wall Clock

French 19th Century Hand-Carved Oak Wall Clock

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This mechanical wall clock keeps perfect time provided it is periodically wound and hung levelly.

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Antique 19th Century French Wall Clocks

Materials

Oak

Vintage Swiss Modernist brass Wall Clock
Vintage Swiss Modernist brass Wall Clock

Vintage Swiss Modernist brass Wall Clock

Located in Danville, CA

Stunning and large scale Modernist Wall clock with mechanical works, pendulum, counterweights, and chimes.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Clocks

Industrial Electro-mechanical Programmer Clock as Wall Sculpture
Industrial Electro-mechanical Programmer Clock as Wall Sculpture

Industrial Electro-mechanical Programmer Clock as Wall Sculpture

By Gents of Leicester

Located in Belper, Derbyshire

An Industrial Electro-mechanical programmer by Gents of Leicester, part of their Pulsynetic factory time system. Beautifully made in mainly brass in a polished mahogany case, can be ...

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Early 20th Century British Industrial Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Mechanical Wall Clock
Danish Modern Mechanical Wall Clock

Danish Modern Mechanical Wall Clock

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H 17 in W 12 in D 4 in

Danish Modern Mechanical Wall Clock

By Junghans Uhren GmbH

Located in Denton, TX

The dial has the made in Denmark along the bottom of the dial. The movement is a mechanical made in Germany by Junghans that is powered by the two brass weights and requires winding ...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Blue Bakelite Mechanical Wall Clock from Prim, 1950s
Vintage Blue Bakelite Mechanical Wall Clock from Prim, 1950s

Vintage Blue Bakelite Mechanical Wall Clock from Prim, 1950s

By PRIM Clocks

Located in Kojetice, CZ

Vintage bakelite wall clock was made by Prim in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

Mechanical Wall Clock by Zentra, Germany, 1950s
Mechanical Wall Clock by Zentra, Germany, 1950s

Mechanical Wall Clock by Zentra, Germany, 1950s

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H 6.7 in W 9.85 in D 1.58 in

Mechanical Wall Clock by Zentra, Germany, 1950s

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Wall clock by Zentra made in Germany in the 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Vintage Mechanical Bakelite Maritime Wall Clock from Seth Thomas, 1950s
Vintage Mechanical Bakelite Maritime Wall Clock from Seth Thomas, 1950s

Vintage Mechanical Bakelite Maritime Wall Clock from Seth Thomas, 1950s

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in Kojetice, CZ

Vintage bakelite winding ships wall clock made by Seth Thomas Clock Company in United States during the 1950s .It features a dark brown bakelite case and a clear glass cover. The ori...

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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Glass, Bakelite

Beautiful Design Midcentury Brass Pendulum Wall Clock, Great Condition 1960s
Beautiful Design Midcentury Brass Pendulum Wall Clock, Great Condition 1960s

Beautiful Design Midcentury Brass Pendulum Wall Clock, Great Condition 1960s

Located in Lisse, NL

For those who collect Mid-century mechanical wall clocks in particular, the distinctive character of this piece will be immediately obvious.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

20th Century German Mechanical Regulatory Walnut Wall Clock
20th Century German Mechanical Regulatory Walnut Wall Clock

20th Century German Mechanical Regulatory Walnut Wall Clock

Located in Sofia, BG

20th century German mechanical regulatory walnut wall clock with crystal front door, circa 1940.

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Mid-20th Century German Wall Clocks

German Mechanical Ceramic Wall Clock from Wehrle, 1960s
German Mechanical Ceramic Wall Clock from Wehrle, 1960s

German Mechanical Ceramic Wall Clock from Wehrle, 1960s

Located in Kojetice, CZ

Vintage ceramic winding kitchen wall clock made by Wehrle in Germany during the 1960s.It features a white and blue ceramic body and a convex clear glass cover with brass frame. The o...

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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

20th Century Hermle German Mechanical Regulatory Walnut Wall Clock
20th Century Hermle German Mechanical Regulatory Walnut Wall Clock

20th Century Hermle German Mechanical Regulatory Walnut Wall Clock

Located in Sofia, BG

German engineered clock by Hermle Clocks. This elegant regulator wall clock is made from solid walnut and has been hand polished for the perfect finish. Germany, circa 1940.

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Mid-20th Century German Wall Clocks

Materials

Wood

Vintage German Brass Ships Porthole Nautical Boat Wall Clock Mechanical Movement
Vintage German Brass Ships Porthole Nautical Boat Wall Clock Mechanical Movement

Vintage German Brass Ships Porthole Nautical Boat Wall Clock Mechanical Movement

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid 20th century key wound port hole clock. Features a brass frame with metal dial and glass window. Hangs via 3 screw holes at the base. Marked along the face EW A porthole, som...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Walnut Sunburst Mechanical Wind Up Wall Clock
Beautiful Walnut Sunburst Mechanical Wind Up Wall Clock

Beautiful Walnut Sunburst Mechanical Wind Up Wall Clock

By George Nelson

Located in Rockaway, NJ

George Nelson style circa 1970s walnut sunburst mechanical wind up wall clock.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Mantel Grandfather Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller
Mantel Grandfather Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

Mantel Grandfather Clock by Arthur Umanoff for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a solid oak circa 1975 Howard Miller mechanical pendulum wall clock. It is a model 612, has an 8-day winder and keeps excellent time.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Mantel Clocks

Materials

Brass

Rare French Art Deco Tri-Colour Wood Mechanical Wall Clock by JAZ.
Rare French Art Deco Tri-Colour Wood Mechanical Wall Clock by JAZ.

Rare French Art Deco Tri-Colour Wood Mechanical Wall Clock by JAZ.

Located in Port Hope, ON

This beautifully designed French Art Deco mechanical wall clock features a blonde face with an extremely fine set of exquisitely formed graphic numerals in black stain raised above it.

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wall Clocks

Materials

Wood

Czechoslovakian Mid-Century Modern Reverse Painted Mechanical Wall Clock
Czechoslovakian Mid-Century Modern Reverse Painted Mechanical Wall Clock

Czechoslovakian Mid-Century Modern Reverse Painted Mechanical Wall Clock

By PRIM Clocks

Located in Port Hope, ON

This beautiful Mid-Century Modern yet almost Art Deco styled mechanical eight-day wall clock is by the Post-War Czechoslovakian firm of clockmaker's, PRIM.

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

American Midcentury Leather & Brass 8-Day Mechanical Wall Clock by Herschede
American Midcentury Leather & Brass 8-Day Mechanical Wall Clock by Herschede

American Midcentury Leather & Brass 8-Day Mechanical Wall Clock by Herschede

By Herschede Clock Co.

Located in Port Hope, ON

This American Mid-Century Modern large mechanical eight-day wall clock is made from base metal wrapped in mottled dark green leather.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

!950 th Wall Mechanical 10 days Clock
!950 th Wall Mechanical 10 days Clock

!950 th Wall Mechanical 10 days Clock

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H 8 in W 12 in D 2 in

!950 th Wall Mechanical 10 days Clock

Located in Boca Raton, FL

European 1950th mechanical clock with a 10 days wind mechanism.

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Clocks

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Mechanical Wall Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the mechanical wall clock you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every mechanical wall clock was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mechanical wall clock — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A mechanical wall clock is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one mechanical wall clock that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gents of Leicester, Herschede Clock Co. and Junghans Uhren GmbH produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mechanical Wall Clock?

Prices for a mechanical wall clock can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $394 and can go as high as $1,450, while the average can fetch as much as $750.

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 Mechanical Wall Clock

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A mechanical clock is made with an oscillating mechanism that marks the passing time. An escapement counts its beats. The first mechanical clock was made out of iron, and was first seen in medieval Europe. You’ll find a collection of mechanical clocks from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese monk named I-Hsing invented the first mechanical clock in 723 AD. His astronomical clock was known as the Water Driven Spherical Birds-Eye-View Map of The Heavens. You can find a variety of antique and vintage mechanical clocks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    To 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 5, 2022
    Mechanical clocks were used for a variety of reasons in the Middle Ages. The clocks were used to keep track of hours for daily prayers. They also helped monks to calculate solar and lunar eclipses, and also determined feast days with accuracy. On 1stDibs, find a collection of mechanical clocks from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 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.