What is mercury used for in clocks?

Mercury was used in antique clocks as a pendulum weight. Clockmakers used mercury for its tolerance to changes in heat and assistance in keeping time. Mercury can be found in older clocks, but is not widely used in newer styles. Find a range of vintage timepieces on 1stDibs.

What were carriage clocks used for?

Carriage clocks were used to tell time while traveling during the 19th-century. The clocks were lighter and smaller than timepieces used in homes, making them more portable. After the invention of wristwatches in 1868, carriage clocks became less necessary and gradually faded in popularity. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique carriage clocks.

What is the elephant clock used for?

The infamous elephant clock was primarily used to tell time but was also a status symbol and representation of wealth. Its unique movement received power from running water. You can find a range of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.

What was the banjo clock used for?

Banjo clocks operate like other clocks but with a unique design. First designed to be a traditional wall clock, due to the elaborate design they evolved to be mantel pieces proudly displayed in the home. In the 1940s, large-scale banjo clocks were made for railroad stations. Shop a collection of banjo clocks on 1stDibs.

What is a regulator wall clock?

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.

What medium was used for the Melting Clocks?

The painting commonly referred to as “Melting Clocks” is oil on canvas. Salvador Dalí painted it in 1931. Its name is actually The Persistence of Memory, and it is one of the Spanish Surrealist artist's most well-known works. Find a collection of Salvador Dalí art on 1stDibs.

Which brand of wall clock is best?

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.

What were mechanical clocks used for in the Middle Ages?

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.

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Mid-Century Modern Iron and Copper Wall Clock by Mauthe Electric, 1960s

$856

Mid-Century Modern Iron and Copper Wall Clock by Mauthe Electric, 1960s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Stunning wall clock made of Iron & copper. An eye catcher par excellence.

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large White Square Industrial Station Wall Clock from CTW , 1960

$397

Large White Square Industrial Station Wall Clock from CTW , 1960

Located in Kojetice, CZ

This station wall clock was made by CTW (Carl Theodor Wagner) in Wiesbaden, West Germany during the 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Used Wall Clock

Materials

Iron

Vintage Howard Miller World Time Mid Century Modern Walnut Frame Wall Clock

$450

Vintage Howard Miller World Time Mid Century Modern Walnut Frame Wall Clock

By Howard Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Howard Miller World Time Mid Century Modern Walnut Frame Wall Clock in Working Condition. Circa Mid 20th Century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Walnut

Antique Art Nouveau German Black Forest Jugendstil Walnut Regulator Wall Clock

$700Sale Price|30% Off

Antique Art Nouveau German Black Forest Jugendstil Walnut Regulator Wall Clock

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique German Black Forest Jugendstil regulator wall clock. Made of walnut featuring Art Nouveau styling with arched crown and reticulated gallery pediment, slatted columns, brass ...

Category

19th Century German Art Nouveau Used Wall Clock

Materials

Brass

Tommaso Barbi Style Burled Elm & Chrome Hanging Wall Clock, Circa 1970

$750

Tommaso Barbi Style Burled Elm & Chrome Hanging Wall Clock, Circa 1970

By Raymor, Tommaso Barbi

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Tomasso Barbi attributed Circular Burl and Chrome Wall Clock by Raymor. Featuring a round Chrome rimmed Burled Elm front with reflective Chrome surround.

Category

1960s Italian Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal

Extra Large 28 Inch Aged Copper International Time Recordings Wall Clock

$2,454

Extra Large 28 Inch Aged Copper International Time Recordings Wall Clock

By International Time Recording Co. Ltd.

Located in Tarporley, GB

#3727 Large 28 inch aged copper International Time Recordings wall clock. English 1950’s. An exceptional and rare factory wall clock by the International Time Recording Co.

Category

1950s British Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal, Copper

Elegant JOSKA Hollywood Regency wall clock made of lead crystal, 1970s Germany

$1,084

Elegant JOSKA Hollywood Regency wall clock made of lead crystal, 1970s Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Elegant JOSKA Hollywood Regency wall clock made of lead crystal, 1970s Germany Powered by a standard AA battery.

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Railway Chronometer - Brass Jumbo Pocket Watch or Wall Clock

$395

Vintage Railway Chronometer - Brass Jumbo Pocket Watch or Wall Clock

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Midcentury novelty Jumbo Pocket Watch or small Wall Clock. It is called Railway Chronometer. The case, crown and ring/crown guard is fashioned from brass.

Category

1970s South African Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Brass

Organic Scandinavian Modern Mid-Century Wall Clock, Teak & Brass, 1950s

$650

Organic Scandinavian Modern Mid-Century Wall Clock, Teak & Brass, 1950s

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian-style wall clock from the 1950s. The clock impresses with its clean, organic design featuring elegantly curved and gently domed lines.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Brass

19th Century Victorian Inlaid Walnut Wall Clock with Roman Numeral Dial

$1,139Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century Victorian Inlaid Walnut Wall Clock with Roman Numeral Dial

Located in Opole, PL

Oval Wall Clock With Inlays, Early 20th Century This exquisite antique oval wall clock exudes timeless elegance and sophistication, making it a perfect addition to any classic or vi...

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Used Wall Clock

Materials

Porcelain, Oak, Softwood

French Louis XVI style Cartel wall clock, 52" 1880

$20,514

French Louis XVI style Cartel wall clock, 52" 1880

Located in Brighton, Sussex

This large and impressive late 19th-century French gilded ormolu cartel wall clock exemplifies the elegance of the Louis XVI style.

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Used Wall Clock

Materials

Ormolu

1920’s Bakelite Italian Railway Station Wall Clock from the Italian Riviera

$2,527

1920’s Bakelite Italian Railway Station Wall Clock from the Italian Riviera

Located in London, GB

Rare Italian station wall clock, found in Rapallo in the Italian Riviera.

Category

1920s Italian Art Deco Used Wall Clock

Materials

Glass

"MULTI-COLOR" Corian Wall Clock by Kim Mullis as Wilderness Bodies

$375

"MULTI-COLOR" Corian Wall Clock by Kim Mullis as Wilderness Bodies

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A captivating contemporary wall clock, "Multi-Color" by Kim Mullis as Wilderness Bodies demonstrates masterful geometric composition through bold angular forms.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Corian

Swedish 18th Century Rococo Carved Giltwood Wall Clock

$20,544

Swedish 18th Century Rococo Carved Giltwood Wall Clock

Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE

A superb 18th century Swedish giltwood wall clock with eight day movement, signed by the clockmaker: "Rundelius Stockholm" (Anders Rundelius 1746-1809).

Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Used Wall Clock

Materials

Giltwood

1950s French Tole Wall Clock by Warren Kessler, Red & Gold Greek Key

$695

1950s French Tole Wall Clock by Warren Kessler, Red & Gold Greek Key

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

French red tole round wall clock by Warren Kessler. Greek key design in gold around perimeter.

Category

20th Century French Used Wall Clock

Materials

Tôle

Industrial Square Double Sided Factory Wall Clock from Pragotron, 1970s

$568

Industrial Square Double Sided Factory Wall Clock from Pragotron, 1970s

By Pragotron

Located in Kojetice, CZ

This square double sided railway, school or factory wall clock was produced by Pragotron, in former Czechoslovakia, during the 1970s.

Category

1970s Czech Industrial Used Wall Clock

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Vintage Glass Wall Clock Green and Orange Murano Memphis Style Italy, 1980s

$216

Vintage Glass Wall Clock Green and Orange Murano Memphis Style Italy, 1980s

Located in Montecalvoli, IT

Vintage glass wall clock Green and orange Murano Memphis Style Italy, 1980s This unique vintage wall clock impresses with its high-contrast design in Memphis style.

Category

20th Century Italian Post-Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Glass

Space Age Sunburst Wall Clock by Kienzle Automatic in Aluminium, 1960s Germany

$968

Space Age Sunburst Wall Clock by Kienzle Automatic in Aluminium, 1960s Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Stunning sunburst wall clock made of aluminium and metal. One of the most beautiful models I have seen to date.

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Rare Square Format Large Vintage Industrial Wall Clock by Gent of Leicester

$3,419

Rare Square Format Large Vintage Industrial Wall Clock by Gent of Leicester

By English Clock Systems

Located in Nottingham, GB

LARGE SQUARE VINTAGE INDUSTRIAL WALL CLOCK BY GENT OF LEICESTER Rare Square Format — Mid to Late 20th Century A large-format square industrial wall clock by Gent of Leicester, one ...

Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Used Wall Clock

Materials

Steel

Large Vintage Industrial 24" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1940

$1,415 / item

Large Vintage Industrial 24" Gents of Leicester Factory Railway Wall Clock c1940

By Gents of Leicester

Located in London, GB

A well‑presented Gents of Leicester industrial wall clock. c.1940 A classic mid‑century Gents of Leicester wall clock with a black painted metal case showing honest age and wear.

Category

Mid-20th Century English Industrial Used Wall Clock

Materials

Steel

Wall Clock in Carved Wood and Hardstone – 19th Century

$28,497

Wall Clock in Carved Wood and Hardstone – 19th Century

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

A striking Japonist wall clock crafted in dark walnut wood, adorned with inlaid panels of deep green hardstone.

Category

19th Century Japonisme Used Wall Clock

Materials

Agate, Bronze, Enamel

Huge Bakelite Industrial Train Station Round Wall Clock from the 1940s

$790 / item

Huge Bakelite Industrial Train Station Round Wall Clock from the 1940s

Located in Vienna, AT

Up to three big loft or industrial wall clocks from the 1940s. straight and beautiful design, with a domed clocks face, the housing is made of dark brown / black Bakelite.

Category

1940s Industrial Used Wall Clock

Materials

Glass, Bakelite

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Dugena in Brass, 1960s, Germany

$683

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Dugena in Brass, 1960s, Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Stunning sunburst wall clock made of brass, metal and glass. One of the most beautiful models I have seen to date.

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal, Brass

1980s Postmodern Black and Red Rexite Zero 980 Wall Clock

$395

1980s Postmodern Black and Red Rexite Zero 980 Wall Clock

By Rexite, Barbieri e Marianelli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Raul Barbieri and Giorgio Marianelli for Rexite in 1981, this Zero 980 wall clock has a striking black and red combination.

Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Plastic

Postmodern Diagonal Pin Stripe Wall Clock by Baker Hart & Stuart

$195

Postmodern Diagonal Pin Stripe Wall Clock by Baker Hart & Stuart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A striking 1980s black wall clock with diagonal pin stripes at a 45 degree angle and white pin stripe hands.

Category

Late 20th Century Used Wall Clock

Materials

Glass, Plastic, Wood

1980s Postmodern Black and Yellow Rexite Zero 980 Wall Clock

$395

1980s Postmodern Black and Yellow Rexite Zero 980 Wall Clock

By Rexite, Raul Barbieri and Giorgio Marianelli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Raul Barbieri and Giorgio Marianelli for Rexite in 1981, this Zero 980 wall clock has a striking yellow and black color combination.

Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Plastic

Ornate Gilt Bronze Wall Clock with Peacock Motif, Circa 1900

$1,050

Ornate Gilt Bronze Wall Clock with Peacock Motif, Circa 1900

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This charming gilt bronze wall clock, dating to approximately 1900, is an exquisite example of decorative craftsmanship from the late 19th to early 20th century.

Category

19th Century French Used Wall Clock

Materials

Bronze

Antique 19th Century French Japy Frères Sunburst Wall Clock

$2,472

Antique 19th Century French Japy Frères Sunburst Wall Clock

By Japy Frères

Located in England, GB

A magnificent French giltwood sunburst wall clock dating from around 1890, fitted with a Japy Frères movement, one of France’s most renowned clock manufacturers.

Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Used Wall Clock

Materials

Wood

1980s White Postmodern Wall Clock by Shohei Mihara for Wakita

$350

1980s White Postmodern Wall Clock by Shohei Mihara for Wakita

By Shohei Mihara, Wakita

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A perfectly elegant and sophisticated 1980s wall clock designed by Shohei Mihara for Wakita.

Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Kienzle Mid Century Space Age Modern Metal Battery Wall Clock Germany 1960s

$325

Kienzle Mid Century Space Age Modern Metal Battery Wall Clock Germany 1960s

By Kienzle Clocks

Located in Miami, FL

This Kienzel wall clock with a Space Modern design was produced in the early 1960s.

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal

Hand painted Mexican wall clock by Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo

$1,200

Hand painted Mexican wall clock by Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo

By Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

We offer this Hand painted Mexican wall clock by Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo, made in wood with some gold leaf details.

Category

1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Wood

Unique & Large Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Bronze Wall Clock Germany 1960s

$2,051

Unique & Large Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Bronze Wall Clock Germany 1960s

Located in München, BY

Unique, sculptural and large Mid-Century Modern brutalist wall clock. Designed and manufactured in Germany, 1960s.

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Bronze

Antique Vienna Regulator Wall Clock AG Lenzkirch Walnut Case Vienna 1890

$1,161

Antique Vienna Regulator Wall Clock AG Lenzkirch Walnut Case Vienna 1890

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Elegant antique Vienna regulator wall clock dating to the late 19th century Circa 1890 and 7 day movement on a striking mechanism Maker - AG Lenzkirch clock makers from Scholle, Aust...

Category

1890s Used Wall Clock

Materials

Walnut

Postmodern Striped Mirror Glass Black & White Wall Clock, 1980s, England

$390

Postmodern Striped Mirror Glass Black & White Wall Clock, 1980s, England

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful post-modern Memphis-style vintage wall clock from the 1980s, made in England. It features a two-tone mirrored glass face with fine black pinstripes — the left side in a d...

Category

1980s Post-Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Plastic

Antique 1920s Train Station Wall Clock, Brillie, Industrial Style

$2,165Sale Price|34% Off

Antique 1920s Train Station Wall Clock, Brillie, Industrial Style

By Brillie

Located in Wrocław, Poland

This antique 66cm diameter wall clock comes from France and was made around 1920s, it was manufactured by Brillie.

Category

1920s French Industrial Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal

Handmade Round Ceramic Wall Clock, Mid-Century Modern, Germany, 1970s

$630

Handmade Round Ceramic Wall Clock, Mid-Century Modern, Germany, 1970s

Located in München, DE

Beautiful round ceramic wall clock from 1970s. Very high-quality and beautifully crafted in rich brown tones.

Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Ceramic

Postmodern / Memphis Era Art Glass Wall Clock by M.J. Bailey

$300Sale Price|20% Off

Postmodern / Memphis Era Art Glass Wall Clock by M.J. Bailey

Located in San Diego, CA

A very cool postmodern / Memphis era art glass wall clock by M.J. Bailey, circa 1980s. The clock has the colorful look of a downtown sklyline and was made in the USA.

Category

20th Century American Post-Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Glass

1980s Postmodern Black & White Wall Clock by Ko Mizuyama for Yachiyo

$300

1980s Postmodern Black & White Wall Clock by Ko Mizuyama for Yachiyo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An outstanding round postmodern wall clock designed by Ko Mizuyama, a prolific Japanese designer of clocks in the 1980s.

Category

1980s Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal

Vintage Glass Wall Clock Leo Pattern in Gold and Black, Italy, 1980s

$285

Vintage Glass Wall Clock Leo Pattern in Gold and Black, Italy, 1980s

Located in Montecalvoli, IT

Vintage glass wall clock Italy 1980s - leo pattern in gold and black - Murano glass Memphis style - gift retro, 80s pop art This unique vintage wall clock impresses with its high-co...

Category

20th Century Italian Used Wall Clock

Materials

Glass

A fabulous quality 19th Century French carved oak wall clock

$4,166

A fabulous quality 19th Century French carved oak wall clock

Located in Martlesham, GB

A fabulous quality 19th Century French carved oak wall clock, the circular clock dial located at the centre with a decorative carved and moulded edge, surrounding the clock dial is ...

Category

1880s French Used Wall Clock

Materials

Oak

Regency Round Dial Wall Clock by Thwaites and Reed, London

$5,402

Regency Round Dial Wall Clock by Thwaites and Reed, London

Located in Norwich, GB

English round dial wall clock by Thwaites and Reed. Mahogany round dial wall clock with cast brass bezel opening to a painted twelve inch dial signed ‘Thwaites and Redd, London’ wi...

Category

19th Century British Regency Used Wall Clock

Materials

Mahogany

Henry Lepaute Coat of Arm Shield Wall Clock

$1,276Sale Price|20% Off

Henry Lepaute Coat of Arm Shield Wall Clock

By Henry Lepaute

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Henry Lepaute wood wall clock. It depicts the clock wood case shaped as a coat of arm shield.

Category

19th Century French Used Wall Clock

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Wall Clock in Rough Edged Glass with Brass Stars 1940s

$1,200

Art Deco Wall Clock in Rough Edged Glass with Brass Stars 1940s

Located in Tilburg, NL

Beautifully detailed electric wall clock in glass and brass. Probably made in the 1940’s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Brass

Original Antique Gents of Leicester Kitchen Railway Station Wall Clock

$1,128

Original Antique Gents of Leicester Kitchen Railway Station Wall Clock

By Smiths English Clock Systems

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Large Antique Wooden Gents of Leicester Station Wall Clock – A An original railway station clock manufactured by the British company Gents & Co Ltd of Leicester.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Victorian Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal

Time Maze Wall Clock by Daniel Libeskind for Alessi

$425

Time Maze Wall Clock by Daniel Libeskind for Alessi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Time Maze brings Libeskind's bold architectural style to the wall clock-angular, fragmented, and far from conventional.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Post-Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal

Large Wall Clock Plaque

$2,950

Large Wall Clock Plaque

Located in Stamford, CT

Large decorative wall "clock" plaque (sign). A 20th century reproduction clock sign.

Category

20th Century Indian Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal

Chrome Art Deco "Chrono Lite-12" Commercial Neon Wall Clock by Seth Thomas, Cir

$9,500

Chrome Art Deco "Chrono Lite-12" Commercial Neon Wall Clock by Seth Thomas, Cir

By Seth Thomas Clock Company

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Seth Thomas Art Deco 16” Diameter "Chrono Lite-16" wall clock featuring a black dial with Original Green Gas Tube Neon under bubble style glass and a stainless steel streamline case.

Category

1940s American Used Wall Clock

Materials

Chrome

An Arts and Crafts hand formed copper and turquoise blue enamel wall clock

$2,458

An Arts and Crafts hand formed copper and turquoise blue enamel wall clock

Located in London, GB

An Arts and Crafts hand-formed copper and turquoise blue enamel wall clock that is designed to hang on the angle.

Category

Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Used Wall Clock

Materials

Copper

German Gustav Becker 3 Weight Grand Sonnerie Vienna Regulator Wall Clock

$3,850

German Gustav Becker 3 Weight Grand Sonnerie Vienna Regulator Wall Clock

Located in Danville, CA

Highly Carved German 3 Weight Grand Sonnerie Quarter Strike Vienna Regulator Wall Clock Here is an excellent 3 weight driven regulator wall clock.

Category

Late 19th Century German Used Wall Clock

Materials

Brass

Vintage Villeroy & Boch Burgenland Blue Wall Clock - 31cm Diameter

$211

Vintage Villeroy & Boch Burgenland Blue Wall Clock - 31cm Diameter

By Villeroy & Boch

Located in Bastogne, BE

Measuring a substantial 31 cm (approximately 12.2 inches) in diameter, this clock makes a striking statement piece on any wall.

Category

1980s German Used Wall Clock

Materials

Porcelain

Postmodern Wall Clock, 1980s

$1,370

Postmodern Wall Clock, 1980s

Located in Čelinac, BA

This postmodern clock is part of a unique series of24 hand made wall and table clocks bz the young designer ERNEST hofman from 1980.

Category

1980s Serbian Post-Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Wood

1970 Museum Wall Clock by Nathan Horwitt for Howard Miller/ POP MODERN SPACEAGE

$1,280

1970 Museum Wall Clock by Nathan Horwitt for Howard Miller/ POP MODERN SPACEAGE

By Howard Miller, Nathan Horwitt

Located in Buffalo, NY

Designed by Nathan Horwitt in 1969 the clock was named the “Museum Wall Clock” as it was introduced into the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) collection in 1970.

Category

1970s American Space Age Used Wall Clock

Materials

Steel

Postmodern Wall Clock, 1980s

$1,370

Postmodern Wall Clock, 1980s

Located in Čelinac, BA

Each clock is unique

Category

1980s Serbian Post-Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Wood

Danish Hardwood Wall Clock

$1,290

Danish Hardwood Wall Clock

Located in Vienna, AT

Wooden frame with wooden clock face and brass hands and indexing. Made in the 1960s in Denmark Perfect original working condition and after a professional revision.

Category

1960s Swiss Art Deco Used Wall Clock

Materials

Hardwood

Italian modern square plastic wall clock by Kurt B. Delbanco for Morphos, 1980s

$1,278

Italian modern square plastic wall clock by Kurt B. Delbanco for Morphos, 1980s

By Morphos

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern square plastic wall clock by Kurt B. Delbanco for Morphos, 1980s Square plastic wall clock.

Category

1980s Italian Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Ormolu Bronze Cartel Wall Clock in Louis XVI Style

$2,200

19th Century French Ormolu Bronze Cartel Wall Clock in Louis XVI Style

Located in New York, NY

Antique (19th century) French ormolu bronze cartel wall clock in the Louis XVI style, 28 by 14 by 4 3/4 inches.

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Used Wall Clock

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Richter Quarz in Brass, 1960s Germany

$856

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Richter Quarz in Brass, 1960s Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Stunning sunburst wall clock made of brass, metal and glass. One of the most beautiful models I have seen to date.

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Meister Quarz in Brass, 1960s, Germany

$856

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Meister Quarz in Brass, 1960s, Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Stunning sunburst wall clock made of brass, metal and glass. One of the most beautiful models I have seen to date.

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Meister Anker in Brass, 1960s Germany

$572

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by Meister Anker in Brass, 1960s Germany

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Stunning sunburst wall clock made of brass, metal and glass. One of the most beautiful models I have seen to date.

Category

1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Wall Clock

Materials

Metal, Brass

Quality antique Victorian carved walnut Vienna double weight wall clock

$2,092

Quality antique Victorian carved walnut Vienna double weight wall clock

Located in Ipswich, GB

Quality antique Victorian carved walnut Vienna double weight wall clock having a quality carved walnut case with reeded turned columns, having all the original finales, fantastic sha...

Category

19th Century Used Wall Clock

Materials

Walnut

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Used Wall Clock For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal used wall clock for your home. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, every used wall clock was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the used wall clock you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A used wall clock, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one used wall clock that is appealing in its simplicity, but George Nelson, Howard Miller and Pragotron produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Used Wall Clock?

The average selling price for a used wall clock at 1stDibs is $1,552, while they’re typically $85 on the low end and $413,838 for the highest priced.

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 Used Wall Clock

What is mercury used for in clocks?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Mercury was used in antique clocks as a pendulum weight. Clockmakers used mercury for its tolerance to changes in heat and assistance in keeping time. Mercury can be found in older clocks, but is not widely used in newer styles. Find a range of vintage timepieces on 1stDibs.
What were carriage clocks used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Carriage clocks were used to tell time while traveling during the 19th-century. The clocks were lighter and smaller than timepieces used in homes, making them more portable. After the invention of wristwatches in 1868, carriage clocks became less necessary and gradually faded in popularity. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique carriage clocks.
What is the elephant clock used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The infamous elephant clock was primarily used to tell time but was also a status symbol and representation of wealth. Its unique movement received power from running water. You can find a range of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
What was the banjo clock used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Banjo clocks operate like other clocks but with a unique design. First designed to be a traditional wall clock, due to the elaborate design they evolved to be mantel pieces proudly displayed in the home. In the 1940s, large-scale banjo clocks were made for railroad stations. Shop a collection of banjo clocks on 1stDibs.
What is a regulator wall clock?
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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.
What medium was used for the Melting Clocks?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The painting commonly referred to as “Melting Clocks” is oil on canvas. Salvador Dalí painted it in 1931. Its name is actually The Persistence of Memory, and it is one of the Spanish Surrealist artist's most well-known works. Find a collection of Salvador Dalí art on 1stDibs.
Which brand of wall clock is best?
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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.
What were mechanical clocks used for in the Middle Ages?
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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.