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The Linke Grand Regulator World's Fair Clock
The Linke Grand Regulator World's Fair Clock

The Linke Grand Regulator World's Fair Clock

$785,000

H 123 in W 38.75 in D 22 in

The Linke Grand Regulator World's Fair Clock

By François Linke

Located in New Orleans, LA

Grand Regulator World's Fair Clock François Linke Circa 1900 Widely regarded as the greatest sculptural clock ever created, this monumental régulateur by François Linke was conceive...

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French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble & Ormolu Lyre Clock & Candelabra Set
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble & Ormolu Lyre Clock & Candelabra Set

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marble & Ormolu Lyre Clock & Candelabra Set

By Lerolle Freres

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Founded by sons of Louis Lerolle, Édouard-François and Camille, they exhibited at major exhibitions, including the 1867 World's Fair. Circa: Paris, 1880-1890. Clock Height 22 1/8 in...

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Machine Age Art Deco Gilbert Rohde Herman Miller 1933 Century of Progress Clock
Machine Age Art Deco Gilbert Rohde Herman Miller 1933 Century of Progress Clock

Machine Age Art Deco Gilbert Rohde Herman Miller 1933 Century of Progress Clock

By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde

Located in Dallas, TX

Machine Age Art Deco Gilbert Rohde Herman Miller 1933 Century of Progress World's Fair clock, no. 4725 B Rare example, debuted at 1933 century of progress World's Fair and produced ...

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19th Century A.D. Mougin Mantel Clock

19th Century A.D. Mougin Mantel Clock

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19th Century A.D. Mougin Mantel Clock

By A.D. Mougin

Located in Opole, PL

(The mark had been in use until the company won two medals at the World’s Fair.) Furthermore, the clock face is porcelain and hand painted.

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1934 Chicago Worlds Fair Art Deco Clock by Gilbert Rohde
1934 Chicago Worlds Fair Art Deco Clock by Gilbert Rohde

1934 Chicago Worlds Fair Art Deco Clock by Gilbert Rohde

By Gilbert Rohde

Located in North Hollywood, CA

The first designs created by Gilbert Rohde for the Herman Miller Company were debuted at the Chicago Worlds Fair of 1933-1934. Our lovely burled wood clock has an original identifica...

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Chicago World's Fair Skyscraper Radio with Bluetooth Speaker
Chicago World's Fair Skyscraper Radio with Bluetooth Speaker

Chicago World's Fair Skyscraper Radio with Bluetooth Speaker

Located in Oakland, CA

Original Skyscraper Chicago Worlds Fair clock cabinet. Restored cabinet with original metal Silvertone front plate.

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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal worlds fair clock for your home. A worlds fair clock — often made from metal, wood and glass — can elevate any home. Find 28 options for an antique or vintage worlds fair clock now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer worlds fair clock, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each worlds fair clock bearing modern, Art Deco or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made worlds fair clock over the years, but those crafted by Kiki van Eijk, Portois & Fix and A.D. Mougin are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Worlds Fair Clock?

Prices for a worlds fair clock start at $300 and top out at $142,324 with the average selling for $5,700.

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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.

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