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Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
American Modern Ceramic Wall Clock by Russel Wright for General Electric
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish and functional American modern ceramic electric wall clock by Russel Wright for General Electric, circa 1940s. The piece is in very good vintage with no chips or cracks and m...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Ceramic

Large Bakelite Factory Industrial, Train Station Wall Clock
Located in Vienna, AT
5 pcs of bakelite industrial wall clock from about 1940's, 1950's. Diameter 49 cm and a depth of 10,5 cm. The clock is in perfect condition, no major scratches, no glass scratched....
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Glass, Bakelite

TN Telenorma Electric Wall Clock
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass/steel body, painted clock face and steel clock hands made by TN Telenorma in the late 1960s. Used with some scratches on clock face Formerly a station or factory slave clock,...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

MIdcentury Glass Wall Clock Kienzle Design, Germany, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Glass

Midcentury Diehl Ceramic Wall Clock, Glossy Caramel Relief in 3D, 1960s, Germany
By Maison Diehl
Located in Andernach, DE
Outstanding colours & design by one of the oldest famous German watch- and clock maker Diehl. Quite a futuristic approach, a masterpiece of mid-century design. Made in the 1960s, thi...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal

Vintage Mid_Century Gold Metamec Starburst Wall Clock, 1960s
Located in London, GB
For sale is a Mid-Century Modernist ‘Starburst’ or 'Sunburst' wall clock by Metamec, England and dating from the 1960s. The clock keeps good time and is in good vintage condition, w...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Triangle Lacquered Wood Junghans Wall Clock, Midcentury around 1960, Germany
Located in Andernach, DE
Outstanding finish & design by the famous German watch- and clock maker JUNGHANS. Quite a futuristic approach, a masterpiece of mid-century design. Made in the mid 50s to 60s, this w...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Wood

Midcentury Rare Wall Clock Krups, Space Age Style, Germany, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- rare type - space age style
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Plastic

Danish Mid Century Modern Teak And Brass Pendulum Wall Clock By Brixon
Located in San Carlos, CA
🕰️ Elevate Your Space with Vintage Elegance! 🕰️ Discover the Timeless Charm of Danish Mid-Century Modern Design! Introducing our stunning Danish mid-century modern vintage teak w...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Mid century modern rattan wall clock by Raymor, circa 1960s.
Located in Houston, TX
Mid century modern rattan wall clock by Raymor, circa 1960s. In great working order. 14x14
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1960s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Rattan

Vintage German Wall Clock in Brass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pocket watch shaped quartz (batteri-operated) wall clock featuring solid brass frame, Roman numerals and a sunburst dial in silver enamel. Manufacture...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

1950s mechanical Atlanta wall clock with a 10 day movement and a gong strike
Located in München, DE
Original Mid Century Modern mechanical wall clock from Atlanta. Made in Germany. With one 10-day clockwork and a gong strike every half hour and ...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Hans Christian Andersen Pendulum Wall Clock from the 1960s
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage Lund and Clausen of Copenhagen Han’s Christian Andersen pendulum wall clock from the 1960s. With the title “once upon a time” 12 of his most famous fairy tales one for each h...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Spiral Elegance: 'Nautilus' Wall Clock by Oscar Tusquets, circa 1996
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Designer: Oscar Tusquets Manufacturer: Mobles 114, Spain Year: circa 1996 Materials: Yellow Mustard Plastic and Glass Original Condition Minimalist Charm Spiraled ...
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1990s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Plastic

Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency brass walnut Table Clock by Kienzle, Germany
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Table clock Origin: Germany Producer: Kienzle, Germany Age: 1960s This original vintage table clock was produced in the 1960s by the prem...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian round 1960s wall clock with brass frame made by Ritz-Italora, Milan
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Wall clock, around 1956 Ritz-Italora, Milan Sheet brass, brass, white lacquered clock face.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Vintage Ceramic Daisy Wall Clock Atlantic Mold
Located in Seattle, WA
Wall Clock with Daisy Border. Stand Not Included. Operational Ability Unknown. Makers Mark on the back. Dimensions. 10 W ; 3 D ; 8 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Ceramic

Robert Picault Ceramic Clock France - 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Robert Picault Ceramic Clock, France - 1950s.
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Mid Century Modern Style Wooden Wall Clock
Located in Seattle, WA
Sleek Wooden Wall Clock with Different Wood Textures. Stand Not Included. Operational Ability Unknown . Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pict...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Wood

1930s Art-Deco wall clock, Germany
Located in Praha, CZ
- German wall clock - the clock is in good condition - the front dial has been restored - the chimes have been completely cleaned and oiled. - The clock is mechanical and is wound w...
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1930s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal

MCM Gents of Leicester 24 Hour Bakelite Wall Clock C.1960 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Manufactured by the legendary clock maker Gents of Leicester, most likely from their factory in Leicester, England. This bakelite wall clock is the sought after version with...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Glass, Bakelite

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

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Brass

Swatch Wall Clock Maxi 1980s
Located in Čelinac, BA
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1980s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Mid Century Modern Clock
Located in Seattle, WA
Gold Toned Hardware. Vintage Condition Consistent with Age as Pictured. Not Tested , May or May not be Operational. Dimensions. 6.5 W ; 3 1/2 D ; 6.5 H
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Wood

1960’s German Starburst Wall Clock
Located in Bradenton, FL
A round, decorative Hollywood Regency wall clock, circa 1960. A large metal sunburst frame in the original finish surrounds a clock face with a glass front that opens. Roman numerals...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Italian mid-century modern orange and beige rectangular wall clock, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern orange and beige rectangular wall clock, 1960s Rectangular wall clock in cream yellow and orange lacquered wood. The structure is slightly domed and rounde...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Black Lucite Wall Clock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A sophisticated but perficlty simple black lucite wall clock. Black face, black and red hands, and pink and white dots for numbers. Minimalism at its finest! In good vintage condi...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Lucite

Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning 1970s sunburst starburst Junghans wall clock. Made of heavy resin, gilded, with a junghans battery operated clockwork. working condition. Will look great on your wall. Nice ...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Resin

Wooden Midcentury Wall Clock
Located in Vienna, AT
Wooden clock face and brass clock hands and index. Fitted with a battery movement. Made in Germany in the 1950s.
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Brutalist Wall / Table Clock by Franco Bastianelli for Studio Cellini, Italy, 60
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Enamelled brutalist copper clock by Franco Bastianelli for Studio Cellini, Laurana Rame D'Arte in Pesaro, Italy 1960s. Handcrafted on a copper base, enameled on fire with striking c...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Copper, Enamel

Vintage Mid-Century Sunburst Starburst Wall Clock, Germany, 1980s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning 1980s sunburst starburst wall clock. Made of some kind of polystyrene foam, gilded, with a china clock. working condition. Will look grea...
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1970s Chinese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Plastic, Polystyrene

Midcentury Wall Clock Weimar, Germany 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Germany on one battery functional sun pattern, beautiful accessory
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1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Peter Pepper Products Wall Clock
Located in Redding, CT
Midcentury Peter Pepper Wall Clock . Classic avocado green background with all wooden frame. Chrome digits make up this minimalist clock face. Works perfectly on a large C battery.
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid Century Modern Green Starburst Wall Clock
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Green Starburst Wall Clock Circa 1960 Dimensions D 31” (entire clock) D 9” (middle of the clock) Good vintage condition Please be aware that mos...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Wall Clock by Klenoty, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Wall clock made by Klenoty in Czechoslovakia in 1960s. Made of glass and brass. Fully functional.
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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

1990s Plastic & Glass Wall Clock by Pragotron, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage round wall clock, made of black plastic and glass by famous Pragotron in the Czech Republic. Requires AA-battery.
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Bakelite Industrial Wall Clock by Pragotron, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage round bakelite and glass wall clock, made by Pragotron in former Czechoslovakia in the 1960's. Converted to battery.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Glass, Bakelite

Junghans Pastel Green Wall Clock in Porcelain, Germany, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A midcentury German porcelain wall clock decorated with pastel green glaze. It features a slightly concave glass front that can be opened ...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Porcelain

Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Wall Clock by CONDOR, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of Iron & brass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. We have tested it and it works. Electric, battery operated clock.
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Henry Dreyfuss Wall Clock
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Highly graphic chrome wall clock with classic 50's details. Sweeping hand movement on this wonderful clock designed by one the greatest industrial designers of this century.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Chrome

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 b...
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1970s South African Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Large Bakelite Industrial Wall Clock by Pragotron, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
 Large version of industrial wall clock by Pragotron made in Czechoslovakia in 1960s. Bakelite case and glass cover Converted to battery.
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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Glass, Bakelite

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. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. Electric, batt...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Blue White Ceramic Kitchen Clock Mid-Century Wall Clock Exact, Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Stunning original important blue glazed ceramic kitchen clock designed and made by Exact, Germany, 1950s. This original old clock is a well-known design...
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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Black and White Flip Clock Large Station, Factory Clock, 1970s, France
By Bodet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Timeless Bodet black and white flip-flap station clock designed by the company that has been equipping French and Belgium stations for their big clocks for several decades. They inform travelers of the time that is running! This pretty specimen from the 1970s and 80s will ensure your punctuality while offering a beautiful Industrial and modern look to your interior decor. The flip-flap clock...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Plastic, Lucite

Natural Rattan and Bamboo Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand Made
Located in Oxford, GB
This is a High-quality Natural Rattan and Bamboo Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand crafted by the local artisans in the Philip...
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Natural Bamboo Mid-Century Style Starburst Clock Hand Made
Located in Oxford, GB
This is a high-quality natural rattan and bamboo mid-century style Starburst Clock Hand crafted by the local artisans in the Philippines The clock mea...
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Bamboo

Organic Bamboo Mid Century Style Starburst Clock Hand Made
Located in Oxford, GB
This is a High-quality natural rattan and bamboo mid century style starburst clock hand crafted by the local artisans in the Philippines The clock me...
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Bamboo

Midcentury Robert Wuersch Ceramic and Walnut Wall Clock
By Robert Wuersch Associates
Located in Chicago, IL
Handsome ceramic and walnut midcentury modern wall clock with face in olive green glaze and black Roman numerals. Deep profile with thick wood outer frame. Simple black metal hands a...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

Handarbeit Ceramic Wall Clock Gold Brass Baby Blue Vintage 1960s Midcentury
Located in London, GB
Finished with gold leaf and a Classic blue pastel colour, this square ceramic wall clock, marked “Handarbeit 42154”, is a fine example of midcentury West German craftsmanship. Mi...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

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. An eye catcher par excellence....
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Wall Clock by Telenorma TN in Brass and Acryl, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of brass, metal and acrylic. One of the most beautiful models I have seen to date. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. Electric, battery operated clock.
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Natural Rattan Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand Made
Located in Oxford, GB
This is a High-quality Natural Rattan and Bamboo Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand crafted by the local artisans in the Philip...
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Rattan

Natural Rattan and Bamboo Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand Made
Located in Oxford, GB
This is a High-quality Natural Rattan and Bamboo Mid Century style Starburst Clock Hand crafted by the local artisans in the Philip...
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Italian Red Coral Clock
Located in New York, NY
Italian red coral clock. Vintage forties coral enamel glazed clock with shaped border and brass roman numeral face with key for winding. Happily tick...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Mid-Century Modern Iron and Brass Sunburst Wall Clock by Atlanta Electric
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Stunning wall clock made of Iron & brass. An eye catcher par excellence. Made in Germany. We have tested it and it works. Electric, battery operated clock.
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass

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. Made in Germany. We have tested it and it works. Electric, battery operated clock.
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Modernist Wood + Brass Table and Wall Clock by Junghans, Germany, 1970s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: clock, usable as table and wall clock Origin: Germany Producer: Junghans, Germany Age: 1970s This original wooden table clock...
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

Mid-century Modern wall clocks for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern wall clocks for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage wall clocks created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern wall clocks made in a specific country, there are Europe, Germany, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original wall clocks, popular names associated with this style include Howard Miller, Junghans Uhren GmbH, George Nelson, and Kienzle Clocks. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for wall clocks differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $129 and tops out at $6,700 while the average work can sell for $809.

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