What was an inkwell used for?

An inkwell is a small jar or container made to conveniently hold ink for a writer. Inkwells were often made of glass, pewter, brass or porcelain. You’ll find a variety of inkells from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a grandmother clock and a granddaughter clock?

The difference between a grandmother clock and a granddaughter clock is height. A grandmother clock is a longcase clock that is usually around 60 to 72 inches tall, while a granddaughter clock is one that is 36 to 60 inches high. Both are shorter than a grandfather clock, which typically measures 73 to 90 inches in height. Explore a diverse assortment of grandmother and granddaughter clocks on 1stDibs.

How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?

Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.

What is a pendulum on a clock?

A pendulum in a clock is a swinging weight that is used as the timekeeping element in the clock. An antique pendulum clock is considered a timeless fixture in homes today, a hugely popular decorative piece for your living room or dining room. Shop a collection of pendulum clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a perpetual clock?

A perpetual clock is one that never requires winding or a battery change to accurately track the time and sometimes also the date. Instead, the clock relies on a gas-filled capsule that shrinks and expands in response to temperature fluctuations to power its movement. On 1stDibs, find a range of perpetual clocks.

What is a regulator a clock?

A regulator clock is a generic term used for a wall-mounted clock that is weight-driven by a pendulum. On 1stDibs, you can find a great collection of vintage and modern clocks to choose from.

What is an anniversary clock?

An anniversary clock is a table clock that only requires winding roughly once every 400 days. As a result, people sometimes wind them once per year on their wedding anniversaries to celebrate the occasion. Shop a selection of anniversary clocks on 1stDibs.

What is a mission clock?

Mission clocks are a style of clock from the 19th century Arts & Crafts design movement. Mission clocks are known for their super simplistic design.

What is a sunburst clock?

A sunburst clock is a wall clock that features a round face surrounded by spokes of wood or metal. This design resembles a shining sun. George Nelson Associates gets credit for designing the first one for the Howard Miller Clock Company in 1950, but many other creators have introduced their own versions over the years. Shop a collection of sunburst clocks on 1stDibs.

What does a chess clock do?

Chess clocks are used primarily to make sure that a player does not overly delay the game. By keeping track of the time spent for each player's move, the total time is tracked.

What is a calendar clock?

A calendar clock is a timepiece that displays the days of the week and month, phases of the moon and other features, along with hours, minutes and seconds. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary calendar clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is an Elliott clock?

An Elliott clock is a clock produced by the company J.J. Elliott, Ltd. The clockworks was based in London and patented a unique tubular bell system for their pieces in 1884. In 1924, the company stopped producing clocks. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Elliott clocks.

What is a travel clock?

A travel clock is a compact clock that folds flat to be packed in luggage. Some travel clocks have more than one face, allowing you to keep track of the time at home and in your current location. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of travel clocks.

Where is the elephant clock now?

The original elephant clock designed by Ismail al-Jazari is no longer in existence. However, a larger scale reproduction is on display at the Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Shop a variety of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.

What are mechanical clocks?

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.

What is the rarest clock?

What the rarest clock is today will owe to a particular model's presence on the market. The rarest and most sought-after clocks in the world include those created by Patek Philippe, Waltham Watch Company, Cartier, Hermle, E. Howard & Co. and Thomas Tompion.If a given model designed by one of these manufacturers is scarce, this attribute will be critical to determining its value providing there is demand for it. While other factors are at play when it comes to value, scarcity is important in the world of collectibles.Clocks designed in recent decades may be worth more than their older counterparts if fewer of the former are on the market. For example, an antique clock manufactured in a large quantity, even if it is an exceptionally decorative object adorned with gilt bronze flowers and tortoiseshell elements, may be worth far less than a one-of-a-kind vintage clock owing entirely to rarity and demand.A table clock designed by prestigious English clockmaker Thomas Tompion for Queen Mary in 1693 was sold at auction for more than $2 million in 2019, while a clock named the Duc d'Orléans Breguet Sympathique, designed by the Swiss house of Breguet in the 1830s, fetched $6.8 million at auction in 2012. There are an estimated 12 Sympathiques in existence.Find a collection of clocks for sale on 1stDibs.

What is the Atlas clock?

The Atlas clock is a famed clock mounted outside of the Tiffany & Co. store in New York. Tiffany & Co. have since created an Atlas line of watches inspired by this famous clock and legendary Greek figure. Shop a collection of authentic Atlas watches on 1stDibs.

What is a clock spandrel?

The spandrel of a clock is the triangular-shaped space between the top of an arch and the frame on either side. This feature often has decorative elements to create interest on either side. On 1stDibs, find a collection of clocks with spandrels from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is a nautical clock?

A nautical clock, also known as a marine chronometer, is a timepiece found on ships. The clock dictates a ship’s position by celestial navigation and keeps the current time in comparison to GMT. Browse a wide range of nautical memorabilia, including clocks, on 1stDibs.

What is a Junghans clock?

A Junghans clock is a timekeeping device made by Junghans Uhren GmbH, a German manufacturer. Erhard Junghans founded the company in Schramberg, Germany on April 15, 1861, and it remains in business to the present day. Shop a variety of Junghans clocks on 1stDibs.

Inkwells With Clock

Silver Capstan Inkwell

Miniature Table Clock

Goldsmiths And Silversmiths Clock

20th Century Edwardian Solid Silver & Glass Inkwell with Clock, Chester, c.1907

$3,249

20th Century Edwardian Solid Silver & Glass Inkwell with Clock, Chester, c.1907

By Saunders & Shepherd

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

20th century Edwardian silver capstan shaped inkwell with an 8 day goliath clock. The hinged cover is set with a silver plated clock, with a white dial with Roman numeral markers and...

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20th Century British Edwardian Inkwells

Materials

Silver

Miniature French gilt bronze desk clock with inkwell

$3,800

Miniature French gilt bronze desk clock with inkwell

Located in Tarzana, CA

The clock tilts back to reveal a concealed glass inkwell and reserve, above a rouge marble base.

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Antique 19th Century French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Art Déco Black Marble Desk Clock and Inkwells with Base, France

$4,800

20th Century Art Déco Black Marble Desk Clock and Inkwells with Base, France

Located in North Miami, FL

Set of early 20th century Art Déco black marble desk clock and inkwells with base, France By: unknown Material: crystal, glass, marble, stone, metal Technique: cast, metalwork, mold...

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

Materials

Stone, Crystal, Marble, Metal

Brass jugendstil desk set with lion heads

$1,758

Brass jugendstil desk set with lion heads

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Brass jugendstil desk set with lion heads. inkwell 28,5x18,5x6cm clock 24,5x13x8cm match stand with ashtray 14x13x11,5cm

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Jugendstil Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

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Desk Inkwell with Clock and Ringing Bell, circa 1860

Unavailable

H 13 in W 8.67 in D 6.3 in

Desk Inkwell with Clock and Ringing Bell, circa 1860

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Desk inkwell with clock and ringing bell. The clock in the form of a bird case, two entrances for the birds on both sides of the clock sheltering the birds.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Glass Clock Inkwell John Grinsell & Sons

Unavailable

H 4.5 in W 4 in D 4 in

Antique Glass Clock Inkwell John Grinsell & Sons

By John Grinsell & Sons

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Antique glass clock inkwell with sterling silver pocket watch by Birmingham silversmith John Grinsell & Sons, 1910.

Category

Early 20th Century British Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Glass and Silver Inkwell with a Clock in the Silver Lid

Unavailable

H 5.5 in W 4 in D 4 in

19th Century Glass and Silver Inkwell with a Clock in the Silver Lid

Located in London, London

A solid glass inkwell with a clock within the hinged silver lid.

Category

Antique 1890s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

20th Century Edwardian Solid Silver & Glass Inkwell with Clock, London, c.1909

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H 3.94 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

20th Century Edwardian Solid Silver & Glass Inkwell with Clock, London, c.1909

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Antique early-20th century Edwardian solid silver & cut glass Inkwell with clock. The hinged cover is set with a 8 day goliath pocket watch, with a white dial with numbers and subsid...

Category

20th Century British Edwardian Inkwells

Materials

Silver

Silver Clock Inkwell with Pen by Goldsmith & Silversmith Co, London, 1905

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H 4 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in

Silver Clock Inkwell with Pen by Goldsmith & Silversmith Co, London, 1905

By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.

Located in London, GB

A fine quality novelty silver clock inkwell with pen and rest on front leading edge.

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Inkwells

Materials

Silver

Writing Set with Desk Clock, Carriage, Pendulette, Paris, Signed Moser, C. 1850

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H 9.06 in W 15.36 in D 7.88 in

Writing Set with Desk Clock, Carriage, Pendulette, Paris, Signed Moser, C. 1850

Located in Greven, DE

Antique writing set with inkwell and travel clock. Paris Brass, marble Around 1850 Dimensions: H x W x D: 23 x 39 x 20 cm Description: Very rare to find antique desk set wi...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

Rock Crystal Inkwell with Silver Plated American Waltham Watch Company Clock

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H 3.5 in W 4.5 in D 6 in

Rock Crystal Inkwell with Silver Plated American Waltham Watch Company Clock

By American Waltham Watch Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

A vintage American rock crystal inkwell from the mid 20th century with silver plated American Waltham Watch Co. clock.

Category

20th Century American Inkwells

Materials

Rock Crystal, Silver Plate

Glass and Silver-Mounted Inkwell with Clock

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H 5.25 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in

Glass and Silver-Mounted Inkwell with Clock

Located in London, GB

Cut-glass and silver-mounted Inkwell with inset clock to the top Stamped 'Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company, Regent Street, London'.

Category

Early 20th Century English Inkwells

Materials

Silver

Asprey's Silver Mounted Swirled Glass Clock Inkwell - London 1909

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H 5 in Dm 6.5 in

Asprey's Silver Mounted Swirled Glass Clock Inkwell - London 1909

Located in London, GB

Edwardian clock inkwell with Baccarat swirled cut glass base and silver mounted clock - marks for Aspreys, London 1909

Category

Early 20th Century British Clocks

Materials

Silver

Antique Watch & Silver Inkwell by John Grinsell & Son Early 20th Century

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H 3.5 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

Antique Watch & Silver Inkwell by John Grinsell & Son Early 20th Century

By John Grinsell & Sons

Located in Northampton, United Kingdom

Antique Clock Inkwell with unusual sterling silver pocket watch lid and pen rest by London silversmith John Grinsell & Sons, dated 1902.

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver

Captain's Silver Clock Inkwell

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H 3.5 in Dm 7 in

Captain's Silver Clock Inkwell

Located in London, GB

A striking Captain's Silver Clock Inkwell, with silver marks of Birmingham 1912, rubbed makers mark

Category

Early 20th Century English Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

1920s -1930s Art Deco Mantel Clock - in wonderful restored condition

$2,949

H 12.6 in W 14.57 in D 4.34 in

1920s -1930s Art Deco Mantel Clock - in wonderful restored condition

By Marti

Located in Greven, DE

Art Deco Mantel Clock France Marble, Metal Art Deco around 1930 Dimensions: H × W × D: 32 × 37 × 11 cm Description: Representative French pendule in an expressive design from the ...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Metal

Black Starr and Frost Art Deco Footed Desk Clock Gilt and Nickel Finish, 1930s

$4,300

H 5 in W 8 in D 1 in

Black Starr and Frost Art Deco Footed Desk Clock Gilt and Nickel Finish, 1930s

By Black, Starr & Frost

Located in Long Beach, CA

Factory / house: Black Star and Frost Style / Reference: Footed Desk Clock Metal / Material: Gilt and Nickle Finished Circa / Year: 1930's Dimensions / Size: 8" Wide X 5" Tall Movem...

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock, Signed Oudin à Marseille

$2,032Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.23 in W 7.29 in D 4.93 in

19th Century Gilt Bronze and Marble Clock, Signed Oudin à Marseille

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This charming Louis XVI-style mantel clock is a fine example of French decorative craftsmanship, likely dating from the late 19th century. The clock features a white enamel dial sign...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Enamel, Brass

William Comyns Victorian Repousse Sterling Silver and Crystal Inkwell 1895

$550

H 2.75 in Dm 4 in

William Comyns Victorian Repousse Sterling Silver and Crystal Inkwell 1895

By William Comyns

Located in San Mateo, CA

Large Victorian inkwell by William Comyns. This has a repousse sterling design over a heavy crystal inkwell. The hinged lid is monogrammed with a JP. The piece is dated 1895.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century Cut Glass Inkwell with Silver Mountings, Birmingham, 1905

$544

H 4.73 in Dm 3.55 in

Early 20th Century Cut Glass Inkwell with Silver Mountings, Birmingham, 1905

Located in Greven, DE

English Inkwell with Faceted Crystal Body Origin: United Kingdom, Birmingham Material: Cut crystal, sterling silver mount Date: 1905 Dimensions: H × Ø: 13 × 9 cm Description: This...

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Inkwells

Materials

Silver

19th Century Antique French Mantel Clock in Black Marble & Brass

$1,184Sale Price|20% Off

H 13.39 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in

19th Century Antique French Mantel Clock in Black Marble & Brass

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This elegant antique French mantel clock is crafted from exquisite black marble, showcasing timeless sophistication and 19th-century charm. The clock features a circular enamel dial ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

1900s English Crystal and Silver Plated Sheffield Inkwell on Tray

$3,950 / set

H 8 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in

1900s English Crystal and Silver Plated Sheffield Inkwell on Tray

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1900s English crystal and silver plated Sheffield inkwell on handled tray. The tray measurement is: Depth: 10 inches. Height: 2.75 inches. Width: 14 inches. The measurement below...

Category

Antique Early 1900s European Inkwells

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Large French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock

$2,980

H 11.03 in W 25.2 in D 7.09 in

Large French Art Deco Marble Mantel Clock

By Demetre Chiparus

Located in Vienna, AT

French Art Deco marble mantel clock still in original condition. Bronzed metal, ivory imitation and various types of stone, in the Demetre Chiparus art, France, first half of the 20...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

Antique Tiffany Studios Zodiac 6-Piece Bronze Doré Desk Set

$4,500 / set

H 6.25 in W 9.5 in D 2.5 in

Antique Tiffany Studios Zodiac 6-Piece Bronze Doré Desk Set

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Cincinnati, OH

This lovely 6-piece bronze doré desk set was made by Tiffany Studios of New York. The early 20th-century set has a warm golden finish with its original patina and has been made in T...

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze

High Victorian inlaid black marble mantel clock

$1,485

H 19.5 in W 19 in D 5.5 in

High Victorian inlaid black marble mantel clock

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

High victorian inlaid black marble mantel clock circa 1870. Fine quality mantel clock of large proportions from the period in victorias reign when it was in vogue to commemorate the...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Brass

RICHARD SILVERER 1915 Austria Architectural Miniature Desk-Clock Enamel Sterling

$5,985

H 3.05 in W 3.68 in D 1.26 in

RICHARD SILVERER 1915 Austria Architectural Miniature Desk-Clock Enamel Sterling

By Richard Silbert

Located in Miami, FL

An Edwardian miniature boudoir desk clock, designed by Richard Silverer. This is an exceptional antique boudoir desk clock, masterfully made in Vienna, Austria, during the late Edwa...

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Edwardian Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Engraved Silver Miniature Lantern Clock by the Douglas Clock Company

$3,323

H 5.91 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in

Edwardian Engraved Silver Miniature Lantern Clock by the Douglas Clock Company

Located in London, GB

A highly unusual and substantial English sterling silver miniature lantern clock by the Douglas Clock Company, hallmarked Birmingham, 1901. The clock is deliberately modelled after ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Silver

Restored Art Deco Fireplace Clock, Marble, Bronze, Glass, France. 1920s

$2,552 / set

H 18.12 in W 13 in D 5.12 in

Restored Art Deco Fireplace Clock, Marble, Bronze, Glass, France. 1920s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Clock dimensions: Height: 46 cm (18.1 in) Width: 33 cm (13 in) Depth: 13 cm (5.1 in) Marble accessory dimensions: Height: 20 cm (7.9 in) Width: 11 cm (4.3 in) Depth: 9 cm (3.5 in) ...

Category

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

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique French Mantel Clock, Fire-Gilded Bronze, Diana Motif, c. 1810

$19,100

H 20 in W 15 in D 6.5 in

Antique French Mantel Clock, Fire-Gilded Bronze, Diana Motif, c. 1810

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A gold, antique French table clock, pendulum made of hand crafted fire-gilded bronze, in good condition. The circular enamel dial of the Parisian pendule is detailed with Roman numer...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal, Bronze

French Art Deco Clock & Garniture Set

$1,894 / set

H 8.08 in W 15.56 in D 5.32 in

French Art Deco Clock & Garniture Set

Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR

French Art Deco Clock & Garniture Set This attractive French Art Deco Clock is styled in a demi-lune shape with matching garniture. The clock is made of contrasting Broccatel...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Mantel Clocks

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass, Enamel

Sterling Silver Globe Inkwell Centerpiece by Tiffany & Co.

$88,500

H 11 in W 29 in D 19 in

Sterling Silver Globe Inkwell Centerpiece by Tiffany & Co.

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New Orleans, LA

This superb inkwell centerpiece dating to the Edwardian era was designed by the legendary Tiffany & Co. Crafted from sterling silver and bronze, this stunning inkwell boasts a co...

Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Inkwells

Materials

Sterling Silver, Bronze

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Art Deco Standing Ashtray with Illuminating Light

$4,500

H 27 in Dm 12 in

Art Deco Standing Ashtray with Illuminating Light

Located in North Bergen, NJ

Stunning Art Deco standing ash tray having blue glass. Polished nickel frame having three blue glass ash trays with covers.

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Floor Lamps

Gilded Peacock Sculpture in Porcelain and Crystal

$78,854

H 25.6 in W 25.6 in D 13.39 in

Gilded Peacock Sculpture in Porcelain and Crystal

Located in Paris, FR

Sculpture gilded peacock handmade in precious porcelain one by one, feather by feather. Each feather is unique. Made with shiny porcelain, hand-painted with 24-karat gold and preciou...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Pair of Antique Continental Porcelain and Bronze Candlesticks

$6,500 / set

H 9 in W 9 in

Pair of Antique Continental Porcelain and Bronze Candlesticks

Located in Tarzana, CA

Pair of antique continental porcelain and bronze candlesticks. circa 1890. Height 9" width: 9". Height measured without the lighting fixture.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Candle Holders

Secession bedside table by J&J Kohn

$1,117

H 31.89 in W 15.75 in D 14.97 in

Secession bedside table by J&J Kohn

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Secession bedside table by J&J Kohn. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Side Tables

Materials

Brass

A Fine French Empire Style 19th Century Gilt-wood Figural Mirror with Sphinxes

$48,750

H 66 in W 52 in D 5.25 in

A Fine French Empire Style 19th Century Gilt-wood Figural Mirror with Sphinxes

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine French Empire style 19th century giltwood and gesso carved figural mirror frame, flanked with a pair of sitting winged sphinxes, with carved scrolls, garlands and crowned...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Revival Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace ...

Materials

Gesso, Mirror, Wood

Beautiful Art Deco Table by Rex for Louis Vuitton, Paris, 1930s

$2,300

H 27.5 in Dm 19.5 in

Beautiful Art Deco Table by Rex for Louis Vuitton, Paris, 1930s

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful Art Deco table by Rex for Louis Vuitton, Paris, 1930s.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Secession plant stand no.9532 by arch. Marcel Kammerer for Thonet

$4,538

H 47.25 in Dm 15.75 in

Secession plant stand no.9532 by arch. Marcel Kammerer for Thonet

By Marcel Kammerer, Thonet

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Secession plant stand no.9532 by arch. Marcel Kammerer for Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Pedestals

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Italian Art Deco Dining Table in Maple with Decoration, 1940s

$4,311

H 31.11 in W 68.12 in D 38.19 in

Italian Art Deco Dining Table in Maple with Decoration, 1940s

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Rare Art Deco table in a rationalist style, maple top with a central decoration, black lacquered wood base and on the sides. Extendible at the ends.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Tables

Materials

Maple

Pierre-Paul Montagnac Cabinet

$82,500

H 68 in W 48 in D 17 in

Pierre-Paul Montagnac Cabinet

By Pierre-Paul Montagnac

Located in Philadelphia, PA

French 1940s cabinet by Pierre-Paul Montagnac. Model exhibited at the 1945 Salon d'Automne. This cabinet is a masterpiece of French cabinet-making designed by Pierre-Paul Montagnac....

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Antique Asian Screens, Set of Six, Full Size

$12,000 / set

H 135 in W 91.5 in D 2.5 in

Antique Asian Screens, Set of Six, Full Size

Located in Somis, CA

Set of 6 All original 19th century solid wood screens, made with traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery throughout. These antique Chinese screens feature the classic ice-crackle latti...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Wood

Vienna Secession Canape No. 6214 by Otto Wagner for Thonet, 1904

$7,715

H 30.32 in W 47.25 in D 21.66 in

Vienna Secession Canape No. 6214 by Otto Wagner for Thonet, 1904

By Otto Wagner, Thonet

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find an elegant and rare bentwood canapé, model no. 6214, designed Otto Wagner and produced by Thonet in the early 20th century. This refined settee exemplif...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Canapes

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage

$19,850

H 6 in W 12 in D 9 in

Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage

Located in New Orleans, LA

A work of extraordinary craftsmanship, this exquisite English vanity case is as much an item of luxury as it is of necessity. Known as a nécessaire de voyage, the case features a lux...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Velvet, Glass, Wood

Art nouveau screen no.11306 by Thonet

$3,971

H 61.03 in W 47.25 in D 1.19 in

Art nouveau screen no.11306 by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Art nouveau screen no.11306 by Thonet in excellent original condition. Oil peacock painting on canvas in bentwood frame.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Antique English Majolica Five-Piece Serveware Set, Circa 1880s

$695 / set

H 1 in Dm 8 in

Antique English Majolica Five-Piece Serveware Set, Circa 1880s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Five piece set of antique English Majolica consisting of a serving platter and four dishes with an embossed leaf design. Platter: 8" by 9.5" Plates: 8"

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Antique 19th Century English Platters and Serveware

Materials

Majolica

Jugendstil plant stan by Thonet

$2,212

H 36.23 in W 29.53 in D 11.42 in

Jugendstil plant stan by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Jugendstil bentwood plant stan by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Side Tables

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

French Figural Cherub Gilt Bronze & Marble Candelabra Clock Set, Circa 1820

$18,000

H 25.5 in W 20.5 in D 8 in

French Figural Cherub Gilt Bronze & Marble Candelabra Clock Set, Circa 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

French figural cherub gilt bronze and marble three piece clock set flanked by gilt bronze marble sphere six light candelabras, central clock flanked by figural griffons, lower foliag...

Category

Antique 1820s French Louis Philippe Clocks

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Enamel

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the inkwells with clock you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and silver, every inkwells with clock was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a inkwells with clock — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A inkwells with clock, designed in the Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made inkwells with clock over the years, but those crafted by American Waltham Watch Co., Charles Korschann and Gibson & Langman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Inkwells With Clock?

Prices for a inkwells with clock can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $236 and can go as high as $42,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,922.

Finding the Right Decorative Objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style.

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

Questions About Inkwells With Clock

What was an inkwell used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An inkwell is a small jar or container made to conveniently hold ink for a writer. Inkwells were often made of glass, pewter, brass or porcelain. You’ll find a variety of inkells from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a grandmother clock and a granddaughter clock?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a grandmother clock and a granddaughter clock is height. A grandmother clock is a longcase clock that is usually around 60 to 72 inches tall, while a granddaughter clock is one that is 36 to 60 inches high. Both are shorter than a grandfather clock, which typically measures 73 to 90 inches in height. Explore a diverse assortment of grandmother and granddaughter clocks on 1stDibs.
How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
What is a pendulum on a clock?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A pendulum in a clock is a swinging weight that is used as the timekeeping element in the clock. An antique pendulum clock is considered a timeless fixture in homes today, a hugely popular decorative piece for your living room or dining room. Shop a collection of pendulum clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a perpetual clock?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A perpetual clock is one that never requires winding or a battery change to accurately track the time and sometimes also the date. Instead, the clock relies on a gas-filled capsule that shrinks and expands in response to temperature fluctuations to power its movement. On 1stDibs, find a range of perpetual clocks.
What is a regulator a clock?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A regulator clock is a generic term used for a wall-mounted clock that is weight-driven by a pendulum. On 1stDibs, you can find a great collection of vintage and modern clocks to choose from.
What is an anniversary clock?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An anniversary clock is a table clock that only requires winding roughly once every 400 days. As a result, people sometimes wind them once per year on their wedding anniversaries to celebrate the occasion. Shop a selection of anniversary clocks on 1stDibs.
What is a mission clock?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Mission clocks are a style of clock from the 19th century Arts & Crafts design movement. Mission clocks are known for their super simplistic design.
What is a sunburst clock?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
A sunburst clock is a wall clock that features a round face surrounded by spokes of wood or metal. This design resembles a shining sun. George Nelson Associates gets credit for designing the first one for the Howard Miller Clock Company in 1950, but many other creators have introduced their own versions over the years. Shop a collection of sunburst clocks on 1stDibs.
What does a chess clock do?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Chess clocks are used primarily to make sure that a player does not overly delay the game. By keeping track of the time spent for each player's move, the total time is tracked.
What is a calendar clock?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A calendar clock is a timepiece that displays the days of the week and month, phases of the moon and other features, along with hours, minutes and seconds. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary calendar clocks from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is an Elliott clock?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
An Elliott clock is a clock produced by the company J.J. Elliott, Ltd. The clockworks was based in London and patented a unique tubular bell system for their pieces in 1884. In 1924, the company stopped producing clocks. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Elliott clocks.
What is a travel clock?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
A travel clock is a compact clock that folds flat to be packed in luggage. Some travel clocks have more than one face, allowing you to keep track of the time at home and in your current location. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of travel clocks.
Where is the elephant clock now?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The original elephant clock designed by Ismail al-Jazari is no longer in existence. However, a larger scale reproduction is on display at the Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Shop a variety of antique and vintage clocks on 1stDibs.
What are mechanical clocks?
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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.
What is the rarest clock?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 16, 2024
What the rarest clock is today will owe to a particular model's presence on the market. The rarest and most sought-after clocks in the world include those created by Patek Philippe, Waltham Watch Company, Cartier, Hermle, E. Howard & Co. and Thomas Tompion.

If a given model designed by one of these manufacturers is scarce, this attribute will be critical to determining its value providing there is demand for it. While other factors are at play when it comes to value, scarcity is important in the world of collectibles.

Clocks designed in recent decades may be worth more than their older counterparts if fewer of the former are on the market. For example, an antique clock manufactured in a large quantity, even if it is an exceptionally decorative object adorned with gilt bronze flowers and tortoiseshell elements, may be worth far less than a one-of-a-kind vintage clock owing entirely to rarity and demand.

A table clock designed by prestigious English clockmaker Thomas Tompion for Queen Mary in 1693 was sold at auction for more than $2 million in 2019, while a clock named the Duc d'Orléans Breguet Sympathique, designed by the Swiss house of Breguet in the 1830s, fetched $6.8 million at auction in 2012. There are an estimated 12 Sympathiques in existence.

Find a collection of clocks for sale on 1stDibs.
What is the Atlas clock?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Atlas clock is a famed clock mounted outside of the Tiffany & Co. store in New York. Tiffany & Co. have since created an Atlas line of watches inspired by this famous clock and legendary Greek figure. Shop a collection of authentic Atlas watches on 1stDibs.
What is a clock spandrel?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The spandrel of a clock is the triangular-shaped space between the top of an arch and the frame on either side. This feature often has decorative elements to create interest on either side. On 1stDibs, find a collection of clocks with spandrels from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is a nautical clock?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nautical clock, also known as a marine chronometer, is a timepiece found on ships. The clock dictates a ship’s position by celestial navigation and keeps the current time in comparison to GMT. Browse a wide range of nautical memorabilia, including clocks, on 1stDibs.
What is a Junghans clock?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Junghans clock is a timekeeping device made by Junghans Uhren GmbH, a German manufacturer. Erhard Junghans founded the company in Schramberg, Germany on April 15, 1861, and it remains in business to the present day. Shop a variety of Junghans clocks on 1stDibs.