Antique Mechanism

Copernican-type planetary globe in cardboard and engraved paper mounted on a blackened wooden stand. France, circa 1810. H. 54 cm Diam. 36 cm Antique armillary spheres and planetaria...

Antique Italian Iron Safe with Complicated Locking Mechanism Italy, early 19th century This compact yet substantial antique Italian safe is constructed of heavy iron plate and retai...

Such fine pieces are rarely seen, especially from the Regency period.. It features a mechanism that allows the upper writing surface to be extended.

18th century Scottish walnut linen press featuring a striking hand-turned screw mechanism above a graduated chest of drawers. Originally designed for pressing and storing household l...

Description: Plain silver snuffbox with tilting mechanism on both lids. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese.

Description: Silver bell, cut and embossed with floral motifs, mechanism inside. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese.

Constructed in metal with finely engineered moving parts, the weapon features a folding blade concealed within the body of the pistol. When the mechanism is cocked, the trigger eleme...

Description: Silver bell with mechanism inside resting on a guilloche cup. Metal: Silver.

Description: Silver bell, cut-out, spiral with floral motifs and mechanism inside. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese.

Description: Silver bell with bows, garlands, pen holder, mechanism inside and harlequin standing on a ball.

Condition: Good working condition with signs of age and use. The mechanism is complete and moves freely.

Description: Silver bell with cut-out and embossed lid with floral motifs, mechanism inside and resting on four feet. Metal: Silver.

The internal locking mechanisms and key must are still original and work following a specific sequence of movements, shown in video.

Victorian Antique Captains Desk Chair With An Iron Tilt Mechanism With Brass Stud Detailing & Light Grey Upholstery Finished with Brass Studs Has original iron bounce & tilt...

The piece retains its original mechanism, pendulum, and weights, making it a true collector’s item.

Antique Biedermeier secretary with rare mechanism Middle German Cherry Biedermeier circa 1815 Dimensions: H x W x D: 180 x 128 x 63 cm Description: Antique cylinder secretary in m...

Materials: Sterling silver, guilloche colored glass enamel and black hard enamel Mechanism: Lift arm, with levered flint wheel. Weight: 52.3 Grams, (33.54 Dwt).

An Arts & Crafts oak adjustable height swivel office chair, with Industrial style mechanisms that allow one to adjust the height of the seat, they swivel through 360 degrees and also...

Medium: Pencil on paper Size: 10 inches (height) x 8 inches (width) Signed: No Condition: Good condition, with slight wear on the edges Provenance: From the artist's estate Descrip...

Birdcage mechanism at the top of the pedesal allows the top to rotate.

An Elegant Gallery Easel Of architectonic design, the walnut easel with carefully crafted details and restrained carved ornament, the vertical uprights buttressed by curved volutes,...

Scotch, Vodka and Bourbon signs are included with the cut glass decanters. The locking mechanism holds the bottles in place for easy transport.

19th Century Clock with Hand Carved Oak Case with Original Mechanism

The second plate in the compilation expands on the artillery mechanisms by featuring an analysis of the 'Avant-train du Capitaine Espagnol.'

Antique 18th century French decorative long case clock with newly refurbished mechanisms. Please note that this is an old clock face with refurbished and modernized clock mechanisms.

English Victorian Davenport Desk Lift Top Pop Up Mechanism Concealed File Compartment. Beautiful burl wood cabinet.

Rare solid teak multi-drawer apothecary/file cabinet with locking mechanism and hardware in original patina. Beautifully aged metal pulls.

Decorative heart motif rim lock mechanism made of solid oak and brass. All original with key.

An impressive mid-19th century figured mahogany circular dining table with unusual wind-out extending mechanism bearing maker’s label: “T. H. Filmer’s cabinet, upholstery, bedding an...

Description: Silver bell with floral reliefs, mechanism inside and resting on four feet. Metal: Silver.

Long case clock with red original paint from the mid 1800s. The clock is made in painted pine and dated with the year 1847. Originates from Hälsingland, Sweden. The glass in the ring...

Portal clock Vienna around 1825 with integrated musical mechanism Signed: “A.Olbrich in Wien” and number 215719157.

Very rare gaming table, with a fascinatingly executed folding mechanism. This object was made in England, around 1920, in the Art Deco period.

Entertain in style with this beautifully crafted, antique Tantalus from England. Crafted, circa 1860, the bar accessory features three cut-glass carafes with decorative round stopper...

Crafted in France in the late 19th century, this charming six-step folding ladder offers both utility and timeworn character. Built from solid pine with visible pegged joinery and ir...

Photo album with a musical mechanism, Europe, end of 19th - beg. of 20th century Additional Information: Materials: Leather, metal, paper, gilding, lithography Vintage from the ...

The original locking mechanism and key are present and functional, although the mechanism should be operated gently.

The clock is sold 'as is' : as a decorative piece only with the original mechanism and pendulum but not guaranteed to be in working order - If you want it working we can fit a profes...

Originally coin-operated, the mechanism has been removed, allowing the table to be enjoyed freely while retaining its original appearance.

Great example of a very early 1800s antique Swedish mora clock with hand carved detailing to the body and hood as proven by the single handed mechanism common to the early 1800s. Th...

Seiler is the original founder of this unique mechanism and would go on to patent the unique mechanism.

Mechanism reviewed recently and in working conditons.

The clock is sold 'as is' : as a decorative piece only with the original mechanism and pendulum but not guaranteed to be in working order - If you want it working we can fit a profes...

It features a classic draw-leaf mechanism, allowing two extension leaves to slide out from beneath the main top, significantly increasing its surface area for entertaining.

The spinning wheel features a traditional construction with a large wheel, legs and spinning mechanism and stands as a decorative example of historic craft equipment

the clock is sold 'as is' : as a decorative piece only with the original mechanism and pendulum but not guaranteed to be in working order - If you want it working we can fit a profes...

The table stands on a central pedestal base and features a tilt-top mechanism, allowing the tabletop to be raised vertically

It features a gorgeous flame Mahagony circular top with a finely carved scalloped “pie‑crust” edge, mounted on a tilt mechanism that allows the surface to fold upright for storage or...

the clock is sold 'as is' : as a decorative piece only with the original mechanism and pendulum but not guaranteed to be in working order - If you want it working we can fit a profes...

The face has some enamel lifting and inclusions which will be restored prior to shipping the clock is sold 'as is' : as a decorative piece only with the original mechanism and pendu...

the clock is sold 'as is' : as a decorative piece only with the original mechanism and pendulum but not guaranteed to be in working order - If you want it working we can fit a profes...

It now takes four E12 bulbs. The gas mechanism looks untouched and no wire is showing. This chandelier is polished brass and nickel plated... a nice upgrade from the painted finish o...

Hardware: The original C-clasp and pin mechanism remain fully functional. Offered in honest antique condition, reflecting its genuine age and history.

the clock is sold 'as is' : as a decorative piece only with the original mechanism and pendulum but not guaranteed to be in working order - If you want it working we can fit a profes...

The upper arm terminates in a decorative scroll-form bracket supporting a pivoting socket assembly (mechanism seized) with pull-chain switch. The lamp retains a wide frosted glass sh...

The top can be tilted vertically using the mechanism beneath, allowing the table to be displayed or stored more compactly when not in use.

The wooden pencil cleverly screws into the internal brass mechanism to securely house and keep the pencil in place.

A handsome and unusual 19th-century ship’s swivel chair, crafted from solid oak and featuring an ingenious height-adjustable mechanism. Originally designed for use aboard a ship, th...

the clock is sold 'as is' : as a decorative piece only with the original mechanism and pendulum but not guaranteed to be in working order - If you want it working we can fit a profes...

These glasses utilize a folding mechanism where the lenses overlap; operating a small lever on the handle unfolds them into the shape of standard spectacles.