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Ferranti Model 105 Electric Mantel Clock

Partially verified

This Ferranti Model 105 electric mantel clock was manufactured in England in 1933 by Ferranti Limited. Held by the Science Museum Group under object number Y1996.10.5, the clock features an elongated hexagonal Art Deco case set on a dark plinth with stepped metallic base ends. The dial face follows the geometric profile of the case, marked with elongated Roman numerals and the Ferranti signature below the upper chapter. The museum record notes materials of unknown metal, unidentified plastic, and glass, measuring 120 mm high by 180 mm wide by 65 mm deep with a weight of 0.9 kg.

Ferranti Model 105 electric mantel clock
Ferranti Model 105 electric mantel clock — The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk
Category
Clock · Electric mantel clock
Maker / attribution
Ferranti Limited
Reference
Model 105
Catalogue / lot identifier
Y1996.10.5
Source-reported date
1933
Country
England

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case Design and Form

The Ferranti Model 105 features an elongated hexagonal polished metal front bezel. The clock is set on a dark plinth base, which is mounted on metallic corner feet.

A cylindrical housing is visible behind the upper portion of the case. The total dimensions of the object are 120 mm high by 180 mm wide by 65 mm deep.

Evidence for this section
  • “Elongated hexagonal polished metal front bezel”
  • “Dark plinth base mounted on metallic corner feet”
  • “Cylindrical housing visible behind the upper portion of the case”
  • “Measurements: overall: 120 mm x 180 mm x 65 mm, .9 kg”

Dial and Configuration

The dial is light-toned and conforms to the hexagonal shape of the case. The markers consist of elongated Roman numerals and baton markers.

The Ferranti brand is printed on the dial beneath the XII marker.

Evidence for this section
  • “Light-toned dial conforming to the hexagonal shape with elongated Roman numerals and baton markers”
  • “Ferranti printed branding beneath the XII marker”

Production and Material Data

The clock was manufactured in England in 1933 by Ferranti Limited. The total weight of the object is recorded as 0.9 kg.

Materials are identified in the source as metal (unknown), plastic (unidentified), and glass. Details regarding the internal movement or rear power connection are not visible in the provided record.

Evidence for this section
  • “Made: 1933 in England”
  • “maker: Ferranti Limited”
  • “Materials: metal (unknown) , plastic (unidentified) and glass”
  • “Measurements: overall: 120 mm x 180 mm x 65 mm, .9 kg”

Open research questions

  • What specific type of electric movement is used in the Model 105?
  • Can the unidentified metal and plastic materials be identified?
  • Are there additional details regarding the power connection or internal mechanism not observable from the front?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Ferranti Model 105 Electric Mantel Clock
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerFerranti Limited“maker: Ferranti Limited”
Date and Place1933 in England“Made: 1933 in England”
Object NumberY1996.10.5“Object Number: Y1996.10.5”
TypeElectric clock and mantel clock“type: electric clock and mantel clock”
MaterialsMetal (unknown), plastic (unidentified) and glass“Materials: metal (unknown) , plastic (unidentified) and glass”
Measurements120 mm x 180 mm x 65 mm, .9 kg“Measurements: overall: 120 mm x 180 mm x 65 mm, .9 kg”
Credit LineGift of Ferranti International Signal plc“credit: Gift of Ferranti International Signal plc”
CreditGift of Ferranti International Signal plc“credit: Gift of Ferranti International Signal plc”

Visible details

  • Elongated hexagonal polished metal front bezel
  • Light-toned dial conforming to the hexagonal shape with elongated Roman numerals and baton markers
  • Ferranti printed branding beneath the XII marker
  • Dark plinth base mounted on metallic corner feet
  • Cylindrical housing visible behind the upper portion of the case

Research qualifications

  • Source notes specific metal and plastic compositions as unknown or unidentified
  • Rear movement and power connection details are not visible from the front perspective

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Ferranti Model 105 Clock | Science Museum Group Collection

Reviewed 2026-10-21 · Record 7f521db36b

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