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Mantel clock in arched wooden case

Partially verified

This mantel clock features an arched wooden case with a dark brown finish and rounded base supports. The design includes oval lattice woodwork on both sides, which are backed by fabric to facilitate sound projection. The silver-colored metal dial displays Roman numerals and a winding aperture positioned above the number six. The clock operates via a mechanical movement, which is accessed through a rear hinged wooden door. The back of the movement consists of a circular brass plate finished with a decorative wavy pattern and secured by multiple screws. At the top of this plate, an integrated regulator lever is marked with the letters S and F, indicating slow and fast adjustments respectively. The provided source text notes a discrepancy between the physical item shown in the photographs and the seller's initial description, which incorrectly identified the object as a brass-cased carriage clock with repeater function.

Side view of the wooden mantel clock showing the floral-style lattice sound vent.
Side view of the wooden mantel clock showing the floral-style lattice sound vent. — Vintage Clocks UK. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Clock · Mantel clock
Maker / attribution
Hampton & Sons
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
Not established
Source-reported place
Not established

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 and Aesthetic Features

The clock is constructed with an arched-top wooden case finished in a dark brown tone. The structure is supported by rounded feet. Distinctive decorative elements include oval-shaped, floral-patterned lattice woodwork positioned on the left and right sides of the case.

These side panels are backed with fabric, a design feature intended to allow the clock's sound to resonate outwards. The front of the case houses a metallic, silver-toned dial featuring dark hands and black printed Roman numerals for hour indication. A single winding port is located directly above the six o'clock position.

Evidence for this section
  • “بدنه ساعت از چوب با بافت مشخص و رنگ قهوه‌ای تیره ساخته شده که دارای فرم طاقی (Arched Top) در بالا و پایه‌های گرد در قسمت زیرین است”
  • “در دو طرف جانبی بدنه، شبکه‌بندی‌های چوبی بیضی‌شکل مشبک با طرح گل تعبیه شده”

Movement and Regulation

Access to the internal mechanism is provided via a hinged wooden cover located at the rear of the case, which is secured with a latch. The movement features a circular brass back plate decorated with a wavy, engine-turned texture and is mounted into the case with multiple screws.

A regulator lever is situated at the top of the brass plate, allowing for the adjustment of timekeeping speed. The lever is clearly demarcated with the letters 'S' for slow and 'F' for fast. Engraved markings are also visible at the bottom section of the plate.

Evidence for this section
  • “موتور ساعت دارای صفحه پشتی مدور از جنس برنج با پرداخت متلاطم (موج‌دار/طرح‌دار) است”
  • “در بالای این صفحه گرد، اهرم تنظیم رگولاتور با نشانه‌گذاری‌های S (کند) و F (تند) به چشم می‌خورد”

Cataloguing Discrepancies

The provided documentation identifies a significant contradiction between the written record and the visual evidence. While the seller's description classifies the object as a brass-cased 'Carriage clock' with a repeater function, the photographs exclusively depict a wooden-cased mantel clock.

Collectors are advised that the text attributes provided by the seller do not align with the object shown in the images. Consequently, independent verification of the movement's functionality and the authenticity of the markings on the brass plate is recommended, as the provided source lacks specific details regarding service history or dimensions.

Evidence for this section
  • “نکته حائز اهمیت برای مجموعه‌داران این است که متن ارائه‌شده توسط فروشنده کالا به یک «Carriage clock با قاب برنجی و قابلیت تکرارکننده ساعت» اشاره دارد، در حالی که تصاویر بارگذاری‌شده تماماً یک ساعت رومیزی طاقچه‌ای با جعبه چوبی و موتور مکانیکی گرد را به نمایش می‌گذارند”

Open research questions

  • What is the significance of the unidentified hallmark and characters engraved on the bottom of the brass movement plate?
  • Does the wooden case contain internal maker labels or stamps not visible in the current photograph set?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Mantel clock in arched wooden case
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Case materialWood with dark brown finish“بدنه ساعت از چوب با بافت مشخص و رنگ قهوه‌ای تیره ساخته شده”
Movement typeMechanical with circular brass back plate“موتور ساعت دارای صفحه پشتی مدور از جنس برنج با پرداخت متلاطم (موج‌دار/طرح‌دار) است”
Regulator markingsS (slow) and F (fast)“اهرم تنظیم رگولاتور با نشانه‌گذاری‌های S (کند) و F (تند)”
Dial configurationSilver-colored with Roman numerals“صفحه ساعت مدور و فلزی با جلای نقره‌ای‌رنگ است که ارقام رومی برای نمایش ساعات روی آن چاپ یا حک شده‌اند”
Winding mechanismSingle aperture above the number six“یک درگاه کوک نیز در بخش پایینی صفحه و بالای عدد شش دیده می‌شود”
Side ornamentationOval floral-style lattice“در دو طرف جانبی بدنه، شبکه‌بندی‌های چوبی بیضی‌شکل مشبک با طرح گل تعبیه شده”

Visible details

  • Dark wooden case with an arched top profile
  • Circular brass movement plate with decorative wavy engine-turned finish
  • Oval side panels with floral-style lattice woodwork for sound
  • Regulator lever clearly marked with S and F indicators

Research qualifications

  • The source notes a significant discrepancy between the seller's text (claiming a brass carriage clock) and the photographic evidence (a wooden mantel clock)
  • The internal mechanical condition and provenance are not documented in the provided source

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

Consulted source

Fantastic Antique Repeater Carriage clock – Gong striking

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 1a8c29a120

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