ATO Art Deco Electric Clock Signed Léon Hatot
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
Circa 1930
This large Art Deco electric clock by ATO is signed Léon Hatot and dates to circa 1930 in France according to dealer documentation. The structure features a blasted glass plate flanked by stepped black bakelite side mounts positioned on a horizontal base bar.
A rectangular dial plate displays stylized geometric Art Deco Arabic numerals, an ATO signature beneath 12 o'clock, and retailer text above 6 o'clock. A central rectangular cutout reveals mechanical components including the balance wheel.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- Circa 1930
- Type
- Electric mantel clock
- Height
- 22.5 cm
- Length
- 57 cm
- Materials
- Blasted glass and black bakelite
- Maker / Brand
- ATO / Léon Hatot
- Place recorded
- France
- Maker / attribution
- Léon Hatot (ATO)
Design
- Visible features
- • Stepped black bakelite supports flank the lower edges of the glass panel. • The dial features stylized rectangular and blocky Art Deco Arabic numerals with striped outer borders. • A central cutout in the dial plate exposes the internal balance and movement assembly.
- Object Identity and Origin
- The object is listed as an Art Deco electric clock signed LÉON HATOT and branded ATO, described by the dealer as a "Large Size" model. The dealer dates the piece to circa 1930 with origin in France. Reported dimensions are a length of 57 cm and a height of 22.5 cm. Additional claims regarding Léon Hatot's broader commercial history or manufacturing innovations represent general historical context not documented in the dealer listing.
- Materials and Case Construction
- The case structure is described by the source as composed of blasted glass and black bakelite. Physical observation shows stepped black bakelite supports positioned at the lower edges flanking the central glass panel.
- Dial and Visible Movement Details
- Direct observation of the face shows stylized, blocky Art Deco Arabic numerals decorated with striped outer borders, alongside a central cutout in the dial plate that reveals the balance wheel and movement assembly. The source reports traces of wear to the black lacquer on the numerals. Regarding operation, the seller notes that the movement is apparently functional with hands turning when the balance wheel is activated, but cautions that the electrical system requires servicing.
Identification
- Reference
- 1774615
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The electrical system requires servicing according to the seller description.
- Research required: Minor wear to the black lacquer on numerals is visible and reported by the source.