Hanson Windsor Flame Mahogany Bracket Clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 1835
This bracket clock is housed in a case finished in flame mahogany, featuring an acorn-shaped central finial atop its pyramid-form crest. The piece dates to approximately 1835, as reported by the source.
Its timekeeping is managed by an anchor recoil escapement movement with a front-wind configuration. The dial is hand-painted and displays black Roman numerals accompanied by a baton-style minute track. Original steel hands, described as 'English moon' style, indicate the time. The dial is shielded by a convex glass pane set within a brass bezel. The overall dimensions are 43 cm in height, 27 cm in width, and 17 cm in depth.
The vendor, an independent restorer, reports that the clock is fully serviced and in working order, and it is accompanied by a winding key and pendulum.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 1835
- Type
- Bracket clock
- Dimensions
- 43cm x 27cm x 17cm
- Movement Type
- Anchor recoil escapement
- Place recorded
- England
- Maker / attribution
- Hanson
Design
- Visible features
- • Hand-painted dial signed 'HANSON' over 'WINDSOR' • Case features flame mahogany veneers and a brass acorn finial • Convex glass set in a brass bezel protecting the dial • Bun feet support the rectangular base of the clock case
- Maintenance and Authenticity
- The clock is identified by the SKU reference JN44. According to the vendor, the piece has undergone a full service, and the original aesthetic elements have been cleaned while maintaining the integrity of the finish. The current presentation of the object is provided by the vendor who conducted the service. Prospective assessment of the condition relies on the visual documentation provided, which shows the state of the dial, the case finish, and the external brass elements. All functional claims regarding the movement and the state of the mechanisms are attributed to the current provider.
- Case and Aesthetic Construction
- The clock is constructed with a flame mahogany exterior, presenting an original finish. The design incorporates a tiered base supported by bun feet and a structure culminating in a central brass acorn finial situated atop a top-mounted pyramid section. A distinctive feature of the upper cabinet is the dark-toned, fluted molding that provides a visual border above the main housing. The front of the case is dominated by a circular brass bezel fitted with a convex glass element, which protects the internal painted dial. The wood grain exhibits patterns consistent with flame mahogany, covering the primary panels of the frame. The overall proportions result in a total height of 43 cm, a width of 27 cm, and a depth of 17 cm.
- Dial and Timekeeping Components
- The dial is painted by hand and features black Roman numerals arranged in a standard clockwise sequence. A baton-style minute track encircles the dial perimeter, aiding precision. The clock face bears the name 'HANSON' in the upper section and 'WINDSOR' in the lower section, indicating the maker and the location of origin. Timekeeping is powered by a front-wind movement utilizing an anchor recoil escapement mechanism. The hands, identified as 'English moon' style, are crafted from steel. The seller reports that these components have been cleaned and are in full working order, supported by the inclusion of the original pendulum and a winding key necessary for operation.
Identification
- Reference
- JN44
- 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: Service history is attributed solely to the current vendor
- Research required: Specific material authenticity of the movement components is not verified beyond the 'anchor recoil' description