Hesma electric clock
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1960-1970
This electric mantel clock is attributed by the source to Hesma and dated to circa 1960–1970. The metallic case features a flared body with an arched top, mounted via two short risers onto a stepped rectangular base.
The circular dial displays a two-tone chapter ring with Roman numerals at the cardinal points interspersed with dart-style indices. A clear electrical cord terminates in a modern grounded European power plug. The seller notes that the clock runs on mains electricity and measures 21 cm in height, 25 cm in width, and 4 cm in depth.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Electric mantel clock
- Maker
- Hesma
- Period
- 1960-1970
- Materials
- Brass, Glass
- Dimensions
- 21 cm x 25 cm x 4 cm
- Power source
- Mains electricity
- Maker / attribution
- Hesma
Design
- Visible features
- • Flared metallic clock case with an arched upper rim, supported by two short cylindrical risers on a stepped base • Circular two-tone dial with applied Roman numerals at III, VI, IX, and XII and dart hour markers elsewhere • Linear metallic trim applied along both angled outer sides of the front case • Clear insulated electric power cord fitted with a modern white European-style plug • Dial cover shows slight reflections and surface wear consistent with age
- Dial Configuration and Display
- The circular dial features a two-tone chapter ring arrangement with applied Roman numerals at the cardinal positions (III, VI, IX, and XII) and dart-style markers at intermediate hours. A dial cover protects the hands and face, exhibiting slight reflections and minor surface wear. Specific bezel attachment methods or visible maker signatures on the dial face are not detailed in the available view.
- Visual Construction and Case Design
- The clock displays a flared metallic case with an arched upper rim, supported upon a stepped rectangular base by two short cylindrical risers. Along both angled outer edges of the front case, linear metallic trim is applied, framing the central housing. A clear insulated electric power cord fitted with a modern white European-style plug extends from the assembly. While the cataloguer lists materials as brass and glass, and the seller reports dimensions of 21 cm in height, 25 cm in width, and 4 cm in depth, rear fasteners, internal chassis framing, and specific metal alloys are not documented in the source.
- Movement, Electrification, and Source Attribution
- The listing categorizes the piece as an electric clock, with the seller noting that it operates on electricity and does not require winding. The seller also reports that the clock runs silently, works perfectly, and was inherited from their grandmother with light signs of use. The attribution to maker 'Hesma' and the date range of 1960–1970 stem entirely from the auction listing metadata. Internal movement construction, motor type, and rear maker markings are not recorded in this source, leaving the technical originality of the movement and plug unverified.
Identification
- 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: Internal electrical movement type and original wiring safety cannot be confirmed from the front view
- Research required: Period of 1960–1970 and maker attribution are based on auction listing descriptions