The National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC)
Chapter 154 - Daytona Beach, Florida
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The National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC)
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Mission Clocks Brief History In late 19th century an Arts and Crafts movement
evolved in England from the writings and lectures of William Morris and others.
The movement was a reaction to the excesses of the Victorian era with its overly
ornamented and gaudy designs. The idea was that design should be simple and
celebrate the beauty of the materials from which it was made. It was a return to
hand crafted objects rather than shoddy mass production. The movement soon
spread to America and the Mission style, based on furniture from the Spanish
California Missions, was born. Mission clocks were introduced in this movement
and followed furniture designs in style and case materials. In recent years America has rediscovered the style and it is now more popular than ever. The clean lines and simple designs just seem to fit in with today’s lifestyle. The style brings to mind two principles of design that have been taught for decades and are still taught in trade schools and universities today, “form follows function” and “less is more.” Click here for more details on the history of the Mission Arts and Crafts Movement Mission Clocks (sample pictures and brief descriptions)
Gilbert Mission Wall Clock - (circa 1907) - This is a fully restored Gilbert Mission Oak Gallery Wall Clock. It measures 28 inches long and 16 inches wide, having an 11 inch individually applied Arabic brass numeral dial. The brass bob pendulum swings freely outside the bottom of the case. This finish on this piece is really beautiful. The movement is an eight day signed Gilbert, with its trademark and date of 1907. It strikes on the hour on a coiled mellow gong, and the half hour on a bell.
Mission Oak and Copper Grandfather Clock - (circa 1910) - This is a fine example of the slat style Mission grandfather clocks. It has a beautiful copper dial, which is rarely seen. The dial accents wonderfully with the original deep brown finish of the oak. The posts are finished off with a classic Arts & Crafts pyramid design. Even the slats are attached with hand-forged pyramid head nails, and the weights and pendulum are brass to keep everything color coordinated with a natural, almost rustic look. The movement is an eight day operated by pulling the weight chains, and it gongs every half hour. The dimensions are 76" high, 18" wide, and 12 1/2" deep.
Mission Oak and Brass Mantle Clock - (circa early 1900s) - This is an excellent example of the Mission Arts and Crafts Mantle Clocks. It has a solid oak case highlighted by brass Arabic numerals. It is 17" tall x 5.5" deep x 9.5" wide. The movement is an eight day with chimes on the hour and half hour.
Pequegnat Dominion Arts and Craft Style Mission Mantle Clock - (circa early 1900s) - Original Dull Golden Oak Finish was a gold decal dial. The decal dial is 5 inches in diameter. The straight base clock measures 10 5/8" high x 10" wide. It has an eight day movement with hourly and half hour strikes.
National Clock and Mfg. Company Mission Wall Clock - (circa early 1900s) - The color and finish on this Mission Arts and Crafts Wall Clock is extraordinary. It was manufactured in Chicago by the National Clock and Mfg. Company. It has a solid cherry wood case highlighted by its unusual shape and accented with brass Arabic numerals. It is 21" tall x 5" deep x 13" wide. The movement is an eight day with bell dongs on the hour and half hour.
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