Charles Maxwell - Artisan, Owner, Designer, Builder

I believe mechanical timekeeping should transcend utility and become art. These handcrafted wooden skeleton clocks are rare masterpieces—every gear, wheel, and frame carved from select hardwoods with uncompromising precision.

The result of each project is more than a clock—it’s a kinetic sculpture and a statement of elegance. These heirloom-quality creations are not mass-produced; they are singular works of functional art, destined for collectors who value rarity, craftsmanship, and legacy.

Explore my galleries of past commissions and discover how you can own a timepiece that measures hours while embodying centuries of tradition and innovation.

Recognitions

Fine Woodworking Magazine: The Reader's Gallery:

• FWW No.215, Dec 2010, Pg. 76 - M5

• FWW No. 254, June 2016, Pg. 81 - M10

• FWW No. 301, Feb 2023, Pg. 72 - M18

National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC) 2025 Crafts Competition:
- First Place: Class three Clock Movements - Wood
- People's Choice Award.

Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester, NY, Fine Craft Show, Oct 2025, Award of Excellence.