The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
- Overall condition good. A few scratches throughout. Minor scratches to the glass. Gross weight: 395 gr.
- O.Bachet & A. Cartier, 2020, expertise no. BC2003-4: Art Deco desk clock with folding strut, Cartier Paris, 1926. Particularity: a rare example of a model whose decoration follows a disposition of succeeding concentric circles starting with the circular 'laque burgauté' dial in the center, surrounded by a circle of mother-of-pearl panels for the chapter ring applied with the gold Arabic numerals further surrounded by a repeating black enamel motif of Islamic arcades. As often can be seen in Cartier's production many Oriental influences were mixed on a piece. The idea being to place the beholder in a spirit of being in a faraway cultures. After entering the Parisian stock in 1926, the clock was sent to America to be sold int eh Cartier store on Fifth Avenue.
- Dial signed France, stand signed European Watch & Clock Co. Inc France, maker's mark (Maurice Coüet), nos. 1438, 0485 and 613. Movement signed European Watch and Clock Co. Inc, no. 82987.
- Movement 12 jewels.
- Some small cracks to the dial.
- The ebonite in good condition.
- The enamel in good condition.
- The moonstone in good condition.
- Some cracks to the mother-of-pearl.
- The cabochon turquoises in good condition, one situation between 6 and 7 o'clock probably later replaced.
- One diamond deficient on the dial.
- Movement ticking at time of cataloguing, working order and timekeeping cannot be guaranteed at time of purchase.
- Please see Important Notice at the back of the catalogue for all clocks and watches and regarding coloured stones and the sale of endangered species.
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