BELLE EPOQUE AGATE 'MIGNONETTE' CLOCK, CARTIERImportant information about this lot
Price Realised CHF 12,500
Estimate
CHF 12,000 - CHF 18,000
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- Overall condition good. Some traces of tarnish and scratches throughout. Plaque under the base engraved 'Email sur Or Doublé Argent'. Gross weight: 104 gr. - O.Bachet & A. Cartier, 2020, expertise no. BC2003-85: Belle Epoque 'Mignonette' 'cube' desk clock, Cartier Paris, 1912. Particularity: an example of the smallest size of Cartier's 'cube' clock production which contributed to affirming Cartier's style in clock manufacturing. The thin gold surface is soldered onto a thicker silver base which brought down the cost of manufacture without sacrificing its aspect. This manufacturing technique is mentioned by the plaque underneath the base with the indication: 'émail doublé or sur argent'. - Dial signed Cartier, no. 3996. Movement no. 88679. - Movement 11 jewels. - The dial in very good condition, a few small spots. - The agate in good condition. - The white enamel with minor sctaches throughout. - The diamonds all complete. - 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.
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Lot 14Sale 19662
BELLE EPOQUE AGATE 'MIGNONETTE' CLOCK, CARTIEREstimate: CHF 12,000 - 18,000
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