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Cartier
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- A RARE AND UNUSUAL 18K YELLOW GOLD AND ENAMEL BALL-SHAPED DESK TIMEPIECE WITH 18K YELLOW GOLD, ENAMEL, EMERALD AND NEPHRITE STANDCIRCA 1926 NO 1509
- diameter 56.5 mm, overall height 79 mm
• manual winding movement signed European Watch & Clock Co, 15 jewels, wound by turning the bezel clockwise • silvered guilloché dial, Roman numerals, gilt engraved arrow hands, the hands set by depressing the button to the case back which pushes the bezel forward and then turning the bezel • case with black enamel random dispersing pattern • carved geometric nephrite stand with four gold and enamel cobra head holders with emerald eyes • case, dial and movement signed • case back with London import marks for 1926 • fitted presentation case
Condition
The manual movement is running at the time of cataloguing. Dial is discoloured and the numerals and signature are worn. Case with light scuffs throughout, enamel decoration with a couple of small chips, bezel stamped with gold French mark. Nephrite stand with some small chips to the edges but overall in good condition. The cobra heads with buff top emerald eyes, one head with replaced green enamel and small chips. Black enamel worn to the edges of the cobras and flat chip to the top of one of the heads.
Movement signed European Watch & Clock Co, numbered 1026420.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.
Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."
Catalogue Note
Similar ball-shaped desk timepieces on stands are illustrated in Barracca, J, Le Temps de Cartier, p171 & 188. These examples have quite straight forward stands whereas the present model possesses a considerably more dramatic look with the four realistically formed cobra heads. This could be inspired by the discovery of Tutankharmun's tomb in 1922.