Lot 77
  • 77

Cartier Chinese Mythical Creature Mystery Clock

Estimate
1,560,000 - 2,800,000 HKD
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Description

  • A LARGE, VERY RARE AND IMPORTANT YELLOW GOLD, DIAMOND, ROCK CRYSTAL, SMOKEY QUARTZ, ONYX AND BLACK AGATE MYSTERY CLOCKCIRCA 1995 CASE NO 220932 HPSR 0289
  • height 32cm
With mechanical nickel lever jeweled movement, housed in one of the two substantial black agate stepped bases, connected by a rectangular piece of smokey quartz, two double smokey quartz columns with gold, onyx and diamond set capitals surmounted by two carved smokey quartz Chinese mythical creature, one to each column and centered by a large gold circular casing in gold and smokey quartz, rock crystal dial with gold and diamond set Roman numerals on onyx background, case signed and numbered

Condition

The clock overall is in very nice and presentable condition, one or two small areas of tarnishing to the gold, rock crystal and smokey quartz all intact, all diamonds are present, dial is clean, movement is in working order.
"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

Accompanied by a Cartier presentation travelling box and identically numbered.