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Cartier, Paris

A gilt-brass and enamel miniature travelling drum-form musical alarm clock, Circa 1960s

No reserve

No Reserves

Auction Closed

April 24, 04:23 PM GMT

Estimate

9,500 - 14,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

Cartier, Paris

A gilt-brass and enamel miniature travelling drum-form musical alarm clock, Circa 1960s

Dial: cream dial signed Cartier, slim stretched triangular hour indexes, blued steel dauphine hands, centre seconds, serpentine alarm indicator hand

Calibre: going train comprising 11½’’’ calibre AS1475 movement signed Bueche Girod, grained decoration, lever escapement, 17 jewels, annular balance with poising screws, unadjusted, flat hairspring, Incabloc shock absorber, alarm mechanism connected to separate musical train with standing barrel signed Reuge Ste Croix, Switzerland, pinned barrel for music plucked by a comb of 17 tuned teeth

Movement number: musical movement numbered 40'083

Case: gilt-brass drum-form case, case sides of banded red and green translucent enamel, two crowns to base for going and alarm trains, case back with circular engine-turning, secured by two screws, winder for musical movement to back

Case number: 640'083

Size: 28.5 mm diameter

Accessories: Cartier outer box, original fabric travel case and travelling pouch

A small and luxurious travelling accessory, this musical alarm clock plays “Eine kleine Nachtmusik,” one of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s most celebrated compositions. Composed in 1787, this enduring piece, officially titled “Serenade No. 13 for strings in G major,” is renowned for its bright and jubilant opening movement. The inclusion of this iconic melody adds an additional refinement to this Cartier clock.

The movement is A. Schild’s calibre 1475, which incorporates an alarm function. As one of the most successful vintage alarm watch mechanisms, the calibre 1475 was widely used by various manufacturers, including Tudor in their Advisor model and Movado in their Ermetophon alarm purse watch. In this instance, the mechanism has been ingeniously paired with a musical module supplied by the specialist firm Reuge. When the alarm time is reached, the AS calibre movement activates the Reuge musical module which then plays Mozart’s composition.

卡地亞巴黎

銅鍍金及琺瑯微型鼓形旅行音樂鬧鐘，約1960年製

附帶外盒、原裝皮套及旅行袋子

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense.

Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.

Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.

"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."