Gem-set desk clock, Cartier, 1920s

The circular yellow gold dial applied with Roman numerals, the hands set with rose-cut diamonds, to the black enamel and cabochon ruby bezel, set within a rutilated rock crystal arched case decorated with jade plaques carved in a floral pattern, respectively embellished with a rose-cut diamond and a cabochon ruby,

Cf: Franco Cologni and Ettore Mocchetti, L'Objet Cartier, 150 ans de Tradition et d' Innovation, Paris 1992, pages 92-93 and 100 for examples of similar desk clocks.

Numbered 0974 and 2889 on the hinged stand. Inscribed Isabel at the back of the movement. Mechanical movement in running condition at the time of cataloguing, but please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee future working condition of watches. Movement would benefit to be checked by a professional watchmaker. Enamel well preserved. One small cabochon ruby and a rose-cut diamond elements fixing the jade plaques deficient, would benefit to be checked by a professional jeweler. Losses to rutilated rock crystal at the base and around edges. Tarnish and minor scratches to metal, mainly around the bezel. Signs of wear commensurate with the age of the piece. In overall good condition.
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