Cartier

* highly jeweled movement * diamond-set hands, dial with molded glass scene of two cherubs with gilt stars to the blue background * Roman numerals to the gold and white enamel chapter ring, bordered by European-cut diamonds, diamond-set florettes at the corners, silver case, rock crystal strut * movement numbered, case back signed and numbered, bezel stamped MC for Maurice Coüet 

The movement is running, however it might require service soon. The winder on the back is replaced and does not to be of Cartier manufacture. The dial is very nice and the molded glass cherubs appear to be in nice condition. The bezel has a few small scratches to the enamel near 1 and 5 o'clock. The surrounding rock crystal frame appears to be in nice condition, however it is a bit dirty. Overall this is a very pretty clock.
"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."

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Maurice Coüet began work at Cartier in 1911, and among his first works were desk timepieces with celestial inspiration, such as the present lot.

This piece is an extraordinary example of the beautiful works created by Cartier in the late 1910s and early 1920s. The pendulettes of this period, fashioned out of rock crystal, onyx, agate or jade, and detailed with gorgeous hues of enamel and diamonds, drew on the firm's tradition of elegant jewelry designs.

The present lot is particularly unusual for the use of molded glass in the dial. Typically, similar pieces feature guilloché enamel in starburst patterns, or, less frequently, mother-of-pearl or even kingfisher feathers. The exquisitely detailed rendering of two cherubs in molded glass over a starry blue sky in the present example is as charming as it is rare.

An example of a circular rock crystal pendulette with cut-crystal dial in scroll motif is illustrated in Barracca, J., Negretti, G. & Nencini, F., Le Temps de Cartier, p. 61.