18 Karat Gold and Enamel Travel Clock, Cartier, France, Circa 1927-1929

The rectangular dial with Roman numerals, within a gold case with shuttered front, applied at the ends with black enamel, manual movement, dial signed Cartier, France, crown numbered 05200, French assay mark.  With signed and fitted box.

Slight losses to enamel at corners. Some light wear to case, faint tarnish on back, nicking and pitting to the front. Manual movement, currently running, signed European Watch & Clock Co. Inc. 15 jewels. Numbered 22557 amd 425447 136. In good condition overall. See Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 158 of the catalogue.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

For similar clocks by Cartier see Jader Barracca, Giampiero Negretti and Franco Nencini, Le Temps de Cartier, pp. 147-150.