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CARTIER | DAY AND NIGHT COMET CLOCKAN AGATE DIAMOND SET AND ENAMEL DAY AND NIGHT SEMI-MYSTERY COMET CLOCK CIRCA 1925
Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 USD
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Description
- DAY AND NIGHT COMET CLOCKAN AGATE DIAMOND SET AND ENAMEL DAY AND NIGHT SEMI-MYSTERY COMET CLOCK CIRCA 1925
Dial: blue enamelCaliber: nickel plated, 17 jewelsCase: agate, gold and enamel bezel, brass strutCase number: 2296, 1081Size: 110 mm diameterSigned: strut signed Cartier, case and movement signed European Watch and Clock Co. France, further engraved with an added plaque reading "To Gwen, with all my love, from Willie June 15th 1928"
Condition
CASE The case and hardstone are in excellent overall condition for a clock of its age. There is an engraved plaque made and applied by Cartier inscribed "To Gwen, with all my love, from Willie June 15th 1928". The cream colored enameling along the dial remains intact. There is a minor scratch on the original acrylic crystal near the 60 that can be easily removed professionally if desired. DIAL The dial is in excellent overall condition for a clock of its age. The diamond set hand and "comet" hour markers are intact. MOVEMENT The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
French Clockmaker and illusionist Jean Eugène Robert-Houdin, descendant of Prosper Robert – a respected watchmaker in France, created mystery clocks in the 1830s. As a pioneer of modern illusionism, he paved the way for other watchmakers and illusionists, such as Maurice Coüet. Maurice Coüet came from a long lineage of watchmakers. He learned from both his father and grandfather – both watchmakers for Breguet – and later move to Paris to set up his own business that would exclusively create table clocks for Cartier.
The present comet clock is in superb condition featuring a beautiful night sky theme with gold stars. The mechanism incorporates a rotating disc indicating day or night along the top portion of the dial. This example is from the descendant of the original owner, and is in excellent condition.
Similarly shaped desk timepieces illustrated in Barracca J., Negretti G., Nencini F, Le Temps de Cartier, 1989, p. 62
The present comet clock is in superb condition featuring a beautiful night sky theme with gold stars. The mechanism incorporates a rotating disc indicating day or night along the top portion of the dial. This example is from the descendant of the original owner, and is in excellent condition.
Similarly shaped desk timepieces illustrated in Barracca J., Negretti G., Nencini F, Le Temps de Cartier, 1989, p. 62