Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
New York, Sep 30, 2014
LOT 132
HERMÈS LANTERN CLOCK Hermès, Paris, the movement by Hour-Lavigne. Made circa 1940. Fine and unusual, steel and gilt brass, 8-day going desk clock in the form of a lantern.
USD 10,000 - 15,000
HKD 78,000 - 116,000 / CHF 9,000 - 13,000
Lantern-form, revolving on a bracket and U-shaped base, the sides with beveled mirrored panels colored to match the steel, circular stepped fi nial, hinged back door. Brushed gilt with engraved black upright Roman numerals. Steel baton hands. Rhodium-plated, fausses cotes decoration, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, selfcompensating fl at balance spring, index regulator.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |
Notes
Dial signed Hermès, movement signed Hour-Lavigne.
DIM. 28.5 x 10 cm.