The Magical Art of Cartier
Geneva, Nov 19, 1996
LOT 129
"Pendule de table", nephrite jade, black and coral lacquered, eight day going desk dock 1930
CHF 18,000 - 21,000
USD 15,000 - 17,000
Sold: CHF 32,200
Black lacquered framed nephrite case with coral red corners, black lacquered rectangular base topped with a nephrite plaque with bevelled border, the mother-of-pearl dial with Roman numerals and centered with an octagonal decoration," modern" silver hands with black champlevé enamelled borders. Rhodium plated, 23"' European Watch & Clock Co. movement, "fausses côtes" decoration, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, adjusted to temperature and one position, Breguet balance spring. Measuring approx. 15.5 x 13 x 7 cm. Accompanied by original fitted leather box. Cartier Certificate of Authenticity N° 2129.
