Only Online Auction
Geneva, Sep 22, 2021
LOT 215
Imhof S.A.
8-day going annular clock “à cadrans tournant”; gilded brass and opaline
CHF 500 - 1,000
EUR 500 - 950 / USD 550 - 1,100 / HKD 4,300 - 8,600
Gilded brass, 8-day going, manual-winding, annular clock “à cadrans tournant” in the shape of a lantern.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |
Brand Arthur Imhof S.A., La Chaux-de-Fonds
Reference 75 / 845
Year circa 1975-1980
Movement No. unnumbered
Case No. unnumbered
Material gilded brass and opaline
Diameter 65 mm. (base)
Dimensions Ø 75.2 mm. (opaline dial)
Height 190 mm.
Signature case
Notes
Imhof, “à cadrans tournant” clock
In this so-called “à cadrans tournant” clock with revolving dials, it is in fact the two half-spheres bearing the hour and minute graduations that rotate; one in twelve hours, the other in one hour.
This model is inspired by both the traditional “à cercles tournant” clocks with revolving circle dials of the 18th century and the “veilleuses” night-light clocks of the 19th century. Note that the upper part of our clock can be disassembled and can receive a candle.
The time is set by turning the lower half-sphere by hand and placing the time scale in front of the index finger.
Some of these clocks produced by Arthur Imhof S.A. of La Chaux-de-Fonds bear the words “Tempus Fugit” on the top.
CONDITIONS AND INFORMATION FOR BUYERS
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