Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Geneva, Nov 08, 2020

LOT 438

CARTIER/ EUROPEAN WATCH & CLOCK CO., TRIPTYQUE, ONYX, DIAMOND, GOLD

CHF 22,000 - 32,000

HKD 176,000 - 256,000 / USD 22,000 - 32,000

A very fine, elegant, rare, manual wind, 18k yellow gold desk clock with onyx base and diamond and black enamel decoration.


Grading System
Grade:
Case: 2

Very good

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-01

Very good

HANDS Original

Brand Cartier

Model Triptyque

Year Circa 1925

Case No. 42732/ 6294

Caliber 8 1/2’’’

Dimensions 35 x 60 x 28 mm

Signature Dial, Case and Movement

Notes

Known as altar or triptyque clocks, these exquisite desk or travel clocks were the ultimate signs of distinction and elegance from the 1930’s. Made in a wide variety of various case finishes and designs, this example signed European Watch & Clock Co. is particularly attractive as it is mounted on an onyx base and has, unlike the majority with a top winder, its winder is hidden at the back of the clock which meant that a further two doors had to be installed on the reverse. Kept in exquisite condition, it is one of the best examples of a Triptyque that we have had the pleasure of offering.