Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, Jan 26, 2013
LOT 126
JAEGER LECOULTRE, ZODIAC CLOCK Jaeger LeCoultre, Swiss. Made in the 1960s. Fine and very rare brass and glass 8 day-going desk clock decorated with zodiac signs.
HKD 16,000 - 21,000
USD 2,000 - 2,800 / EUR 1,600 - 2,100
Sold: HKD 30,000
C. Crescent-shaped brass base mounted on a circular base holding two glass plates held by a brass surround. The back blue glass plate decorated with painted zodiac signs. The front transparent glass plate with spider-web pattern and painted black and gold stars. M. Baguette, skeletonized, train running in straight line in small two bar frame, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance with self-compensating flat balance spring. Case signed. Diam. 17.8 cm. Height 23 cm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-7-24 |
Good Oxidized Slightly chipped |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |