Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, May 31, 2025
LOT 94
L'EPÉE, TOURBILLION ALARM MUSICAL CLOCK, GILDED BRASS AND LIMOGES ENAMEL
HKD 70,000 - 150,000
EUR 8,000 - 17,200 / CHF 7,500 - 16,100 / USD 9,100 - 19,300
A fine and limited edition gilded brass and Limoges enamel, key-winding 8 days, carriage clock in a vertical rectangular shape. With a tourbillon regulator, day and date indication, moonphase display, musical alarm, and hour and half-hour striking functions. Two Limoges enamel side panels mounted on hinged doors, signed P. Bonnet, Limoges (“MOF”, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, Best Craftsman of France). Made in limited edition of 150 pieces for the 150th anniversary of the manufacture.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Brand L'Epée
Model Tourbillion Alarm Musical Clock
Year circa 1989
Case No. 138/150
Length 108
Caliber 100 x 80 mm. platform lever escapement with engraved one-minute tourbillon regulator
Height 170
Width 96
Weight 3.5kg (approx.)
Signature dial, case and movement
Accessories original fitted box, guarantee dated 1989, key
Notes
A fine, limited edition gilded brass carriage clock featuring a vertical rectangular case with exquisite Limoges enamel side
panels by master craftsmen P. Bonnet (“MOF” - Best Craftsman of France). This exceptional timepiece boasts an eight-day
going movement with tourbillon regulator, day/date indication, moonphase display, and hour/half-hour striking and music alarm functions.
Created in a limited series of 150 pieces to commemorate Maison L’Epée’s 150th anniversary, this rare horological masterpiece is further distinguished by its musical movement playing two tunes, including Mozart’s “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik.” The combination of a tourbillon regulator—extraordinarily rare in carriage clocks—with calendar functions and artistic enamel work creates a collector’s piece of remarkable significance and beauty.
Preserved in very good condition with all functions working properly, this remarkable clock comes complete with its original leather case, winding key, and certificate booklet with instructions.