The Magical Art of Cartier
Geneva, Nov 19, 1996
"Pendulette chevalet", silver and enamel eight day going diamond-set strut dock Paris, circa 1906
Triangular silver case, the front face of blue translucent enamel over engine-turning and applied with a rose-eut diamond-set monogram and two small rosettes, the bezel with white champlevé enamelled borders and diamond accents, the silver edges with engraved decoration; white enamel dial with Roman numerals and outer Arabie minute ring, pierced gold arrow bands. Gilt brass 19"', three-quarter plate movement, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, Breguet balance spring. Measuring approx. 10.7 x 12 cm. Cartier Certificate of Authenticity N° 2028.