The Magical Art of Cartier
Geneva, Nov 19, 1996
LOT 426
"Pendule chevalet", 18K yellow gold, enamel, and rock crystal diamond-set eight day going table strut dock Paris, 1925
CHF 18,000 - 24,000
USD 15,000 - 20,000
Humpbacked rock crystal case with diamond accents and rock crystal stand; the gold champlevé chapter ring with Roman numerals and ruby-set half hour divisions, Chinese 19th century lacquered central panel with an inlaid mother-ofpearl marquetry scene, rose-cut diamond and ruby-set hands. Frosted and gilt 18"' movement, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic balance, Breguet balance spring. Measuring approx. 71 /2 x 7 cm. Accompanied by original fitted leather box. Cartier Certificate of Authenticity N° 2426.
