Important Collectors' Wristwatches, P...
New York, Dec 09, 2009
LOT 5
Arsène Cretin l'Ange, a Morbier (Jura), made for Maison Vérité, a Beauvais (Oise), No. 2032, in 1899. Fine and rare cast iron, steel, and brass quarter-striking tower clock.
USD 20,000 - 25,000
CHF 20,000 - 25,000 / EUR 14,000 - 17,000
Sold: USD 9,600
C. Free-standing on four cast iron feet. D. White enamel, Roman numerals, outer minute track. Steel Breguet hands. M. 130 x 48 cm. cast iron rectangular frame, five brackets for the train secured by screws to the frame, hour striking train to the left, quarter striking to the right, bronze bushings, pin-wheel escapement, cast iron pendulum bob with wooden rod and spring suspension, rack striking on three bells. Signed on the dial, owners plaque fastened to the frame. Dim. 130 x 63 (feed spread) cm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |