Important Collectors' Wristwatches, P...
Geneva, May 08, 2010
LOT 320
Bulle Clock Bulle-Clock, France, Patented. Made circa 1920. Fine and rare early electric mantel clock with green japanned case.
CHF 2,500 - 3,500
USD 2,400 - 3,300 / EUR 1,800 - 2,400
C. Rectangular, arch-top, green and gilt painted japanned decoration, gilt glazed bezel with beaded decoration, knurled feet. D. Silvered with black Arabic numerals, outer minute track, cut-away center to view the mechanism. Blued steel spade hands. M. Brass, electromagnetic pendulum with rating nut, electrical contacts. Dial signed. Dim. 25 x 18.5 x 10.5 cm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |
Notes
The electric mechanism used in the
Bulle electric clocks is the reverse of that
used by Hatot. The Bulle system has the
electromagnetic coil situated at the end of the
pendulum and the curved bar magnet is fixed
to the frame.