Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Mar 27, 2011
LOT 267
Miniature Carriage Clock to his specifications. L?Epee, France, No. 10012325. Made in the second half of the 20th century. Fine, miniature, gilt brass, 8-day going carriage clock with alarm. To be sold without reserve
CHF 1,000 - 1,600
USD 1,000 - 1,600 / EUR 800 - 1,200
Sold: CHF 2,500
C. Gilt brass, "anglaise", fluted columns, glazed sides and back door, the top glazed to view the escapement, hinged carrying handle. D. White enamel with radial Roman numerals, outer minute divisions, alarm setting dial below. Blued steel cathedrale hands. M. Rectangular, gilt brass, four pillars, barrel for the going train, 11 jewels, straight-line lever escapement mounted on a frosted gilt platform, monometallic balance, flat balance spring, index regulator. Dial and movement signed. Dim. 81 x 60 x 53 mm. excluding handle Property of a French Collector
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |