Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Mar 27, 2011
LOT 269
Miniature Carriage Clock L?Epee, France, No. 00003164. Made in the second half of the 20th century. Fine, miniature, gilt brass, 8-day going carriage clock. To be sold without reserve
CHF 1,000 - 1,600
USD 1,000 - 1,600 / EUR 800 - 1,200
Sold: CHF 2,250
C. Gilt brass, "corniche", 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. Blued steel poire and lozenge 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, shock absorber, index regulator. Dial and movement signed. Dim. 60 x 44 x 40 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 |