Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces

Hong Kong, Jun 25, 2011

LOT 479

Gübelin Pink Marble And Enamel Desk Clock Gübelin, Lucerne, No. 22648. Made circa 1925. Fine and rare, gilt brass, blue enamel, pink marble mantel clock.

HKD 90,000 - 150,000

USD 12,000 - 20,000 / EUR 8,000 - 13,000

Sold: HKD 150,000

C. Shield-shaped, gilt brass, disc with central black enamel band, molded marble base, gilt brass feet. D. Painted on enamel (attributed to Richay) representing three wise men against a starry night background, painted white Roman numerals. Gilt hands. M. 15 jewels, lever escapement, rear winding and hand setting. Dim. 23.5 x 12.5 x 9 cm.


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 3

Good

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-01

Very good

HANDS Original

Notes

For a note on a similar clock, please see the previous clock (Lot 478). The fact that another clock featuring a similar dial is only two case numbers away from this one shows how few of these clocks were made.