Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Geneva, May 13, 2012

LOT 263

ZODIAC DESK CLOCK Kirby, Beard & Co., Paris, ?Zodiac?. Made in the 1950's. Fine, gilt brass and glass, 8-day going desk clock. To be sold without reserve

C. Square, glazed with gilt brass corners and base. D. Matte pink gilt, pierced with Zodiac symbols around the circumference, radial black Roman numerals, the center with domed polished brass hemisphere. White lightning hands. M. Gilt-brass, lateral lever escapement on a platform, monometallic balance, selfcompensating fl at balance spring. Dial signed. Dim. 12.5 x 14.5 x 5.5 cm.