Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Nov 11, 2012
LOT 327
MELIK - THE RED PLANETS - ART DECO DESK CLOCK Melik (Miniassianz), No. 2900. Made circa 1930. Fine and rare, 8-day going, chromed, Art-Deco desk clock.
CHF 1,500 - 2,500
USD 1,600 - 2,700 / EUR 1,200 - 2,100
C. Square, chromed, polished, raised on a rctangular base. D. Matte white with applied red Arabic numerals, inner revolving minute ring and hour disc, each bearing red spherical pointers. M. 53 mm, matte gilt, the mainspring mounted within the back cover, 6 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, Breguet balance spring, index regulator. Case signed. Dim. 87 x 103 x 45 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-18-01 |
Good Spotted HANDS Original |
Notes
Melik Miniassianz of Paris was one of the main suppliers of
clocks to Hermès. This small but visually striking clock is a
classic of the Art Deco period