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The Ritz-carlton Hotel, Hong-kong, Jun 08, 2002
LOT 367
Unsigned, Swiss, circa 1935.Fine and unusual silver, enamel and lacquer concealed Art Deco purse watch designed to be also a desk clock.
HKD 6,500 - 7,800
EUR 900 - 1,100 / USD 800 - 1,000
Sold: HKD 12,650
C. Four-body, rectangular with curved ends, both covers with predominately dark blue enamel, rounded corner portions with a polychrome cloisonné enamel floral pattern, front cover hinged to reveal the watch housed in the two-body hinged case, which when tilted forms a desk clock. D. Silvered, matte, engine-turned in a geometrical pattern, Arabic numerals, outer minute divisions. Blued steel "cathedral" hands. M. Tonneau,16 x 25 mm., rhodium-plated, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, uncut bimetallic balance, flat balance spring.Dim. 52 x 27 mm.
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Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 - 6 |
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Movement: 4* |
Fair Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 4 - 5 - 01 |