Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, Feb 07, 2015
LOT 16
PATEK PHILIPPE SOLAR CLOCK MABLE DIAL Patek Philippe, Genève, "Pendulette", No. 874580, case No. 2140. Made in the 1970s. Fine and unusual, hevy, solar-powered, gilt brass and marble table clock with electrically-wound remontoir. Accompanied by a service paper.
HKD 44,000 - 63,000
USD 5,800 - 8,100 / CHF 5,000 - 7,000
Sold: HKD 50,000
Brushed brass, 4 square columns, top with solar cells, marble sides, hinged back door. Marble and gilt brass, gilt brass chapter ring with black radial Roman numerals. Gilt brass Breguet hands. Based on a 17''' Gondolo keyless mechanical movement, 29 jewels, straight line lever escapement, Gyromax balance adjusted to heat, cold and 1 position, solar-powered with lithium battery back-up, driving a remontoir train which replaces the barrel spring.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3-7-25 |
Good Oxidized Chipped |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3-01 |
Good HANDS Original |