Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Hong Kong, Jun 22, 2013

LOT 319

Van Cleef & Arpels Wooden wristwatch Van Cleef & Arpels, France. Made circa 1930. A very rare and unusual rectangular wood and chromed wristwatch.

HKD 31,000 - 47,000

USD 4,000 - 6,000 / CHF 3,900 - 5,800

C. Two-body, rectangular with stepped edges, elongated single lugs, cord with original wooden accents and buckle, chromed back.
D. White with applied gilt Arabic indexes. Blued steel epee hands.
M. Rectangular, rhodium-plated, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic compensation balance, self-compensating flat balance-spring, index regulator. Dial signed, movement signed Encausse & Krasker France. Dim. 16 x 40 mm.


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Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 2

Very good

Movement: 3-7*

Good

Oxidized

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-53-01

Very good

Reprinted

HANDS Original