Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, Jun 22, 2013
LOT 321
Van Cleef & Arpels Wooden wristwatch Van Cleef & Arpels, Swiss and French. Made circa 1930. A very rare and unusual rectangular wood and chromed wristwatch with leather braided strap and wooden buckle
HKD 39,000 - 54,000
USD 5,000 - 7,000 / CHF 4,900 - 6,800
C. Two-body, rectangular with stepped case band, elongated single lugs,
cord with original wooden accents and buckle, chromed back.
D. Silver with applied blued steel Arabic indexes. Blued steel epee hands.
M. Round, rhodium-plated, 15 jewels, straight line lever escapement,
monometallic compensation balance, self-compensating flat
balance-spring, index regulator.
Dial signed. Dim. 25 x 45 mm
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 2-7-48 |
Very good Oxidized Later crown |
Movement: 3-7* |
Good Oxidized Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-7-10-50-01 |
Very good Oxidized Patinated Refreshed HANDS Original |