Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Geneva, Nov 08, 2014
LOT 898
ZENITH STEEL CHRONOGRAPH DESK CLOCK FOR THE SWISS POSTAL SERVICE Zenith, Le Locle, Suisse, movement and case No. 4919607, Model 58. Made for the Swiss Postal Service, circa 1930. Very fine and rare, stainless steel adjustable desk clock with chronograph, register and 24-hour dial. Dial signed, movement signed and numbered, case numbered. Overall
CHF 1,500 - 3,500
HKD 12,500 - 29,000 / USD 1,600 - 3,700
Sold: CHF 2,500
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Notes
DIM. 12 x 10.7 cm., DIAM. of watch 71 mm.
This model of table or desk clock
with chronograph was apparently
supplied for use by the Swiss Postal
Service Directorate and was a popular
office clock. The strong, clean
and elegant design with oversized
chronograph makes this clock a
highly desirable vintage piece that
fits perfectly within a modern setting.
A very similar clock is illustrated and
described in "Zenith, Watch Manufacture
Since 1865", Manfred Rössler,
2009, p. 296. Another identical clock
(No. 5036800) was sold by Antiquorum,
Geneva, November 10, 2013, lot 279.