Lot 248
- 248
ENAMEL DESK CLOCK, CARTIER, 1930S
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- gilt metal, enamel, mechanical movement
The circular cream dial with baton hour indicators and black enamel hands, within a circular case decorated with gazelles, tigers and parrots on a scrolling and foliate ground, to blue enamel borders, strut back and mechanical movement, measuring approximately 120 x 120 x 25mm, dial signed Cartier, fitted case stamped Cartier.
Condition
Please note that this watch was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. Mechanical movement running at the time of cataloguing. Dial signed Cartier France. Reverse numbered 01154 and hinged bail numbered 27. Inside case stamped INDIA and the Swiss watch movement numbered 22541. Dial with discolouration, some loss of black colour to batons and hands, some light scratches. Light wear to glass cover. Enamel in general good condition, areas of light loss. Scratches to edges and some dents. Gilt metal with discolouration and scratches. Hinges in good working order. Gross weight approximately 612 grams. In good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."