• gilt lateral lever movement, platform escapement • white enamel dial, painted black Arabic numerals, open work diamond set hands, outer minute track • silver rectangular case, panels of translucent blue enamel over engine turned ground enhanced by applied yellow gold fleur-de-lis, bordered by white enamel beads, all surmounted upon an agate base bordered by silver beads • movement and case signed JTC, dial signed Cartier, case with London import mark, and hallmark for 1912

CASE Case numbered in various places 5175 - once to the interior dust cover plate, once to the interior case, once to the movement base, and once to the gilt brace panel upon which the dial is installed. Case in overall fair condition with wear, scuffs, and oxidation throughout. plain silver case back with heavy and uneven oxidation. Areas of oxidation surrounding the white enamel beads. Heavier oxidation to the silver and silver gilt dial bezel. Top corners of the rectangular case with wear, and small nicks. Some beads slightly varying in shape and level of wear. Upper corner from the back of the case with a heavier indentation with the white enamel bead lost. Hallmarks to the base of the case back. Beads bordering the bottom of the case with oxidation and some material inconsistency. Agate base with small chips and losses to the corners. One corner with a more pronounced chip and some discoloring. DIAL Enamel dial in overall very good condition with a small blemish below 6. Some surface wear at the center. Some light debris. MOVEMENT The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it 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.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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 any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.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."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Accompanied by two associated winding keys.  The present lot is striking for its large format as well as the stunning enamel work of the case. Typically, Cartier's Belle Epoque desk timepieces are more diminutive in size and feature more simple enamel work over guilloché. The elaborate design and multiple tones of blue exhibited here are evocative of stained glass windows in a grand cathedral.