SIlver gilt, hardstone, diamond and sapphire desk clock, La Cloche Frères, Paris, circa 1920

The silvered guilloché dial with black Arabic numerals and rose-cut diamond-set scroll hands, the leaf-and-berry dial surround set with small cabochon sapphires, within an agate frame, dial signed LaCloche Frères, stand signed LaCloche Frères, Paris, movement unsigned, 3 3/8 inches by 3 3/8 inches. 

Movement is unsigned but stamped Swiss, Geneva, numbered 152324, inside case stamped 324, currently running. The stand is signed and the dial is signed. The stand is heavily tarnished and has a maker's mark and a French assay mark. Minute chipping to the edge of the agate frame at 2 o'clock, but otherwise in good condition. See Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 281 of the catalogue.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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