Lot 49
  • 49

Cartier/European Watch & Clock Co., Inc.

Estimate
6,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description

  • A RARE CORAL, ENAMEL AND DIAMOND-SET PENDANT WATCHCIRCA 1925
  • diameter 23 mm, height 39 mm
• circular nickel lever movement, 19 jewels • silvered dial, Roman numerals • bezel set with black enamel and gold discs, hemisphere-form case with undulating black and white enamel to the base, surmounted by coral, suspended by a diamond-set bow and a carved ivory ring, completed by a cord • dial signed Cartier, movement signed European Watch & Clock Co., Inc., case signed European Watch & Clock Co., Inc and hand-stamped with Cartier reference numbers

Condition

The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however it may require service soon. The dial appears original, though quite aged with spotting throughout. The black enamel to the bezel and profile appears to have many points of restoration, and only one spot of possible restoration to the white enamel at 1:00. The inside of the bezel is stamped 14697, which is also on the inside of the case back. The inside of the case back is further stamped 1051. Please note this piece will require special export permits to be shipped abroad, which will take approximately 4-6 months.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Catalogue Note

Examples from the same time period and in similar designs are illustrated in Barracca, J., Negretti, G., and Nencini, F., Les Temps de Cartier, pp. 96-97 and 151.