Cartier "The Grand Mogul Pavilion Mystery Clock"

• key-wound jeweled lever movement, housed within the stepped black mother-of-pearl base to the pavilion • rock crystal dial with gold and diamond-set bezel, decorative gold and diamond, ruby and emerald hands • fitted within a rectangular gold and black mother-of-pearl case, ruby and emerald flower motifs, the inner case itself set within a larger rock crystal case with chamfered corners, the pavilion with four twisted gold columns, supporting the fluted-shaped rose quartz roof, surmounted by a rock crystal fluted dome and topped by a gold, pearl and carved emerald, the dome surrounded by a gold balustrading set with diamonds, rubies and emeralds, to one side of the pavilion is a walking agate elephant, draped in gold, ruby and carved emerald ceremonial decoration, bone tusks, with emerald eyes, the pavilion and elephant resting on a large, stepped base of rose quartz and gold • base signed and numbered

A very impressive clock and a wonderful adornment to any lavishly presented home or palace. Rose quartz base with a small area of repair to the first step, but this is only visible under a special light. All other areas of quartz are intact. The base signed Cartier and numbered. Bottom step of black mother-of-pearl with one very small repair. Pavillion in very good condition, some slight tarnishing to the gold, movement is in working order. Highly recommended.
"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."

The total diamond weight is approximately 9 carats.
The total weight of the clock is 11.46 kilograms.
With a Cartier fitted presentation box and associated key.