Gold, Diamond, Onyx and Enamel 'Comet' 8-Days Clock, Cartier

The round clock with a revolving pale salmon-colored enamel dial over a guilloché-ground, with a starburst set white enamel rim featuring black enamel Roman numerals encircled by numerous small rose-cut diamonds, movement signed E.W.C & Co., Inc. for European Watch & Clock Co., Inc., movement numbered 152531, case numbered 531, reference number 365; circa 1920.

The agate case is in good condition as is the enamel bezel, save for one scratch and a tiny gouge in the X at 12 o'clock. Diamonds are of decorative quality. A few flecks of dust or enamelling on the inside of the crystal. The mechanical movement, signed E.W C. Co. Inc (For European Watch Clock Company Inc.) is numbered 152531. Case numbered No 531, Reference number 365. Caseback numbered faintly SL 2895 and SL7756. The movement is currently running, but it is suggested that is it in need of cleaning, oiling and adjusting. The hours are indicated by the big diamond cluster, the smaller diamond revolves around the perimeter to indicate the minutes. Diameter approximately 3 1/8 inches. Please see Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 349 of the printed 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

For a clock a similar design see The Art of Cartier, Gilles Chezal, page 69, plate 39, catalogue number 212.