Watches Weekly | F.P Journe, Piaget & The Atmos Clock
Watches Weekly | F.P Journe, Piaget & The Atmos Clock
Lot Closed
April 29, 02:11 AM GMT
Estimate
8,000 - 15,000 HKD
Lot Details
Description
LECOULTRE
ATMOS
A GILT BRASS ATMOS CLOCK, CIRCA 1975
Dial: white
Calibre: cal. 528 wound by changes in the air pressure, 15 jewels
Movement number: 236'731
Case: glazed sides and top, gilt brass base
Size: 210 mm length x 165 mm width x 235 mm height
Signed: case, dial and movement
Technology has never came closer to delivering perpetual motion. An icon piece of horological history, the Jaeger-LeCoultre's Atmos clock has achieved unimaginable results with its efforts. By taking advantage of the changes in atmospheric pressure, the ethylene chloride gas stored inside the back capsule of the clock expands and contracts, creating energy to power the Atmos clock semi-perpetually. Available in a puristical and utmost traditional design, not only is the present lot a great piece of history to acquire, but also a fine decoration for home or office.